There are several ways to remove blood stains from sheets. The first method is to dab the stain instead of rubbing it. Rubbing can cause the blood to set in the fabric and grind into the fabric.

Waking up to stained sheets can be uncomfortable, but there are simple ways to tackle the mess and make your sheets as good as new. Period blood stains can be hard to clean when you don’t know how.

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images Stubborn stains on bed sheets can make your bedroom feel less than luxury.

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