When you first purchase a pair of brand new bed sheets and linens sets, you should always make it a habit to wash them first. Washing your linens is important for a variety of reasons. Depending on how your linens and bed sheets were packaged, you’ll certainly want to wash off any dirt or debris that may have collected during packaging, transport, and shelving. It's also important to wash your bedding because it's likely the first time they've undergone a thorough cleaning. You'll notice that when you wash your bed sheets for the first time, they may shrink a bit as the fibers get acclimated to their first use. Don't be alarmed if this happens.