Allergies can be a real pain. Whether it is pollen, pet hair or dust mites (known as the cosmopolitan guest of human habitation), allergens can change peoples lifestyles due to their hypersensitive effects.
Yet what many people do not know is that many allergies can be caused by having an unkempt bedroom; especially where they sleep. This guide will therefore outline what you need to do to keep those nasty allergies away by getting your bed in order.
Bedspreads and Linen
Bedspreads should be laundered once or twice a week to keep then sanitary and bright. It is especially important to clean all bedspreads and linens if a member of the family has been ill, as this will avoid the potential for germs to spread.
Always check the label to determine the recommended cleaning method for different materials, however the vast majority or linens are made of cotton or a cotton-polyester blend so are machine washable. It is preferable to purchase bedlinen that can be washed at 60 degrees C as this hotter temperature will not only remove allergens but will also kill dust mites.
Many pillows, including feathered pillows, can be cleaned in the washing machine so check the label for instructions. Ideally you should aim to clean your pillows twice a year, followed by tumble drying on a low heat or drying them out in the sun.
Top Tip: If you want to freshen up your bedspread without giving it a complete wash, place it in the tumble dryer for 5-10 minutes on 'Air-fluff'. Dust and other particles will be shaken from the linen and be picked up by the machines filter instead.
Mattresses
Mattresses can often be the worst enemies for sufferers of allergies as they harbor microscopic dust mites, so keeping them clean will only improve health conditions. Doing this will also have the added bonus of prolonging the life of your mattress.
As we perspire up to half a liter of water every night turning back your bed covers every morning will allow your mattress to breathe. A mattress protector under your bed linen is a great way to keep your mattress clean, but ensure that this is laundered once a month.
To give your mattress a chance to recover its shape you can turn it over also once a month or rotate the ends of the mattress. During this turnover you should also remember to hoover both your mattress and under your bed.
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