31/08/2024 (Photo: shutterstock/aslysun).
Washing duvets can be tiring, but in addition to bed linen, pillows and sheets also need to be refreshed regularly.Otherwise, they quickly become a breeding ground for dust and bacteria.However, you do not need to put them in the washing machine for this purpose.They will be extremely heavy after soaking.Fortunately, there is another home way to wash a feather duvet..
Changing bed linen is not a major problem. Washing quilts or down pillows is another matter, however.Comforters seem to weigh a ton when wet, so even if you can put them in the washing machine, getting them out of the drum and hanging them can be quite a challenge.
Especially for a petite person or a senior who shouldn’t be straining their strength to do housework. Fortunately, there is another, simple home method that will make refreshing a quilt no longer require any effort.
How often should you change your bed linen? Some people do this too rarely
Clean bed linen is the basis of healthy and quality sleep.Nevertheless, many people change it too rarely, which results in health problems, irritability or lack of energy during the day.
So how often should you change your bedding? Experts say it’s best to change it once a week or once every two weeks if it’s not used often.
How to care for a blanket? Just airing the quilt is not enough
In addition to bed linen, it is also worth taking care of the condition of the sheets from time to time. Airing the blanket is a common practice to restore freshness and eliminate bacteria. The former does really well and also helps get rid of mites.
However, it does not eliminate all bacteria. Despite airing the blanket, microorganisms still live in the bedclothes because there are favorable conditions for them.
How to wash feather duvets and pillows? You don’t have to put them in the washing machine
Many people realize that airing the blanket is not enough to get rid of bacteria. However, wet washing the duvet is also not an ideal idea due to its weight and size..
Fortunately, a home method has been patented that makes it possible to dry wash the duvet. Just reach for baking soda, which is highly effective in fighting bacteria..
Rub the baking soda into the duvet with a sponge and leave it on for half an hour. After this time, shake thoroughly.Use this trick to freshen up your pillows too.
