Of course, nothing could be more basic than frequently washing your bed linen:pillowcases, duvet covers, sheets, all this beautiful linen must go through the washing machine box at least once a week. Between perspiration, bodily fluids, dust, dust mites and pollution residues, our bed linen has a hard life and it is not negligible to wash it regularly or to alternate bed sets. For washing, avoid the use of bleach which tends to wash out the colors, yellow the white and stiffen the fibres. The majority of modern detergents allow you to wash your bed linen at 40°C. This temperature attacks the linen less by preserving the suppleness of the fabric and its elasticity and gives the assurance of ridding it of bacteria and stains. If you are lucky enough to have a dryer, do not hesitate to reduce the number of spin mode revolutions:the laundry will soak up the softener and retain its freshness when it comes out.
Because washing is not your only ally in your conquest of an ever fresher bed, thinking about airing your bed linen is an excellent way to gain a few days of freshness between 2 washes. As it is not practical to wash your clothes every day, consider hanging your pillows on a window, a balcony or in a garden as well as your duvet and your sheets. There's nothing like a few minutes in the open air to find all the freshness of a freshly washed linen every day. Airing your laundry also helps eliminate dust mites:perfect for those chronically allergic to this little fabric bug. It is also possible to play the card of a fresh scent to spray on the sheets. Your new allies:essential oils that will in turn refresh fabrics, help eliminate bacteria and dust mites or even pleasantly scent your laundry. However, handle with care because used pure they may stain the linen.
Of course, the bed linen is the first element to clean in order to enjoy a bed that is always fresh. But what's the point of using a perfectly cleaned, dried and scented bedding set if it's to put it on a somewhat questionable mattress or pillow? Do not panic ! As you are not going to wash your mattress every morning, there are some tips to allow your bedding items to gain freshness. Regular vacuuming of the mattress (once a week) dislodges dust and dust mites. Take advantage of washing your laundry to ventilate the mattress by leaving an open window nearby. Regarding the pillows or the duvet, it is possible to wash them in the machine but this takes time. Do not hesitate to clean them once or twice a year between seasons (spring and autumn). You can also use the services of dry cleaners who offer very advantageous rates and save precious time.
