How to wash bedroom pillows

Pillows should be washed monthly to help reduce the risk of exposure to the dust and dust mites.

You need 5 household ingredients

What you'll need: 

• 1/2 cup baking soda 

• 1 lid gentle detergent 

• 1/4 cup hydrogen peroxide with the detergent 

• 1/2 cup vinegar instead of softener 

• A few drops of Eucalyptus oil

• Dryer balls  

Method: 

·       Read the label before cleaning pillows  

·       Remove the pillow cases and place pillows in washing machine, ensuring the space isn't crowded 

·       Add baking soda into the washing machine barrel 

·       Add detergent and hydrogen peroxide into detergent drawer

·       Add vinegar and Eucalyptus in fabric softener drawer 

·       Add 2-3 dryer balls in barrel to ensure the pillows keep in shape 

Pillow types –

Memory foam pillows should be spot cleaned

Latex pillows should be hand washed

Goose down or feathers should be dry cleaned

Polyester, cotton, and microfibre should be washed on a gentle wa