Minimum plan (greatest effect for least effort)

• Wash bedding (sheet + pillowcase + duvet cover) once a week.
• Add a mattress protector and wash it regularly.
• Air out your duvet and pillows, and vacuum your mattress from time to time.
• If you have allergies, consider anti-allergy covers for your mattress and pillows.

1) How often should I wash my bedding?

You spend hundreds of hours a month in bed. Even if you shower in the evening, your bedding collects sweat, sebum, skin particles, and dust. Therefore, the simplest rule is to wash your bedding once a week. If you sleep with a child or pet, have allergies, or sweat a lot, consider washing it more often.

And important: it is worth washing new sheets and pillowcases before first use to get rid of any residue from production and storage.

2) Dust mites and allergies: what works and what is a myth

If you have allergy symptoms, the bedroom is crucial. Allergy organizations often emphasize washing bedding in hot water and maintaining lower humidity levels, as this makes life more difficult for dust mites.

Practical steps

• If you can, wash at a higher temperature (according to the label). Dust mites rely on hot water and hot drying.
• Use a mattress protector (it's easier to wash than the entire mattress).
• Consider anti-allergy covers for your mattress and pillows (especially if you suffer from allergies and asthma).
• Take care of the humidity in your apartment - too high promotes allergens and mold.

Pro tip: If you only wake up with a runny nose at home, but it's better outside, it's often a sign that your bedroom needs a hygiene reset.

3) Mattress: how to clean it and when it makes sense

You can't throw a mattress in the washing machine, but you can do three things: protect it, vacuum it, and spot-treat any stains. A mattress protector is an absolute classic – it protects against sweat and accidental spills, and is also easy to wash.

1. Vacuuming: Run the upholstery nozzle over the surface, especially around the edges.
2. Stains: spot clean with a mild detergent, do not pour water on the foam.
3. Airing: remove the bedding from time to time and let the mattress "breathe".

4) Pillows and duvets: cleanliness and thermal comfort

The pillow is in contact with the face and hair, so it collects sebum, cosmetics, and sweat. A duvet, on the other hand, can retain moisture if it's too warm or if the bedroom is stuffy. This can lead to poorer comfort and more frequent waking.

• Air your duvet and pillows regularly (even when changing the bedding).
• If the items are washable, wash according to the label and dry thoroughly.
• Do you tend to overheat? Consider a lighter duvet or a more breathable filling.

5) 10-minute "bed reset" ritual once a week

1. Remove the bedding and throw it in the wash immediately.
2. Open the window for 5-10 minutes.
3. Vacuum the mattress (quickly, no perfectionism).
4. Put a clean mattress protector on.
5. Bedding, clean duvet cover and pillowcases.

This simple habit has a surprisingly big payoff: fresher air, fewer allergens, improved comfort, and often better sleep.

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