As you get older, you only get busier. We all have jobs and families to look after and friends to keep up with. We get so caught up with life unfolding around us, we forget to focus on the one place we spend about 1/3 of our time in – and yes, that is our beds. Especially on cold winter nights in Pakistan, all you want to do after a long day of working and socializing is snuggle in bed and get your rest.

According to Google, an average person spends about 26 years or 9,490 days or 227,760 hours sleeping in bed. On top of that, we also spend about seven years trying to sleep. Since we spend so much time in bed, bedroom hygiene should be highly prioritized. Since there is furniture in our rooms’ indoor allergens, such as dust mites and mold, can thrive in our rooms.

If you don’t make a conscious effort to keep your room, your pillows, mattress, and bedding can be infested with these allergens or, worse, bed bugs. For people with severe dust mite allergy, like myself, sleeping in a bed that could cause harm to your health can become an issue. This is precisely why I started looking into more extensive bedding hygiene. The basic cleaning, washing, and dusting did very little to get rid of indoor allergens, and my dust mite allergy kept getting triggered time after time. I realized how important it was to keep your bedding clean for high-quality sleep during this time.

To get a good night’s sleep and create a healthy sleep environment in your room, here are some tips that have personally helped me keep my mattress and bedding clean:

• Suitable Bedding

You might think that having clean bedding would start with washing your sheets and covers, but it begins with the type of bedding you buy for your room. Not every bedsheet is the same, even though they all serve the same purpose. The fabric or material of the sheet plays a considerable role, and some fabrics tend to absorb more sweat and collect dust compared to other fabrics. The best bedding is made when companies keep comfort and cleanness their top priority.

While looking for high-quality bedding, your room’s look shouldn’t be compromised. Finding luxury bed sheets in Pakistan is more accessible now with Annies Home Decor. Annies Home Decor delivers a healthy and comfortable sleeping experience using breathable fabrics with anti-fungal and antibacterial properties. Bedsheets and covers made of breathable fabrics provide solid protection against dust mites and mold, which is highly beneficial for people with allergies. I found the perfect bedding sets that complimented my bedroom’s décor and furniture from Annies Home Decor.

Most people put off washing their sheets until they start to look visibly dirty, and this is where most of us get it wrong. And yes, there are a lot of chores that seem more urgent around the house. But experts suggest that you should wash all your beddings, including bed sheets, pillowcases, and mattress covers, once every week. If you could visually see how fast bacteria can grow and dust collects on your bedding, you would understand why it’s necessary to wash your bedding this often. Washing your pillowcases often is also recommended by dermatologists as it helps control breakouts and oily skin. Changing and washing your sheets more than once a week is recommended for people with asthma or allergies to keep their bedding dust mites and mold-free.

• Duvets and Pillows Inners

While covers mostly protect your duvet and pillow inners, dust and bacteria can still build up over long periods of time. They might not need washing weekly, but that doesn’t mean they can be neglected. Bacteria build up over time can cause discoloration on pillows and duvets. Since winter only comes around for a couple of months in Pakistan, duvets and blankets are usually stored away for months, collecting large amounts of dust. That’s why it is recommended to wash your pillows, as well as duvets and blankets, once every three months or six months at max.

While most pillows can easily be washed in a washing machine at home, other pillows might need to be dry-cleaned, or hand washed. It all depends on the filling your pillow has. If you have feather pillows, they’ll need to be professionally dry-cleaned, and memory foam pillows must be hand washed. It is essential to read the fabric care label for accurate guidance. Pillows should also be replaced with new ones every 1-2 years, depending on the quality of the pillows. On the other hand, high-quality blankets and duvets should last you for about 5 to 10 years.

• Mattresses

Mattresses can quickly become a hub of bacteria and dust over the years. The best way to keep a mattress clean is by vacuuming it from time to time and leaving it out in the sun to kill bacteria. You can use white vinegar, baking soda, or hydrogen peroxide for stains and spills. These items can easily be found in supermarkets and local pharmacies. To avoid wearing out and sagging your mattress, experts recommend flipping your mattress every couple of months. A good quality mattress with regular cleaning should last you 7 to 10 years.

Tips for Clean Bedding

• As soon as you wake up and get out of bed, the first you should do is make your bed. This helps keep your bedding clean and your room looking tidy. Although it’s a simple task, it has many benefits.
• On weekends, make time to get rid of things you don’t need anymore. Decluttering a space where you spend time relaxing and resting is a great way to improve your mental state and your sleeping environment. A cluttered and disorganized room can significantly impact the quality of your sleep.
• Cleaning and dusting your room regularly helps keep dust and bacteria from gathering on your bedding and keeps the air in your room fresh.
• Spend money on a high-quality mattress and bedding set, and it’s an excellent investment. The quality of your bedding can either make or break your sleeping habits. For clean and comfortable bedding, opt for organic and breathable materials.

High-Quality and Luxury Bedding Sets

Finding fancy bed sheets in Pakistan has become much simpler with Annies Home Decor, a reputable home luxury online store. Whether you are looking for an ethereal teal velvet bedspread or pale pink bedding set to add the Midas touch in your room, Annies Home Decor has got you covered. They have a wide range of royal bedding sheets and other bedding accessories to meet your high standards. Their products are delicately designed and made with top-quality fabrics. There’s no need to compromise on the look of your bedroom to get quality sleep with Annies Home Decor!

The Word From Very Well!

We believe that the above-mentioned hacks for bedding hygiene will help you get elusive Zs while keeping your health intact. Not only do the tips will assist you to enjoy a healthy life, but also you will be able to secure big bucks in getting wasted. So, what are you waiting for? Remember, Health is Wealth and there is no substitute for it. Start prepping your bedroom today, as there comes no better tomorrow.