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My bed sheets were dirty one night after washing until I banned these 3 things from the bedroom
By Ruth Jones Published
Infections expert Dr. Shanina C. Knighton explains how everyday habits could be turning your sleep space into a hotbed for bacteria and grime.

Get rid of mattress smells with this 5-second daily habit — no baking soda required
By Ruth Jones Published
You're trapping smells in your mattress every morning without realizing it. Here's the quick 5-second hack that fixes it.

I restored my graying bed sheets back to bright white using this simple 2-step soak
By Ruth Jones Published
Bring those graying bed sheets back to bright white with an oxygen bleach plus vinegar pre-machine laundry soak and dive into brand-new looking sheets tonight.

$21 vs $119 mattress protector showdown: Which one performs best in our 6 spill tests?
By Ruth Jones Published
Every bed needs a mattress protector — to see if you should save or splurge, I put two to the test by throwing everything I had at them (literally).

This is how often (and the exact temp) you need to wash your bed sheets and pillowcases this summer, according to an infection prevention expert
By Frances Daniels Published
Hot weather leaving your bed sheets and pillows damp most nights? According to a hygiene expert, here's how often you should them in summer to prevent a grim mix of sweat, oil, and allergen build-up.

'Sun washing' pillows and bedding in a heatwave won't kill dust mites and fungi — this exact temperature will, infection expert says
By Claire Davies (CSSC) Published
Hanging your pillows, comforter and sheets out might freshen them up, but a top infection prevention expert warns that the viral UV sanitizing trend is just an illusion.

Is spring cleaning your mattress voiding your warranty? 3 things to stop doing immediately
By Jenny Haward Published
An expert explains the spring cleaning methods to avoid and the safe ways to clean your mattress without risking voiding the warranty.

3 bedroom items you should clean weekly to spot early signs of bed bugs
By Ruth Jones Published
Bed bugs multiply fast. Adding these 3 items to your weekly cleaning schedule can prevent a breakout.
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