HG Mattress Odour Remover, Freshener & Stale Smell Remover, Refreshes & Neutralises the Source of Unpleasant Scents – 500ml (635050106)

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Dust mites are all around us: even in the cleanest homes, there are likely to be thousands (or even millions) of the bugs in a room at any given time. But, because they're so tiny, most people tend to be blissfully unaware that they're sharing their homes with these microscopic guests. It only becomes a noticeable problem if you’re unfortunate enough to suffer from a dust mite allergy. Long gone are the days of a single type of mattress. Now there are many types of mattress, each designed to suit every and any type of sleeping preference. Keeping your ceiling fan on for an hour or a couple of hours after you wake up absorbs traces of moisture. See also our guide to sleeping with a fan on at night. Whenever possible, open your windows to allow natural light and air into your bedroom, prolonging your mattress’s freshness. Allergens may cause breathing difficulties, runny nose, sore throat, watery eyes, or skin irritation. This allergen build-up not only impacts your health, but it may also cause a bad odor, increasing the need to freshen and deodorize your mattress. That means, if your bedroom is quite humid and poorly ventilated, the number of mites will increase substantially. You can help to prevent this by controlling the relative humidity level in your bedroom using a dehumidifier — around 50% is thought to be ideal.

A bed skirt does more than add a classic look to your bed frame. The main purpose of a bed skirt is to catch dust before it can pile up on the floor and under the bed, along with hiding your bed frame’s lower half, any bed risers you use, and underbed storage boxes. Suffice to say, mattresses have a hard life, and will steadily accumulate an unpleasant concoction of dried sweat, blood, and other bodily fluids over the years – as well as oils, grime, and chemicals from cosmetic products. Happily, it doesn’t take that long to make your mattress hygienic again. Better still, there are numerous benefits to be had as a result of doing so. You’re likely to sleep better for one, and allergy sufferers will be able to breathe more easily too.Here’s how to freshen a mattress with baking soda. Baking soda naturally neutralizes odors. You can use it on mattresses and pillows to eliminate foul smells. Sprinkle some baking soda over the surface of your mattress and allow it to rest for thirty minutes. The longer you allow the baking soda on the mattress, the better your results will be. You can leave it on your mattress for as long as 24 hours. Water and Vinegar Use a 50/50 mixture of cold water and distilled white vinegar not to spoil the surface. Changing up your lighting is another way to refresh your room. You may want to switch from lamps to overhead lights. Or install more oversized windows to allow more natural light inside.

If you have a tumble dryer, you can also dry the sheets at a high heat, which will help to kill any lingering mites. Washing your sheets, pillowcases, and duvet covers in this way will kill all the dust mites, and will effectively remove the waste matter that causes allergies.

Ways To Clean Your Mattress 

Be cautious when you use any form of liquid on your mattress because it can leave moisture behind, encouraging allergen growth. This is why it’s often best to try dry ways of freshening your mattress first, such as odor-absorbing baking soda. If you do use liquid methods of deodorizing your mattress, air-dry your mattress thoroughly before making your bed. Vacuum Lift it off its foundation and lean it against the wall. The side you sprayed should be facing the wall. Hypoallergenic pillows and duvets are made from synthetic materials that help to repel dust mites and other allergens. They tend to be a better choice than down or feather bedding for allergy sufferers, which can provide a breeding ground for mites. After you have been using the same bed for a while, the surface of the mattress will collect dust, sweat, pet dander, and other allergens. Many of these contaminants cannot be seen but cause the bed to smell stale nonetheless. In the worst cases, contaminants can cause skin reactions and sinus problems which can interfere with your sleep. When you rotate your mattress, you are ensuring that you use each side equally. It is an excellent way to improve the lifespan and is a general part of your mattress care. To keep your mattress in the best possible condition, you should rotate it once every three months. To do this, you should move your mattress from the head of your bed to the foot, from top to bottom. Change Your Bedding Every Week Failure to change bed sheets even once a month can cause asthma, eczema and rhinitis.

But, if you're one of the estimated 12 million Brits who suffer from allergies caused by dust mites (NHS), it may not be quite so straightforward. Even if you properly wash a feather comforter, the feathers will break down and drop piles of dust, creating a perfect home for dust mites to thrive. Consider this before you buy one. Investing in a good-quality mattress protector or a mattress topper will provide your mattress with a barrier of protection from oil, sweat, stains, dust mites, and allergens. They are easy to use and offer a great way to prolong the life of your mattress. Rotate Your Mattress Regularly Rotating helps to spread out the wear-and-tear that comes with sleeping in the same position on your mattress every night. Adding cornstarch to your coating of baking soda can further freshen your mattress. Cornstarch absorbs body oils, moisture, and odors. Try opening a window to let in some fresh air while the mixture does its work—the air can help speed up the drying process. Similar to a linen spray, use this to freshen the mattress in between cleaning to keep it smelling beautiful. DIY MATTRESS FRESHENER SPRAY

Other Steps to Prolong Mattress Freshness

While washing bedding may be a part of your weekly chores, mattresses also need some maintenance. You can freshen and deodorize your mattress to prolong its life and keep you healthy. If you're looking to update your mattress in the near future, you should definitely consider investing in one which is designed especially to help repel dust-mites, like our Dormeo Fresh memory foam mattresses. Each one features fine silver threads that offer natural protection against dust mites and is treated using our Sanitized® protection system. So, they're an excellent choice for allergy sufferers.