CLEANING up is the key to sleeping easy.
Fresh, clean bedding can seriously improve the quality of our shuteye, according to the National Sleep Foundation.
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Avoid professional cleaning costs and play a nap hand with these simple tricks.
DELETE STUBBORN STAINS: Raid your kitchen cupboards to get rid of marks.
Light stains like coffee or tea can be removed by dabbing the stain with a damp cloth, then a vinegar-soaked cloth with a dash of dish soap before wiping down.
If it still won’t budge, blogger Lynsey (aka @queenofclean) recommends a mild hydrogen peroxide solution. Go to Chemist-4-u.com to get two bottles for £1.80.
ATTACK THE MATTRESS: Professional mattress cleaning starts at around £15. Skip that with a few simple tricks.
Vacuum your mattress regularly to pick up dust mites and debris and then sprinkle with cheap baking soda (59p for 200g, Tesco) to deodorise, vacuuming a few hours later to get rid of the residue.
Use a damp cloth and a bit of baking soda to wipe over your headboar
FRESHEN UP: Ditch scented tumble-dryer sheets and perfumed fabric conditioners and make your own scented spray.
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Add a couple of drops of essential oil and a cup of white vinegar to a 500ml spray bottle of water. Spray the mattress, leave it to dry for a few hours and it should smell amazing.
PROTECT TO SAVE: Make your mattress last longer – replacing it will cost upwards of £300.
Flip it regularly to ensure it keeps its shape and doesn’t sag, and always use a mattress protector.
Currently, get a single anti-allergy protector from George at Asda for £6, down from £8, or a double 100% cotton protector from Aldi for £9.99.
STORE BEDDING SAFELY: Prevent mildew and mould ruining bedding by storing it in a breathable fabric bag or box.
Cuddledown.co.uk have a pure cotton storage bag for £11.55, down from £16.50, or you could grab Ikea’s fabric storage with zip cover for £5.
- All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability.
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