How to remove a blood stain from a cotton pillowcase

 How to remove a blood stain from a cotton pillowcase

For one reason or another, you may have to deal with a blood stain on your bedding, perhaps you have hyperactive children who are prone to accidents. Blood stains on the cotton pillowcase is not difficult to remove, but the key is to do it as soon as possible.

- How to remove a blood stain from a cotton pillowcase and Pillowcases Product

Method 1 Salt method

Using salt is a very effective method of removing blood stains from a pillowcase. Because salt is a natural element, it does not harm the material, such as discoloration.

 
1
Fill a sink or bucket with cold water. Put the pillowcase so that it is completely saturated.

2
Hold the areas of the pillow near the bloodstain with each hand, rubbing against each other to help loosen the blood.
 
3
Place the pillowcase on your work area.
 
4
Pour some table salt or meat tenderizer onto the blood stain, and let it sit for about 20 minutes. This normally removes a lot, if not all of the blood from the fabric.
 
5
Rinse the fabric under cool running water.
 
6
Pour a small spoonful of shampoo or dish soap on the stain.
 
7
Rewrite the dirty part of the fabric against the other, as in step 2.
 
8
Rinse the fabric under cool running water.
 
9
When the blood stain is completely gone, wash the pillowcase as usual.

Method 2 Hydrogen peroxide method

Hydrogen peroxide is a known cleaning agent, and it is effective in removing blood stains as well. Make sure to wash the pad cover carefully after use.

 
1
Place the pillowcase in the area where you will be doing the work.
 
2
Pour the hydrogen peroxide directly onto the bloodstain. Usually a 3% solution is sufficient.
 
3
Allow the hydrogen peroxide fizz to work for a few minutes to allow the chemical to react with the bloodstain to break it down.
 
4
Dry with a damp sponge or cloth.
 
5
Repeat steps 2 through 4 until the blood stain is removed.
 
6
Wash the pillowcase as usual in cold water.

Tips

• For small fresh blood stains, a laundry or dish detergent is sufficient to remove the blood stain.

Warnings

• Do not use warm or hot water to remove the stain, as the heat will set the stain on the fabric. Also, do not put the fabric under the dryer before removing the stains.

Things you will need

• Bucket
• Cold water
• Table salt or meat tenderizer
• Hydrogen peroxide
• Dishwasher shampoo or detergent
• Clean sponge or cloth

Hygiene and care of pillows

 Hygiene and care of pillows

The pillows are an important element in the rest daily and often tend to pay little attention to their care . We tend to think that by wearing a protective cover , everything is done, but it is not. At Gauus we want to help you with the hygiene and care of your pillows with these simple tips:

- Hygiene and care of pillows and Pillowcases Product

• - You must protect the pillow with cotton cover , this will help keep it clean stains and will not need to wash it so often. You have to have several covers to change them, since these have to be washed frequently .

• - It is important to shake the pillows with great energy, to prevent dust from accumulating. Vacuuming it every time we change the covers is also necessary, as well as airing the pillows every day .

• - It is recommended to wash them once a month , and once a week the covers. When washing them, we must take into account the type of material our pillow is made of : if they are made of feathers, they must be washed in the wool program, with detergent and fabric softener , and tumble dried . However, if they are made of synthetic fabric, they should be washed with the special program for this type of fabric, with warm water and dried in the sun.

• - Also, before resting your head, hit your pillow from all its sides towards the inside so you will achieve a greater volume of the fibers and a better rest .

All these tips are applicable to the care of any type of cushion or cushion , as well as the care and hygiene of mattresses and covers . The pillows last about two years and after that time it is advisable to change them, at Gauus we provide you with a wide variety of pillows to help you get a better rest and care in your home.