Does your pillow have a bad smell? So you can remove it!

 Does your pillow have a bad smell? So you can remove it!

Maybe at some time in your life you have had a terrible night because of the bad smell of the pillow (if not, let me tell you that you are super lucky). Whether at home, in a hotel or at your grandmother's house, you may come across a smelly pillow . It is awful!

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Eliminating bad smell from the pillow is really easy, if you want to save your pillow and continue sleeping as you deserve, take note! Here I tell you the most effective way to do it.

When you have finished cleaning the bed, you can prepare a cajeta cake with tres leches, right?

To eliminate a bad smell from the pillow, it is necessary to do a deep cleaning, either by use, hair treatments, sweat or material from it, it may have an unpleasant smell, but it has a solution.
Do not be discouraged!

1. The first thing you should do is separate the pillows from the cover, wash the cover in the washing machine with liquid detergent, hot water and a little bleach.
2. The pillow should be put under the sun throughout the day and let it receive as much air as possible.
3. This will help you eliminate odors.

If for some reason the odor remains after exposure to the sun, do the following:

• Sprinkle baking soda on your pillow and let it sit for a few minutes
• Shake the pillow vigorously and make sure to remove all the baking soda
• Ready! The bad smell will be gone

 

To be 100% sure that the odor is gone, you can use an odor neutralizer, either made at home or purchased at the supermarket.

Neutralizers will remove any strange and unpleasant scents, feel free to use them!


You already know that good cleaning and proper ventilation can be the difference between having a pleasant night or having the worst night of the year.

Eliminating bad smell from the pillow is not complicated, do not give up!

How often do you wash your pillow?

 How often do you wash your pillow?

If, due to the composition of the pillow, you cannot put it in the washing machine, we offer you a series of tricks so that you can disinfect it dry with bicarbonate and essential tea oil.

The cleaning of the pillow should be given the same importance as the rest of the elements that make up the bed

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Despite their great importance in our rest, pillows are one of the elements of the home to which less attention is paid.

With use and the passage of time, stains appear on their surface and acquire an unpleasant yellowish color, all derived from sweat, dust and other molecules in the environment. As a consequence of this, an optimal environment is created for the proliferation of bacteria and mites that can cause allergic reactions when remaining in contact with our skin.

Why should the pillow be washed frequently?

We should give the cleaning of the pillows the same importance that we give to the sheets, the mattress and the rest of the elements that make up the bed.

Although we do not realize it, while we rest we release sweat and a large amount of impurities that are absorbed by the surface layer of the pillow and that almost always reach the inside of the pillow, where an optimal environment is created for the proliferation of various pathogens. (mites, bacteria, etc.).

All this is what ends up causing those unpleasant stains that are so difficult to remove. The mites and bacteria that reproduce happily on these spots can cause difficulties in the respiratory system, skin allergies and other types of physical discomfort.

To avoid this, in today's article we are going to provide you with a series of homemade tricks to wash and disinfect your pillows without too much effort.

Cleaning with Borax

Borax is often used as a stain remover.  It is perfect for whitening surfaces and removing sweat and other stains.

One of the most common uses for borax is as a stain remover. This is because it is made up of a series of very powerful ingredients that deeply clean tissues. However, before using it, make sure that the pillow fabric will not be damaged and that it is compatible with the products used. This trick is perfect for whitening surfaces and removing sweat and other stains.

Ingredients

• Hot water
• 125 g borax
• 250 ml non-chlorine bleach
• 250 ml of biodegradable dishwasher detergent
• 250 ml of laundry detergent

Instructions to follow

• Remove the pillowcase and put it in the washing machine on a hot water cycle.
• Add the ingredients (the use of gloves is recommended to handle the borax and protect the skin of the hands).
• Put a pillow or two (whichever will fit) into the washing machine and wait for the wash cycle to finish.
• So that the pillows do not acquire a bad smell, it is recommended to dry them in the sun.

Cleaning with baking soda and vinegar

Combining baking soda and vinegar is a natural detergent with antibacterial and softening effect.

Combining baking soda and vinegar results in a natural detergent with a softening and antibacterial effect. Applying it on the fabric of the pillows will help us remove dirt and sweat stains, mold and bad odors.

Ingredients

• 125 ml white vinegar
• 125 g of baking soda

Instructions to follow

• After the washing machine has run off the water, add the baking soda and white vinegar.
• Starts the normal wash cycle
• After the wash cycle is finished, air dry the pillows.

Clean with hydrogen peroxide and lemon

By combining lemon juice with hydrogen peroxide you get a very effective home bleach

Combining these two products is a homemade bleach that will help remove stubborn stains that give white pillows that unsightly look.

Use this combination to clean yellow stains, sweat and saliva, etc. With this same formula you can also remove stains from clothing, furniture and shoes.

Ingredients

• 3 liters of water
• 125 ml lemon juice
• 250 ml of hydrogen peroxide

Instructions to follow

• Put all the ingredients in a large bowl and mix them.
• Soak the pillows and covers and let them soak for an hour.
• After that time, rinse the pillows and covers by hand or using the normal cycle of the washing machine.
• Let them dry in a ventilated place where they get enough sun.

Cleansing with essential tea tree oil and  baking soda

If you combine baking soda with essential tea tree oil, you get a disinfectant to dry your pillows.

By combining baking soda with tea tree essential oil, we obtain a disinfectant for dry cleaning pillows. It is perfect for keeping them free of bacteria and mites, especially when there is not enough time to wash them well.

Ingredients

• 10 drops of tea tree essential oil
• 125 g of baking soda
• 1 brush

Instructions

• Add the baking soda to a bowl and mix it with the tea tree essential oil.
• Spread the mixture over the entire surface of the pillow and let it sit for about an hour.
• Remove excesses using a brush and put the pillow outdoors to ventilate before using it again.

With these simple tricks you no longer have an excuse not to clean your pillow. What are you waiting for? Do you know any other tricks?

How to clean a memory foam pillow after a spill

 How to clean a memory foam pillow after a spill

If you stain the surface and you notice it, try to wash and act immediately, following these steps to remove the stain from the memory foam pillow.

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• Blot the area with the stain with paper towels or dry cloths. Try to absorb as much liquid as possible as soon as possible, always with transfer movements instead of rubbing.
• Then rub the affected area with a damp cloth and a mild detergent.
• Dry the pillow. After cleaning up the spill, pat the area dry with a dry towel. Avoid wringing the pillow, or you risk damaging the foam structure. Once you have removed as much moisture as possible with the towel, leave the pillow without a cover and in the air for a few hours.
• You can use a hair dryer but avoid being in hot mode. Don't use the dryer.

Eliminate odors from the memory foam mattress and pillow

• The first option for mild odors is to use a fabric freshener, it will neutralize the odor very little. Avoid wearing a lot.
• To give the memory foam a fresh smell and eliminate possible stains, use powdered boric acid, borax or sodium bicarbonate , which you will find in any cleaning product or pharmacy store.  Sprinkle it  on the memory foam zone without a cover and let it sit for 15 to 30 minutes.
• Once the boric acid has taken effect, remove it with a handheld vacuum cleaner or with the fabric applique that normal vacuum cleaners have. In addition to removing the dust, you will remove the hairs and dust that may be on the mattress or pillow.
• Leave the surface in the sunlight. Using sunlight to disinfect and deodorize is an old-fashioned technique that many manufacturers now recommend.

Some extra tips on how to wash a memory foam pillow

• Avoid using strong detergents.
• Don't get the surface too wet.
• If there is no bad smell, it is better to have an invisible stain than a ruined pillow.
• Dry the pillow completely before putting on its cover. At least 12 to 24 hours. If you put it before you can stimulate the growth of mold.
• Do not use the pillow while it is wet, you could damage it.

5 tricks to whiten and disinfect your pillows

 5 tricks to whiten and disinfect your pillows

To avoid health problems and, above all, to keep them in the best condition, it is recommended to clean the pillows at least once a month.

Pillows are one of those household items that need special maintenance to be kept in hygienic conditions and suitable for regular use.

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Although very easy to ignore, these objects absorb traces of sweat and dirt particles that create a perfect environment for mites and bacteria. And although we usually put a protective cover on them, it is inevitable that, at some point, they begin to acquire dark stains and unpleasant odors that make us think about throwing them away.

However, before taking such drastic measures, it is good to consider some cleaning and disinfecting tricks that, for a low cost, help to give them a better appearance.

Here are the 5 best tricks so that you do not hesitate to put them into practice, at least once a month.

1. Baking soda and vinegar

A mixture of baking soda with white vinegar results in a totally natural product, perfect for whitening and softening pillow fabrics. These ingredients have antibacterial and whitening properties that make it easier to remove dirt and sweat stains. This is stated in this study from the University of Iowa.

Ingredients

• 8 tablespoons of baking soda (80 g).
• ½ cup of white vinegar (125 ml).

Preparation

• Put the pillows in the washing machine and, when the water covers them, add the baking soda and white vinegar.
• Let the cycle complete and, when finished, let them dry in the sun.

2. Hot water and lemon juice

• It is no secret to anyone that fresh lemon juice is one of the most effective antibacterial and disinfectant agents that nature offers us, as stated in this study by the University of Benin (Nigeria). Therefore, it is not surprising that it is also one of the best allies to leave the pillows fresh and impeccable.

Ingredients

• The juice of 6 lemons.
• 2 ½ liters of water (10 cups).

Preparation

• Put the water to heat and, when it boils, add the juice of 6 fresh lemons.
• Gently submerge the pillow and, if necessary, add more water, until it is completely covered.
• Let it soak for 2 hours and then wash it with your regular detergent.

3. Baking soda and tea tree essential oil

• By combining ingredients such as baking soda and tea tree essential oil we can make a dry detergent to take care of our pillows. This product facilitates the removal of yellow stains and, thanks to its antibacterial action, removes mites and bacteria.

Ingredients

• ½ cup of baking soda (80 g).
• 10 drops of tea tree essential oil.

Preparation

• Pour the baking soda into a bowl and mix it with the tea tree essential oil.
• After obtaining a uniform product, spread it on the pillow and let it rest for 45 minutes.
• After this time, rub the remains with a brush and remove the excesses.

4. Detergent and borax

The detergent and borax hack has become quite popular around the world as one of the best preparations to leave pillows free of damage and as new.

• Its properties eliminate the remains of sweat and other particles that, little by little, leave stains that are difficult to erase.
• They also have powerful antimicrobial properties that help kill mites, bacteria, and other undesirable microorganisms.

Ingredients

• 1 cup of detergent (250 g).
• ½ cup of borax (80 g).
• 1 cup of biodegradable dish soap (250 ml).
• Hot water (the amount that is necessary).
• 1 cup of bleach, without chlorine (250 ml).

Preparation

• First of all, remember that it is necessary to take precautionary measures to avoid poisoning . Thus, the use of gloves and face masks is recommended.
• Then add the products mentioned in the washing machine.
• Add one or two pillows inside the machine and, after adding hot water, start the usual cycle.
• When finished, put them to dry in the sun so they do not acquire a musty smell.

5. Hydrogen peroxide and lemon

• The mixture of hydrogen peroxide with lemon allows us to achieve a homemade antimicrobial with powerful active ingredients that eliminate sweat and saliva stains from white pillows.

Ingredients

• ½ cup of lemon juice (125 ml).
• 1 cup of hydrogen peroxide (250 ml).

Preparation

• Add the ingredients to a bucket of hot water and soak the pillow for an hour.
• After the indicated time, rinse in the usual cycle of the washing machine and put it to dry in the sun.

Keep your pillows clean!

To keep your pillows in excellent condition for longer, you can use the tricks that we have already mentioned. However, remember to also wash the bedding regularly and, after 2 years, change the pillow for a new one.

How to wash stuffed animals and cushions

 How to wash stuffed animals and cushions

In almost every house there are stuffed animals and cushions. Who has not kept a stuffed animal for many years? The problem is that, in addition to being cute, they are a great source of accumulation of dust and dirt. The same happens with the cushions. We leave them for long periods on the chairs without realizing that they trap the dust from the environment.

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How to wash stuffed animals

The first thing you have to do is tap them gently to remove the dust. If you are allergic, I recommend that you protect your nose and mouth with a tissue before doing so. In most cases, stuffed animals can be machine washed. Before doing so, review them well. If they have any holes or tears, you should sew them before washing the stuffed animal, this will prevent the filling they have from coming off.

To avoid spoilage, put the stuffed animals in a pillowcase and wash them with the rest of your clothes. The best is a delicate wash cycle, with a mild detergent. When you take it out of the washing machine you can brush them so they are impeccable.

How to wash cushions

In the case of cushions, it is best to remove the cover and put it in the washing machine on a delicate cycle and with a mild detergent.

If the cover is sewn and cannot be removed, the first thing to do is remove the dust from the cushion. You can do this by tapping it gently. Then, mix a little water with liquid detergent or liquid soap and, with the help of a sponge or a soft brush, apply the solution to the cushion. With this, you will remove the dirt and finally, wipe with a damp cloth to remove the remains of this solution. You can dry the cushion with a fan or a hair dryer with cold air.

Learn how to care for pillows

 Learn how to care for pillows

Choosing the perfect pillow is essential to achieve a restful sleep, a proper use and maintenance of these will contribute to its duration and your rest. Here we will teach you how to care for pillows correctly.

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Using your pillows properly and keeping them in good condition is essential to obtain optimal rest and contribute to their useful life. Here you will find some recommendations for the proper use and maintenance of pillows.

Recommendations for use

• Consider if you use them only to sleep or also to lift your back and head when you read or watch television.
• If you usually lean on the pillow, it should be firm and thick, for greater comfort.
• To sleep it is better that the pillow is softer and more flexible, so it is advisable to have more than one pillow and of different types depending on its use.
• If you are allergic to certain types of padding or to mites in general, find a hypoallergenic pillow or use allergy covers. These pillow protectors guarantee total insulation. Being a water vapor permeable fabric, these covers do not generate moisture, which makes them completely safe and washable.
• Before resting your head, tap your pillow from the sides towards the inside, this way you will achieve a greater volume of the fibers for a better rest.

Maintenance tips

• You can use two removable covers, this will help reduce washing frequency, thus extending its useful life.
• The change of the pillow will depend on its deterioration. If it loses the shape or part of the filling, becomes stained or has a bad smell, it is time to change it for a new one.
• It is important to ventilate the pillow on a weekly basis, thus avoiding the impregnation of unpleasant odors.
• Wash the pillow as little as possible; do not spin it, let it drain as much as possible and let it dry flat. If your pillow is made of feathers, do not put it in the washing machine or the dryer. Wash it by hand, in cold or warm water.
• The frequency of washing should be at least a couple of times a year, but we recommend washing it after you get out of a flu illness.

Avoid mites

• Dust mites live in your home, they are the main cause of allergies, rhinitis and asthma in the world.
• Eliminate them with Acar Klean, it is 100% effective, its action is fast and it has a residual effect.
• It is important to ventilate the pillow on a weekly basis, thus avoiding the impregnation of unpleasant odors.
• Remove the bedding and apply it directly to the mattress for only 10 seconds and to the pillow for 5 seconds. You already know how to care for pillows correctly.

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:

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• - 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.