Expert's 90p hack will have your pillows looking brand new in 30 minutes - without a washing machine
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Pillows, which gather dead skin cells, oils, and sweat from our bodies as we sleep, need to be cleaned regularly. A study by Amerisleep revealed that an unwashed pillowcase can harbour 17 times more bacteria than the average toilet seat after just one week of use, with up to three million colony-forming units (CFUs) per square inch.
However, not all pillows can be safely washed in a washing machine, particularly those made of delicate materials or filled with special stuffing. Plus, with the cost of living crisis, people are seeking budget-friendly cleaning hacks for their household items, many of which involve avoiding the use of washing machines due to their high running costs.
Fortunately, Allen Civlak, a laundry expert and owner of Mary's Kitchen Flour Sack Towels, claims there is an alternative method to effectively clean your pillows without washing them. This cleaning solution utilises two of the most affordable cleaning products available on supermarket shelves - baking soda and vinegar.
This cleaning hack will set you back less than 90p. The prices are based on supermarket-branded products, with a 200g packet of baking soda costing around 50p and a 500ml bottle of vinegar priced at 35p. To clean pillows, start by removing any pillowcases, covers, or protectors before generously sprinkling baking soda on the pillows. Make sure both sides are covered, reports the Express.
