24/10/2023
PLACES GERMS OR BACTERIA HIDE IN HOMES.
Pillow Case
Unwashed Pillowcases Can Have More Germs Than a Toilet Seat.
Pillowcases can harbor up to 17 thousand times the bacteria that the average toilet seat carries — even if they’ve been washed as recently as a week ago.
The research conducted by Amerisleep, a company that sells mattresses and bedding, found that “after one week, pillowcases and sheets contain between three million and five million CFUs (colony-forming units [of bacteria]) per square inch.” And these bacteria, the study found, included the kinds that cause infections like pneumonia — as well as gram-negative rods, which are dangerous and can lead to antibiotic resistance, according to the CDC.”
Bacilli — the type of bacteria that usually causes food poisoning— were also found on the bedding.
But there is a way to keep your pillowcase cleaner than a toilet seat. While most guidance suggests that washing your bedding once a week is sufficient, it’s likely not enough,
According to experts, Some people may want to wash their pillowcases more frequently if they sweat while sleeping, have oily hair or skin, or go to bed with makeup on, Eight hours times seven days equals 56 hours of use — even if you don't sweat or have oily hair, that's enough 'wear' to necessitate washing them with the rest of the sheets.
Pillowcases need to be cleaned very thoroughly, so using hot water, a heavy-duty cycle for longer agitation, a good detergent with enzymes, and the appropriate bleach for the fabric and color will make a huge difference."
Your sweat, hair, saliva, body oil, and dead absorbed by your pillows even if you have a pillowcase, it may not provide enough protection. All these fluids and flakes may cause mold and mildew spores.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
1, Soak brighter colors with bleach before wash.
2, wash/rinse with warm or hot water depending on the color.
3, avoid damp line area or iron if it dries without sun.
4, pillow Replacement: 1 - 2years