Brilio.net - Pillows are a crucial item in the home, because this equipment is usually used as a pillow for the head when sleeping. Moreover, if it is covered with a soft cover, the pillow will automatically feel more comfortable.
However, even though it has been covered with a cover every time it is used, the pillow can still get dirty and must be cleaned regularly to keep it hygienic. If you don't clean it regularly, your pillow will be covered in stains which will make it look dull.
Many people are confused about how to clean them , so they prefer to buy new pillows because the old ones are very dirty. In fact, there are a number of easy ways to clean dirty pillows , you know.
One way to do this is by applying citrus or citric acid. However, not everyone has this ingredient at home. Even so, don't worry because you can copy how to clean dull pillows from netizens who work as laundry owners. After all, this method requires the addition of one kitchen ingredient.
How to clean dull pillows easily and quickly.
First, prepare enough laundry bleach in a container. Then mix the bleach with baking soda. Yup, baking soda is the main kitchen ingredient for practicing how to clean these dull pillows.
Baking soda not only helps the washing process more effectively, but this baking soda is also known to remove musty odors from pillows, you know. Then, stir until the two ingredients are evenly mixed.
photo: YouTube/W Laundry
After that, apply a mixture of bleach and baking soda to the entire surface of the pillow. The owner of the YouTube account W Laundry explained that the stains on the pillow will slowly disappear when smeared with this material.
On the other hand, according to netizens on the W Laundry YouTube account, this method of cleaning dull pillows is suitable for dacron pillows. However, if your pillow is made from kapok, don't worry about the contents of the pillow clumping together, because the washing process can be done separately by removing the kapok first.
photo: YouTube/W Laundry
Next, immediately continue the process of washing the pillow using a washing machine. Drain the pillows in the dryer, then hang them to dry in the sun. Guaranteed, pillows that were originally super dull will become shiny again after being cleaned this way.
"Wash with detergent and softener to remove the smell of the bleach solution," added the owner of the YouTube account W Laundry, quoted by BrilioFood on Friday (1/3).
photo: YouTube/W Laundry
So, are you interested in trying this method of cleaning dull pillows at home? Taking a peek at W Laundry's YouTube upload, apart from having been watched 2,000 times, many netizens have also left enthusiastic comments about this method, you know.
"Is it possible to wear clothes, bro?" asked YouTube @epikcasio4688 and received a reply from the video owner, "I think it's possible as long as the material is white, try it on the bottom of the shirt, to test the material."
How to remove unpleasant odors from pillows using kitchen ingredients.
THIS LAUNDRY OWNER'S INFOGRAPHIC SHARE TIPS FOR CLEANING DOORY PILLOWS USING ONLY 1 KITCHEN INGREDIENT
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There are several kitchen ingredients, apart from baking soda, that can also help get rid of unpleasant odors on pillows, you know. Here are some ways you can practice at home.
1. White vinegar.
White vinegar has antibacterial properties that can help eliminate odors. Mix white vinegar with water in a spray and spray it on your pillow. Let it dry naturally.
2. Ground coffee.
Ground coffee can absorb odors effectively. Sprinkle some ground coffee on your pillow and let it sit for a few hours before vacuuming or brushing it off.
3. Lemons.
Cut a lemon and rub the peel over the surface of the pillow. The fresh aroma of lemon can help eliminate unpleasant odors.
4. Fresh mint leaves.
Rub fresh mint leaves onto the surface of the pillow or place the mint leaves in a pillowcase before use. The fresh mint aroma will help disguise unpleasant odors.