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Everyday pillows can become a breeding ground for mold, especially if they are not properly cared for. Moisture trapped inside the pillow , especially after prolonged use or if the pillow is not properly dried, can lead to mold spots. These spots not only ruin the appearance of the pillow, but can also cause health problems, such as allergies or skin infections.
Other impacts caused by these stains can be even worse. Dirty and mold-stained pillows tend to produce an unpleasant odor. If it is like that, pillows can actually reduce sleep quality and affect respiratory health, especially for sensitive people.
Bolsters that are exposed to mold like this are often considered unfit for use. As a result, many people then just throw them away. In fact, if washed thoroughly, the mold spots can disappear and the bolster is more comfortable to use again.
A Facebook user named Fitri Rahmawati once shared a simple trick for washing moldy pillows. Through one of the videos she uploaded, she admitted to using simple materials and tools. Even without brushing or soaking in bleach, the pillow can be shiny again.
In the upload, Facebook user Fitri Rahmawati showed the results of the soaked bolster. Who would have thought, this bolster already looks cleaner. Even the mold stains are completely gone even though it was not brushed or washed with bleach. Once it is clean, rinse it immediately until there is no soap residue left. Then dry it in the sun. According to Fitri Rahmawati, this method tends to be safer, especially for colored bolsters that are full of patterns. The mixture of salt, vinegar, baking soda, and dish soap will not fade the color of the bolster.
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