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Diwali Cleaning: Don't Forget Your Pillows! Easy Home Remedies for Fresh, Clean Sleep.
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News18•02-10-2026, 10:34
Diwali Cleaning: Don't Forget Your Pillows! Easy Home Remedies for Fresh, Clean Sleep.
- •Pillow cleaning is often overlooked, leading to accumulated sweat, moisture, and dirt that can cause bad odors and disrupt sleep.
- •To reduce pillow odor, sprinkle baking soda, leave for an hour, then vacuum or wipe thoroughly with a dry cloth.
- •Placing pillows in sunlight and open air for a few hours helps reduce moisture and maintain freshness; do this once a week.
- •Lightly spray pillows with a white vinegar and water mixture, then dry completely in the sun to prevent excess moisture.
- •For small stains, gently apply toothpaste with a soft brush, wipe off, and for overall cleanliness, wash pillow covers weekly and use a protector.
Key Questions Answered
Sprinkle a small amount of baking soda on both sides of the pillow and leave it for about an hour before cleaning it thoroughly with a vacuum cleaner or dry cloth. This helps absorb accumulated moisture and bad odors effectively.
Mix equal parts of white vinegar and water in a spray bottle, lightly spray the solution onto the pillow, and let it dry completely. To prevent excess moisture from increasing any odor, place the pillow out in the sun after spraying.
Apply a little toothpaste gently with a soft brush onto the stained area of the pillow. After a few minutes, wipe it off using a clean dry cloth, and once dried, rub off any remaining residue with your hands.
