Washing clothes is annoying. But there are some things we should wash a lot more often than we probably do. You can read what they are here.
Let's be honest: How often do your favorite clothes and everyday objects really go into the washing machine? The favorite bra that accompanies us almost every day or the pillow that we sleep on every night - many of us wash these things much less often than we should. And this can not only be unhygienic, but also affect the lifespan of the materials.
You can read here which items of clothing require more regular cleaning.
Should we wash more often: the bra
Hand on heart: We all have a favorite bra in our closet. A bra that fits perfectly, is comfortable and also looks good. No wonder we wear it every day and only put it in the wash at the end of the week.
However, experts recommend changing your bra every day, ideally. The reason: Bacteria accumulate through sweating and friction. A bra should therefore be washed just as often as a T-shirt or other underwear.
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Changed too rarely: the pajamas
Every evening we snuggle up in our cozy pajamas – without changing them. Because our pajamas are also items of clothing that should be washed more often. And how often should you change it? After about two to four nights, the pajamas should go into the laundry. After all, it's best to sleep in freshly washed clothes anyway!
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Too rarely ends up in the washing machine: swimwear
Always with you on a summer vacation: the bikini, swimming trunks or swimsuit. It is inevitable that these items of clothing are not washed during vacation. Therefore it is important: the textiles should be washed thoroughly after every day of bathing at the latest - or better yet immediately after bathing.
Because not only bacteria, but also chlorine and salt water accumulate here. And that can attack the fibers. You should then change your bathing outfit for a fresh one every three days. Tip: If you want to do a laundry day while on vacation, you should have a stain remover with an integrated cleaning brush at the start (is available here on Amazon*).
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Other textiles that we often neglect in the household include pillowcases, bed linen, tea towels and even the carpet. Well, do you feel caught now and would you like a good wash? Or are you little cleaning devils who tackle every stain straight away? You can tell us about your washing routine on Instagram and Facebook.
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Needs to be washed more often: pillows
Let's be honest: When was the last time your pillow was washed? And by that we don't mean the cover, but the pillow itself. Experts recommend washing the pillow once or twice a year. This is the only way to ensure that you sleep well and hygienically. Because a lot of sweat and sebum from the hair penetrates into the pillow material. A celebration for house dust mites, which can cause allergies in many people.
Important when washing the pillow: Pay attention to the information on the care label. It tells you how you should wash the pillow in the washing machine.
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