How to refresh dirty pillows: a foolproof way

Any household items that come into close contact with the human body can acquire an unpleasant odor over time. This happens because traces of sweat and grease get on the surface of the object, where bacteria grow. This applies, of course, to pillows.

But while it's easy to remove odors from a hard surface by simply washing it, a soft pillow absorbs odors very strongly. However, it is possible to get rid of it. Experts from House Digest have shared a suitable and very effective life hack.

To get rid of pillow odor, you will need the most common vodka. Also prepare a little water and a spray bottle, because you will be cleaning the pillows with a spray.

Keep in mind that you won't be able to completely disinfect the bed with this mixture because you will be using vodka with an alcohol content of 40%, and diluted. Whereas the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the United States recommends choosing alcohol with a concentration of at least 60% to kill bacteria. Nevertheless, this spray will be enough to combat unpleasant odors.

To make a pillow cleaner, you need to add one part vodka to three parts water. Adjust the amount of the finished product depending on your needs. The more pillows you want to freshen, the more liquid you will need.

If you want to not only freshen your pillows but also scent them, add a few drops of your favorite essential oil to the mixture. But in this case, mix the spray more thoroughly so that the oil dissolves well and does not leave stains on the textile.

Spray the resulting spray on the pillows on both sides. But first, remove all pillowcases and covers. Do not try to soak the object with the mixture – it will be difficult to dry it later. The surface should only be slightly moistened. If you think you've overdone it, use a paper towel to collect the excess.

Then leave the pillow to air dry. If it still smells like vodka, give it more time to air dry.

Although this product is quite effective in cleaning pillows, they still need to be washed regularly - every three to six months, depending on the mode of use. Vodka provides only a superficial cleanliness of the object, while washing gives a deep cleaning.

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