So you have a pillow that has turned rather dirty and funky. But to wash or not to wash, that is the million-dollar question. Will washing damage or even destroy the pillow? Most pillows can either be hand or machine washed. But always check the attached care instructions on the pillow, it should clearly state …
Some people just love to laze on their bed and use a laptop until things get uncontrollably hot and uncomfortable. Then comes the genius idea to use a pillow as a “buffer” to soak up the heat. While that kind of works, will the pillow block out the radiation as well? Pillows will not block …
Do Pillows Block Laptop Radiation – Fact or Myth!? Read More »
Once upon a time, there was childhood. Many will hide under the blanket, to feel safe and comforted after a bad event. But as we grow up, a sudden realization hits… Didn’t villains in movies also use pillows, wet towels, and blankets to suffocate their victims? Is it even safe to be sleeping under a …
Sleeping Under a Blanket – Comforting or Dangerous!? Read More »
When you first purchased the blanket, it was nice, soft, and fluffy. But after using it for a while and some washing cycles – It seems to have lost its original soft and fluffy magic. Just what happened? What is causing this tragedy? Improper washing and care are the key reasons why blankets lose their …
Why Blankets Lose Softness – How To Make Them Soft Again!? Read More »
So you have heard that bedsheets made of bamboo fiber are natural, non-toxic, soft, hypoallergenic, sustainable, and whatever else that people claim. But think again, didn’t the salesman say the same thing about cotton, wool, silk, cashmere, linen, and whatever else is out there? Bamboo bedsheets are good in the sense that bamboo itself is …
Are Bamboo Bedsheets Good – Or Just Marketing Fluff? Read More »
So you have just purchased a brand new blanket or comforter. The next million-dollar question is – Should we wash before using it? It is not required to wash new blankets and comforters that come in a sealed package. Reputable brands will clean and pre-wash the blanket/comforter in the factory, even do a quality check …
Should You Wash New Blankets & Comforters – How to Wash!? Read More »
In shows and movies, we often see people put fires out by using blankets and coats. So in the unfortunate event of a smartphone or gadget explosion in the middle of sleep, will a blanket be the best emergency tool to put out a fire? Blankets do catch on fire, but it may not burn …
Will A Blanket Catch Fire – Will They Stop Fires? Read More »
In most Western countries, wearing shoes at home is deemed appropriate. Owing to this cultural appropriateness, people are comfortable wearing shoes at home, even sleep with them on. But it is considered “rude and dirty” to be wearing shoes at home for Easterners, much more to sleep with them on. Which one is correct? Is …
Is It Bad To Sleep With Shoes On – Shoes VS Barefoot Read More »
Lice, a sleeper’s worst nightmare that can disturb peaceful nights of good sleep. These pesky little critters will make your head incredibly itchy and impossible to sleep. What is worse is that they are small and difficult to clean totally. But one interesting fact about lice is that once it falls off from the head, …
How To Clean Pillows After Lice – A Detailed Guide Read More »
So you may have just purchased a brand new mattress and is currently looking for a bed frame. But this “naughty thought” comes across – Are bed frames even necessary? Why not just put the mattress on the floor? Surely, that must be more stable than a frame, and it saves money! Bed frames are …
Are Beds More Comfortable With Frames – Are They Necessary!? Read More »
