We know that bacteria and dust are one of the enemies of the home. And making the bed in the morning may not be the first thing we do when we wake up, as we’ve always been taught. What experts recommend is that airing the room should be the first thing we do when we get out of bed. Linen expert Clare from the bedding brand Belle Dorm told the Express that the best way to do it is to open a window.
It’s best and easiest to do this in the summer months
One of the tricks to keep bacteria and even dust away is to open the window, air it out, and then make the bed. Before or after opening your window, roll down your sheets and quilt and let the fresh air flow over them for at least 10 minutes. Airing out the room as soon as we wake up is very useful for eliminating bad odors and letting fresh air in through the window. If you’re not doing this every day, consider doing it occasionally, especially when you’ve been sweaty during the night. It’s best and easiest to do this in the summer months, although it’s also necessary in winter, and airing it out, even if it’s cold, is always a good option.
As we mentioned before, making the bed as soon as we get up may not be the best option. Studies confirm that making the bed as soon as we get up can have negative effects on our health, and that’s why it and the space in which it’s located should be aired out. Airing out rooms, where we spend many hours, can be beneficial for our health and prevent respiratory or allergic illnesses. The fresh air will help absorb moisture that can cause bacterial growth and lead to mold and odors.
Airing is also a useful technique for quilts and blankets instead of a full wash and dry
It’s important to air out bedrooms for the reasons mentioned above, but also to keep them cool and comfortable. During the day, the bed accumulates body heat and sweat, which can create a humid and unpleasant sleeping environment. Airing is also a useful technique for quilts and blankets instead of a full wash and dry; it’s popular in Scandinavian countries to do this weekly regardless of whether the weather is warm or cold.
By airing out your bed, you allow fresh air to enter and renew the indoor air, which helps maintain temperature and humidity at healthy levels. This, in turn, contributes to a more comfortable sleeping environment. Let’s remember that sleep is one of the most underrated common activities. For balanced health, it’s essential to get a healthy amount of sleep. Experts recommend 7-8 hours of sleep.
If you suffer from allergies or respiratory problems, mites can cause serious health problems
Getting quality sleep is very difficult these days, especially due to the visual noise created by screens. Many people go to sleep watching TikTok videos, scrolling through Instagram, or binge-watching Netflix series on their phones or tablets. These small screens are very close to our eyes. These lights not only affect our vision but also directly affect the signals our brain receives. It’s time to sleep, but we need to stay active. So yes, airing out the room to reduce humidity and unpleasant odors and help us sleep better helps us lead a healthier life.
For allergy sufferers, sleeping in stuffy spaces where the air isn’t fresh is also not recommended. Airing is important to keep the bed free of mites and other allergens. These tiny creatures thrive in warm, humid environments. And as we mentioned, if we suffer from allergies or respiratory problems, mites can cause serious health problems, including symptoms of nasal congestion, hay fever, and difficulty breathing, especially if you suffer from conditions like asthma.
