Last Updated on January 31, 2021
3. Pillows
Did you know that a pillow has a lifetime of two years max? After that or even before, your soft clean pillow will slowly become the house of dead skin and many dust mites (alive and dead). Doesn’t sound too good, right? If you’ve had your pillow for more than three years, then it’s one of the things you should throw away right now to avoid a possible skin rash or some allergies. If you don’t wash your pillow at all, then we advise you to either wash it twice a year or get a new one after six months. Because they’re not a cheap item, we strongly suggest you to start throwing them into the washing machine every once in a while.
4. Mattress
Since we’re talking about bed wear, have you ever wondered when you should buy a new mattress? Many stores will tell you their mattress lasts a lifetime; the truth is, they won’t. The only reason why they say it is because they want to sell. So how to know when to substitute your old mattress? Mattresses last around eight years. But what will tell you when it’s time to buy a new mattress is not only how they look (spots, dirty, yellow) but mostly how they feel. If you don’t have a comfortable mattress, you won’t rest or sleep properly. People who suffer from allergies might not stop sneezing because allergens and dust mites tend to accumulate on the mattress. And of course, quality usually means more money, but it also means you made a good investment that will end up saving you money in the long run.
5. Water filter
Nowadays, everyone has a refrigerator with a water filter. It’s not as expensive as it was in the past, and of course, everyone wants to drink cold, pure water, so why not spend a few extra bucks on it? The problem is, most people forget to replace the water filter. And even though you might not taste anything different, that doesn’t mean the water is clean. It’s recommended to replace your water filter every six months, but you should check your refrigerator’s model and read the guidelines. Since you have a refrigerator with a built-in water filter, it’s probably a good idea to take advantage out of it, correct?
