The bedroom when you have allergies

Short answer: Wash the bedding at 60 degrees every week, keep the bedroom cool and dry, and avoid textiles that cannot be washed. Those three things do the most.

Why the bed matters most

You spend eight hours with your face against the pillow. House dust mites thrive on high humidity and body heat, and a bed provides both. That is why bedding is the first place to act.

Wash temperature and frequency

60 degrees kills mites. Once a week keeps the population down. Bedding in bamboo viscose tolerates that if the label allows it. See bamboo bedding.

The room around it

Air the room every morning, keep the temperature down and avoid rugs and curtains that cannot be washed. See bamboo sheets and bamboo pillowcases.

Frequently asked questions

Is bamboo better for allergy sufferers

The fabric itself is smooth and collects less dust, but the wash temperature matters most.

Do allergy covers help

Yes, densely woven covers on mattress and pillow reduce exposure.

Should you wash the pillow

Yes, the pillow itself should be washed or replaced according to the maker's instructions.