I am allergic to dust mites which would include bedbugs so need to know whether lower temperature would work. 40 degrees is recommended, seems low to me.
2007-07-27 03:24:04 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Allergies
But why not wash the sheets at a higher temperature unless they are non-cotton? and if you must use low temperature, may be you should add some disinfectant to the wash load.
2007-07-27 03:28:51 · answer #1 · answered by Swamy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
40 degree's should be plenty.
Tips for Success
- Keep house well ventilated, cooler and dry.
- Where possible, remove all carpets and replace them with tile or wood floors.
- Curtains, pelmets and venetian blinds are dust magnets. Replace with roller blinds or washable curtains.
- Mattresses, duvets and pillows should be covered with dust mite proof covers.
- Wash all items possible, including soft toys. Toys that cannot be washed should be put in the freezer once a month for 24 hours in a plastic bag.
- Damp dust picture frames, shelves, house plants regularly.
- Regularly vacuum the house including all soft furnishings, with a HEPA vacuum or central vacuum system.
- Up to 50% of all household dust can be found on shelves. Replace with glass display cases, boxes and cupboards.
- Shower and shampoo before bedtime to wash off shedded skin and dandruff.
- Liquid nitrogen can be applied to mattresses and upholstered furniture by a specialist. The dead mites and their droppings must be removed by vacuuming.
2007-07-27 10:38:40 · answer #2 · answered by country jenny 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I always wash my sheets at 60 degrees. This makes sure all the bugs are killed. It is also a good thing to wash tea towels and bath towels at this temp to make sure all the nasties are got rid off.
2007-07-27 15:13:29 · answer #3 · answered by Ria 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Putting your sheets in the freezer overnight after you've washed and dried them will make sure all the mites are mighty dead.
2007-07-27 11:12:05 · answer #4 · answered by upholstery_obsession 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are suppose to wash your sheets in the hottest temp. your machine has once a week.
I also recommend fabreze allergen on your mattress.
2007-07-31 02:19:47 · answer #5 · answered by queenofcups31 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need a higher temperature to kill the dust mites
2007-07-27 10:33:08 · answer #6 · answered by melly 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'd use hot water, so as to eliminate those dust mites if I was you.
2007-07-27 10:32:50 · answer #7 · answered by Shortstuff13 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no you need a 60 wash or it your sheets are white cotton then you can boil wash, the hotter the better,
2007-07-29 18:29:37 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They say that 40c is enough to get rid of the blighters, but I always do my on 60 just to be sure.
2007-07-27 10:35:28 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as you wash them in warm water at least that is good enough.
2007-07-27 10:29:42 · answer #10 · answered by ER Doctor 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋