Man says he only washes his sheets TWICE a year: 'It's a waste of money'
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To combat the skyrocketing living costs these days (a subject that you may have grown tired of hearing us yap about), one man has a rather unusual solution.
Jax Phillips from Plymouth says that he washes his sheets anywhere from nine to twelve months apart at the most, and he believes that no one but him would notice the difference anyway.
'I'm a Mr Hinch type of bloke,' said the 29-year-old engineer. 'I enjoy cleaning, and I do all the vacuuming and washing up. In my house, everything has its place.'
'But when it comes to sheets, I only wash them every six to twelve months or if I spill coffee or tea on them.'
Jax Phillips doesn't see why he should wash his sheets often. Credit: news.com.au.
And if any of you folks are wondering, Phillips clarified that his sheets 'don't smell'.
'I shower nightly and wear clean pyjamas. I pull back the duvet every day before making it to air it out. And if it's sunny, I'll pop them on the line outside to air then. I believe it's the same as a wash,' he explained further.
'I call it "the shake and remake method", or if they get an airing, the "shake, bake, and remake method",' the man added, claiming that the sunshine cleans away the bacteria, which removes the need for machine washing.
'It's a waste of money otherwise. It's all free, and with the rising cost of living, it means I am saving money on water and electricity (here in Australia, it's roughly around $50 to $70 per year based on the size and type of your washing machine). Plus having to dry sheets in the dryer is a nightmare and expensive.'
'I tend to wash them when it's sunny, so once or twice a year.'
But not all of us are like Phillips, who can bear having to sleep on unwashed sheets for several months without suffering the consequences.
Generally speaking, most of us here sleep on our beds for eight hours each night. That's a lot of time for our bodies to get the rest they need, but it's also a lot of time for dirt, sweat, oil, and other gross things to build up on our sheets and bedding.
In fact, according to some studies, the average person sweats about 98 litres of water per year while sleeping, most of which is absorbed by their sheets. (Gross…)
After just one night of sleep, your bed sheets can be full of dead skin, bacteria, fungus, and mites. Credit: Plymouth Herald.
That is the reason why most cleaning experts often recommend that people wash and replace their bed sheets every two to three weeks – the more often, the better!
Dirty sheets, if not cleaned regularly, can contribute to allergies, skin breakouts, asthma, and other health issues. The cleanliness of your sleeping space directly impacts the quality of your health and rest.
According to Shannon Lush, a cleaning guru, you still have to wash your sheets weekly even if you shower daily. It's different when it comes to pillowcases, though. According to her, we should swap them out as frequently as every other day.
'It's against your face, and your hair holds more dirt than anywhere else on the body. It's like a mop,' she explained.
Not many people are aware of how quickly skin cells and other nasties accumulate in a bed, according to Ms Lush, who advises washing the doona and pillows once a month.
'Most people don't wash their pillows enough, and it's really vile,' she said.
'It collects old skin cells, which we shed, especially when we are asleep. The pillow is a major cause of blackheads.'
'Human skin is protein, and lots of nasties live in protein. If you don't use protectors, that will go onto the bedding. And you wouldn't leave a steak in the middle of the bed, would you?'
So there you have it, folks! If it has been a while since you washed and replaced your bed sheets and pillowcases, take this as a sign to do this as soon as you can!
And of course, aside from the bed, it's also important to make sure that the rest of our bedroom is clean and organised. Take a look at the video below for some helpful tips and guides!
Credit: Clean My Space.
Jax Phillips from Plymouth says that he washes his sheets anywhere from nine to twelve months apart at the most, and he believes that no one but him would notice the difference anyway.
'I'm a Mr Hinch type of bloke,' said the 29-year-old engineer. 'I enjoy cleaning, and I do all the vacuuming and washing up. In my house, everything has its place.'
'But when it comes to sheets, I only wash them every six to twelve months or if I spill coffee or tea on them.'
Jax Phillips doesn't see why he should wash his sheets often. Credit: news.com.au.
And if any of you folks are wondering, Phillips clarified that his sheets 'don't smell'.
'I shower nightly and wear clean pyjamas. I pull back the duvet every day before making it to air it out. And if it's sunny, I'll pop them on the line outside to air then. I believe it's the same as a wash,' he explained further.
'I call it "the shake and remake method", or if they get an airing, the "shake, bake, and remake method",' the man added, claiming that the sunshine cleans away the bacteria, which removes the need for machine washing.
'It's a waste of money otherwise. It's all free, and with the rising cost of living, it means I am saving money on water and electricity (here in Australia, it's roughly around $50 to $70 per year based on the size and type of your washing machine). Plus having to dry sheets in the dryer is a nightmare and expensive.'
'I tend to wash them when it's sunny, so once or twice a year.'
But not all of us are like Phillips, who can bear having to sleep on unwashed sheets for several months without suffering the consequences.
Generally speaking, most of us here sleep on our beds for eight hours each night. That's a lot of time for our bodies to get the rest they need, but it's also a lot of time for dirt, sweat, oil, and other gross things to build up on our sheets and bedding.
In fact, according to some studies, the average person sweats about 98 litres of water per year while sleeping, most of which is absorbed by their sheets. (Gross…)
After just one night of sleep, your bed sheets can be full of dead skin, bacteria, fungus, and mites. Credit: Plymouth Herald.
That is the reason why most cleaning experts often recommend that people wash and replace their bed sheets every two to three weeks – the more often, the better!
Dirty sheets, if not cleaned regularly, can contribute to allergies, skin breakouts, asthma, and other health issues. The cleanliness of your sleeping space directly impacts the quality of your health and rest.
According to Shannon Lush, a cleaning guru, you still have to wash your sheets weekly even if you shower daily. It's different when it comes to pillowcases, though. According to her, we should swap them out as frequently as every other day.
'It's against your face, and your hair holds more dirt than anywhere else on the body. It's like a mop,' she explained.
Not many people are aware of how quickly skin cells and other nasties accumulate in a bed, according to Ms Lush, who advises washing the doona and pillows once a month.
'Most people don't wash their pillows enough, and it's really vile,' she said.
'It collects old skin cells, which we shed, especially when we are asleep. The pillow is a major cause of blackheads.'
'Human skin is protein, and lots of nasties live in protein. If you don't use protectors, that will go onto the bedding. And you wouldn't leave a steak in the middle of the bed, would you?'
So there you have it, folks! If it has been a while since you washed and replaced your bed sheets and pillowcases, take this as a sign to do this as soon as you can!
And of course, aside from the bed, it's also important to make sure that the rest of our bedroom is clean and organised. Take a look at the video below for some helpful tips and guides!
Credit: Clean My Space.
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