3. Prepare the Washing Machine:
Place your dirty bed pillows in the washing machine. Depending on your machine’s size and the number of pillows, you may need to wash them in batches.
4. Add Detergent and Baking Soda:
Add a small amount of mild laundry detergent to the washing machine. To boost the cleaning power and freshness, sprinkle in a 1/2 cup of baking soda. Baking soda helps eliminate odors and brightens whites.
5. Set the Machine:
Select a gentle cycle with warm water. The warm water helps break down oils and dirt. Allow the washing machine to fill and agitate for a few minutes to distribute the detergent and baking soda.
6. Soak and Agitate:
Pause the cycle after a few minutes to allow the pillows to soak in the soapy water. Then, resume the cycle and let it run through its wash and rinse cycles.
7. Add White Vinegar:
For the rinse cycle, add white vinegar instead of fabric softener. White vinegar helps remove any remaining detergent residue and leaves your pillows smelling fresh. You can use about 1/2 cup of white vinegar.
8. Rinse Thoroughly:
Ensure your pillows are thoroughly rinsed. You may need to run an additional rinse cycle to make sure all the detergent and vinegar are removed.
9. Dry Carefully:
