Can Your Bed Help or Hurt Your Allergies?

One out of six people have allergies.  The spring is Prime Time for allergies in Middle Tennessee.  Your bed may be home to a vast array of bacteria, pollutants and allergens that have snuggled between the sheets and into your pillows.  Here's some tips on keeping your bed allergen free.

Replacing Down Alternative Pillows

Most of us keep our pillows longer than we need to and never wash them.  Down alternative pillows should be replaced once a year.  And to keep down the dust mites and allergens, they should be washed once a month.  Our down pillows are hypoallergenic so they don't have the same issues as the down alternative.  We recommend washing down pillow protectors weekly.

Sleeping with Pets

Did you know that half of all dogs and 62% of all cats sleep with their pet parents?  Yes, we love them.  But people who suffer from pet allergies or asthma should not sleep with their dog or cat or allow them in the bedroom.  You may need to consider a HEPA filter and give your nose a rest at night.

Windows, curtains, and blinds are the preferred hiding places for dust and mold. We recommend wiping down areas, cleaning curtains, and vacuuming your floors often. Keep your windows closed during allergy season.

Washing Your Linens

Weekly washing of linens is recommended for allergy sufferers. The best way to kill dust mites is with a hot wash.  But we worry about how to care for our linens to give them the longest life. We have all the right linen washes to help limit dust mites.  

We spend a lot of time outdoors this time of year so it's important to remember to wear a mask outside and remove your work clothes as soon as you enter the house.    Shower at night to remove allergens from your body before you go to bed.

Yes, all of our down is hypoallergenic, made from the best down available.  We have all weights of comforters and an endless selection of duvet covers that will make your bedroom feel like spring.  

Our Design Team can help you create a special new look for your home.  Designing bedrooms to match your lifestyle and comfort needs is our specialty.  Our FREE in-store design service with purchase eliminates trial and error frustration.  See, touch and compare all the colors, designs, weaves, finishes and price options.  We also have an in-home design team that includes two designers for the price of one, with double the design creativity and service. 

Would you like to work in this lovely environment with the world's best clients? Or do you know someone who would be perfect for our store?  We are hiring.  We are looking for full-time and part-time designers to join our team.  Send us your resume to bellabeds@bellalinea.com, or call us at 615-352-4041.  

Bella Linea

2133 Bandywood Drive
Nashville, TN 37215
Open Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm

615-352-4041