The frequency of changing your duvets and pillows depends on the specific item, filling and its aged condition. Here's a general guideline of what we think you can do.

Mattresses: It is recommended to replace your mattress after about 8 years. However, signs such as springs digging into your body, a dip in the centre, ripped fabric, mildew, unpleasant smell, increased allergies or aches and pains are indications that it's time for a new mattress.

Duvets: With proper care, a duvet can last anywhere from 3 to 10 years. Signs that it's time to replace your duvet include a stiff or lumpy fill, ripped or stained casing, an unfixable smell, or if you notice that other duvets are more comfortable.

Pillows: Experts suggest replacing pillows every 2 to 5 years. Over time, pillows accumulate moisture, oils, and allergens, making them a breeding ground for bacteria. Replacing pillows regularly ensures better sleep and reduces health risks.

Fitted sheets: Fitted Bed sheets can be used for longer periods, especially if they are regularly laundered and well cared for. While some people replace them every 1 to 2 years, there's no need to do so unless they are thinning or have stubborn stains.

To make your bedding last longer, consider the following tips: 

1: Use a good quality duvet, pillow and mattress protectors to keep them fresher and cleaner. 

2: Air your bed regularly to allow moisture to evaporate and keep it clean and fresh.

3: Rotate and turn your mattress to distribute fillings evenly and use both sides. •Launder your bedding when necessary, using the right detergents and following care instructions. 

4: Avoid using fabric bleach, especially for bedding made of hemp, linen, wool or silk. 

By following these guidelines and taking proper care of your bedding, you can extend their lifespan and enjoy a comfortable and healthy sleep environment.

How do I properly clean a duvet? 

Duvets should be regularly washed, with most bedding retailers recommending laundering every few months, or at least twice a year. Duvets should be washed in a regular washing machine, not dry cleaned, although you may need to do this at a launderette if your own washing machine isn’t big enough. 

Every year we shed approximately a pound (454g) of skin cells into our beds, and every night we lose around half a pint of moisture while sleeping. Along with skin oils, much of this is transferred onto our duvets. After a while it becomes difficult to remove and our duvets start to look less than fresh, and at that stage, it’s almost certainly time for an upgrade. 

Dust mites and the allergens they leave behind in their droppings can also be an issue if duvets are not regularly washed. Dust mites eat skin cells shed by people and they thrive in warm, humid environments like beds. They can cause symptoms similar to hay fever such as sneezing and runny noses. 

Many people with dust mite allergies also experience signs of asthma such as difficulty breathing and wheezing. If you are noticing any of these signs, replacing your duvet (and other bedding items) with hypoallergenic items may help.