I might be old fashioned but to keep my pillows clean, I use a pillow protector and then at least two old, perhaps non matching pillow cases most of us have in the linen closet and then I put on the pillow case that's used for the week. When I do a wash, I usually remove all three pillow covers, especially from hubbies pillow, as he tends to sleep deep into his pillow and hence there can sometimes be superficial stains or stale smells that don't permeate through to the pillow protector. I am quite fussy and still iron my pillow cases but it's certainly not necessary for these extra covers as their sole purpose is to protect the pillow. I have seen some horendous yellow stained pillows that are still being used and have ended up like this because they are not protected from normal every day use. As for how often I replace my pillows, if they do eventually have any type of stains regardless of how long I've had them, then I will purchase a new one but it could be longer than 2 years as I feel my pillows are clean. My pillow is also a very expensive type being a chiropractic pillow with neck supports, so I do all I can to protect it and keep it as long as possible. My theory is, if the pillow has no smell or visible stains, no need to replace it unless you want to.

Gioenne, what's your sudden interest in the Houzzers hygiene habits?? Sheets, toothbrushes, kitchen sponges. What's next? Knickers. Frequently - for my toothbrush.

Further to some previous comments I’ve made over the past few years on various subject matters ; anyone that would like some further detailed information on the subject on sun control window insulation films as an option to consider for improving both heat loss and heat gains through windows ( also referred too as window tinting and / or glass tinting ) , including glass security /glare control / fade protection and decorative glass treatments etc can check out some articles I had printed in the “ The Owner Builder “ magazine no’s 180 & 181 ( Dec-Feb 2013-2914 editions ) It may help those understand a little better the product for those having various issues, such as this present subject matter on cooling methods , in this comment section . As others have mentioned, one product may not solve all their particular problem/s and quite often more than one product / solution may often be required to obtain a better outcome . I’ve found a lot of problems start initially with overall buildings design , orientation and the amount of glass / windows used and their sizes /design and type / amount of insulation used overall . Having been in the window tinting industry for about 38 years now and covering both domestic and commercial buildings , I’ve noticed how the weather patterns changed to an extent that the solutions/ products that may have been available / used some 30 odd years ago ; now have new and updated products / solutions on offer . One can email me for further advice to clarify some issues . Although I’m a Tasmanian based business, I’ve lived and worked all around Australia and spent over 5-1/2 years in north Qld so do have some experience living in different climates .

Just do your research and you would find extendable hoses. So it depends how long your electrical lead is. https://www.mitre10.com.au/boston-expandable-washing-machine-&-dishwasher-drain-hose