How often do you wash your bedding? Do you vacuum your mattress?
A Huddersfield bed firm says many people are at risk of dust mites in their homes due to poor bedroom hygiene.
A survey by Time4Sleep, based in Milnsbridge, found that 59 per cent of people don't wash their bedding once a week, as recommended to prevent dust mites which can cause allergic reactions.
In addition, 77 per cent were found to wash bedding below the recommended temperature of 60 degrees.
And 25 per cent of those surveyed said they never vacuumed their mattress — while 12 per cent had never turned theirs over.
Overall, 57 per cent of people were failing to take precautions against dust mites in their homes — despite 29 per cent of British people suffering from dust mite allergies.
Time4Sleep director Jonathan Warren said the company was shocked at the findings.
He added: "Regular vacuuming and turning of your mattress can reduce your risk, plus keeping non-essential fabrics like throws and cushions down to a minimum, as these can be home to thousands of dust mites.
"Anti-allergy mattress toppers, sheets and pillows can all help reduce the risk of dust allergies, as well as investing in a storage bed to keep clutter out of site and dust-free."
The firm has provided top tips to prevent dust mites for worried households.
