July 2022 - Killarney Innovation

The best groundwork is crucial

Different kinds of mattresses need different kinds of foundations to support them properly. Innerspring mattresses, for example, can work well with a box spring season, which adds height to the bed, keeps your mattress in place, and improves airflow. Recollection foam mattresses, on the other hand, tend to work well with a slatted platform bed, as long as the slats are no more than 3 inches apart from each other. Hybrid mattresses also work well on platform bed frames with wooden panels or closely spaced panels. If you have joint pain, back pain, flexibility issues, acid reflux disease, or if you snore, an adjustable bottom bed frame could help relieve some of your symptoms. Just make sure that the bedding you choose will work with an adjustable foundation for your bed.

Choose your bed guard carefully

One of the most important tips for taking care of a mattress is to find the right mattress guard, which can help a lot with taking care of your bed mattress. Even so, you will want to choose a bedding guard based on your needs. If you’re mostly worried about fluids and stains, for example, a water-proof bed guard can give you some peace of mind and protect your bedding from unsightly stains and mildew. Dustmites and pet dander can also easily gather in your bed, so if you have severe allergies, you should definitely think about getting a bed mattress guard with allergen protection. Bedding protectors can also add comfort by giving you more padding and help you keep the right temperature. This is especially helpful for people who have a storage foam bed that tends to get hot.

Rinse Your Home bedding On a regular basis

Cleaning your bedsheets might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think about how to take care of your bedding, but it will have a big impact on how long your bed lasts. Most of the time, you should wash your sheets and pillowcases once a week to keep them from spreading bad bacteria and smells to your bed mattress. We also recommend washing your sheets with boiling water to get rid of germs and dust mites that may have gathered there. According to the manufacturer’s directions, you should also rinse your bedding guard every sixty days. As long as you put a sheet between you and your duvet or comforter, you can probably get away with washing them every other month.

Spin or change your bed mattress often.

Another important tip for taking care of your bedding is to rotate or flip it often to help spread the wear and tear that comes from sleeping in the same place every night. Before, flipping your bed mattress was a common thing to do. However, most modern mattresses are made to have only one side, so they need to be rotated instead. Newer innerspring, hybrid, memory foam, and pillowtop mattresses should all be turned once or twice a year. Even so, some bed mattresses are not made to be rotated, so make sure you read the manufacturer’s instructions.

Atmosphere Out Your Mattress Frequently

One of the easiest ways to take care of a mattress is to let it air out regularly. When you clean the bedsheets or leave town for a while, take off the bed mattress guard, open the window shades, and let the bed air out. This will not only stop any smells, but the UV rays from the sun can also kill microorganisms and dust mites.

Completely clean your bed. Regularly

As well as regularly cleaning your bedsheets and mattress protector, vacuuming your mattress with the upholstery bond every month or two can help get rid of dust, dust mites, and other contaminants. In fact, our cleaning manual has instructions on how to clean your bedding so that it will last for years to come.

Move your bed mattress carefully

Many bed mattresses get damaged when people move to a new house or condo. This is why moving your mattress carefully is one of the most important tips for taking care of your bed. Before you move your bed, put it in a plastic bed mattress travel bag to protect it from damage, airborne dirt and dust, dirt and grime, and possible infestations. You should also support the mattress with rope or a ratchet band so it doesn’t move around and hit other things in the moving pickup truck. No matter what you decide to do, do not bend, fold, or pull the bed mattress down to the ground.

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July 13, 2022
By Amber
Blogging

A guide to keeping your vacant property secure

Whether your property is commercial or residential, it is a highly valuable asset that requires protection.

The moment that your property becomes vacant, this becomes a more challenging task as there is no one on-site to make sure your security systems are operational at all times.

A poorly managed vacant property can swiftly turn from an asset to a nightmare, leaking money and becoming an expensive liability.

What risks are associated with vacant properties?

There are many risks associated with property ownership in general but even more so when it comes to vacant properties.

The potential for serious damage and the associated cost rise significantly if a property is left unattended so it is essential that you put measures in place to guard against disaster.

Some of the most common risks associated with vacant properties include:

Flooding – If you spot a utility leak in your own home it is an inconvenience but a quick call to your local plumber will have the issue resolved. The same leak in a vacant property, however, can quickly lead to flooding and extensive property damage.
Arson – With no-one on site to hear fire alarms, an intentional or accidental fire can quickly catch hold and devastate your property.
Fly Tipping – If you own a large area of land fly tipping can be a real issue and if there is no evidence of activity, criminals are far more likely to risk using your property for this purpose.
Burglary – The worst nightmare of any property owner, burglars are particularly keen on vacant properties due to the lower risk of being interrupted.
Squatters – Squatters are well known for targeting vacant properties and once in place they can be extremely difficult and expensive to have evicted, not to mention they may make your property the base for anti-social behaviour such as vandalism and theft.

Protecting your vacant property

By putting an effective plan in place, you will be able to effectively protect your property against all the problems mentioned above.

Some of our top tips for protecting a vacant property include:

Install security screens

An effective security system really is a must for those leaving their property empty for a prolonged period of time.

Consider adding security boards or screens over access points to prevent trespassers from gaining easy entry and ensure the exterior is well lit to highlight the precautions you have taken and increase visibility.

Timber boarding is the most effective way of doing this and is probably your best option if you are only leaving the property temporarily between tenancies but steel screens are worth the extra expense in the long-term as their increased strength offers an additional level of durability and strength.

Modern steel security screens are designed to allow ventilation whilst being extremely resistant to break-in attempts using crowbars or hacksaws.

Check-In Regularly

If possible, stop by your vacant property every so often to ensure that everything is as it should be and your security system is still operational.

If this isn’t possible, have a trusted friend, neighbour, or a trained security professional conduct inspections on a regular basis.

A vacant property inspection should include:

Checking the boundary for signs of attempted entry
Checking for storm damage
Checking all doors and windows remain locked or screens intact
Checking for seasonal issues such as frozen pipe leaks, mould growth, or leaves that have built-up within the guttering

Have your property monitored

By far the most effective way to actively protect a vacant property is to have a professional security firm monitor the site.

Manned guarding is an effective option, but expensive, and not a viable option for most for a prolonged period.

Instead, invest in a 24-hour monitored CCTV and burglar alarm system that allows security staff to monitor your site remotely from a central monitoring station and respond in real time should an incident be detected.

Should an intrusion be identified or a fire break out, the security team will immediately alert the police or fire service, ensuring a rapid and effective response to emergency situations.

Furthermore, you will be able to access the security system yourself via mobile device from anywhere in the world giving you peace of mind that everything is as it should be whilst you are away.

Both CCTV and burglar alarms also work as effective deterrents to criminals looking to avoid detection meaning that their installation could well prevent any incidents occurring in the first place.

Your insurance company may also be willing to offer a slightly lower premium with such measures in place to the lower perceived risk.

For more information on vacant property security, including our alarm monitoring services, get in touch with v-360.co.uk today and our expert team will be delighted to help.