Ben L.

Ben brings drama to dust mites. Half entomologist, half horror storyteller, he spins creepy tales of what lurks beneath your sheets. Think of him as the Sherlock Holmes of unwashed mattresses. “If it crawls, Ben calls it out.”

Do You Smell That? Why Some Homes Have That ‘Old People’ Scent?

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That signature “old house” smell isn’t nostalgia — it’s bacteria, mildew, and trapped VOCs. Here’s why it lingers (and how to banish it without resorting to scented sprays).

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Your Mattress Is a Bug Buffet

Articles / Ben L.

Even the cleanest-looking mattress — fresh sheets, Febreze spritz, and all — can play host to **millions of tiny squatters**. And while they don’t pay rent, they **definitely leave a mess**.

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