When should I replace my wheatbag?

We all love our wheatbag, this is a given fact, however the question I have been asked numerous times over the last week or two is "When should I replace my wheatbag?"

Well here are some of the most common tips i can give you to determine when it is time to replace your best mate.

✖️Your wheatbag smells horrible, like burnt popcorn (yuk) - The reason it smells burnt is that the little wheat grains have burnt due to dehydration.

✖️The heat isn't lasting that long - Again this is to do with the dehydration of the wheat. It is no longer in its optimal condition and needs to be replaced.

✖️If there is discoloration or burn marks - This brings a risk of a fire but also burns to yourself (ouch). It is imperative that you replace your wheatbag immediately if this occurs.

✖️The Integrity of the material in no longer intact - This brings a risk of burns to yourself. It is imperative that you replace your wheatbag immediately if this occurs.

✖️There is dirt, food or other items on the material - This is not hygienic but also brings a risk of fire when you pop the item in the microwave.

I think this is the MOST important tip of them all........ 

You are ready for a brand new pattern, because a brand new pattern can brighten any day.


So the bottom line is wheatbags are not made to last forever unfortunately, it will need to be replaced at some stage. The greater the care you provider to it the longer it will last.

I hope my little tips answered some of your questions, if not please feel free to comment below and I will answer them for you.

Have a great day

Bec xx 

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