Expired Everyday Items You Should Toss Immediately (For Your Safety)

13. Sleeping Bags

Ends in: 10 to 15 years Cost on average: $20–$300* Have you ever considered how old your dependable sleeping bag is, tucked away in the closet's corner? With a shelf life of 10 to 15 years, these comfortable cocoons serve as our protectors against the cold evenings beneath the stars. The cloth may become tattered, and the insulation may wear out over time. And an antiquated sleeping bag? It resembles a blanket that has a cold.

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Sleeping Bags, ©Shutterstock/Sotnikov Misha It can last longer with proper care, such as letting it air out after every excursion and storing it uncompressed. But keep in mind that a deflated sleeping bag is equivalent to a warm hug. For those wonderful evenings spent by the campfire, keep it fresh!