Tips for Pillow Care
April 20, 2008 by Maricar
Filed under Bedroom, General Housekeeping and Homemaking
The wonderful response to my pillow giveaway made me think even more about pillows. Here are some information and tips for taking care of pillows to help us get a good night’s sleep:
* Fluff pillows regularly to help them maintain their shape.
* In addition to pillow cases, use zippered pillow protectors to reduce allergies and help protect the pillow. Place the zippered end into the pillowcase first. Wash pillow protectors once a month.
* Most pillows can be washed in the washing machine. Read the care label for manufacturer’s instructions. Clean pillows every 3-6 months.
* Every time you purchase a pillow, use a Sharpie pen to write the month and year of purchase on the label.
* Depending on its quality and amount of use, a pillow’s life can be anywhere from 2 to 20 years (source). However, the older a pillow gets, the more allergens it contains. For a two-year old pillow, as much as 10% of the weight could be dead mites and their droppings (source).
* A good rule is to replace a pillow that is flat, badly stained, or can’t be fluffed. Otherwise, replace pillows every 3-5 years.
via Martha Stewart; Land’s End
Good tips! Especially, the one about writing with a Sharpie the purchase date of the pillow.