How to Care for Bed Pillows

Many people tend to be very particular about their bed pillows. When they find one they love, proper care can make it last longer. Whether you prefer down, feather or fiberfill pillows, these suggestions help you care for your bed pillows and extend their usefulness.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

1. Remove the tags from new pillows. Staple each tag to an index card to keep a record of laundry instructions, fabric content and other important information.
2. Protect pillows from stains by encasing them in machine washable, zippered pillow protectors. Launder the pillow protectors once a month.
3. Fluff pillow daily when making the bed. Give the pillow a good shake to break up and redistribute filling.
4. Wash most down and feather pillows per the manufacturer's label. Launder bed pillows every three to six months to remove mold, bacteria and odors. Machine wash on the gentle cycle and use the "extra rinse" option if available.
5. Machine dry down and feather pillows. Dry pillows with an clean gym shoe in a mesh bag to prevent the pillow's fill from clumping.
6. Spot clean bed pillows that are not machine washable. Clean the cover with water and a little mild dishwashing liquid taking care not to dampen the fill. Dry in the sun at least twice a year.
7. Replace a pillow that is stained, flat or lifeless, or one that cannot be fluffed up. Choose a new pillow that retains its shape while providing proper support.

Tips & Warnings

• Down, feather and silk pillows may not be the best for children's beds. Down and feather pillows may aggravate allergic conditions.

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