How to Buy Feather Pillows
Feather pillows come in a variety of weights, textures and fills. A good-quality feather pillow needs to be replaced less often; you won't have to worry about small feathers that poke through the ticking after a little use. When you buy a feather pillow, keep in mind that the cost of the pillow is probably directly related to its lifespan. The more expensive the pillow, the longer its usable life. Does this Spark an idea?
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Look at fill type when you are shopping for a feather pillow. Pillows comprised of mostly down, rather than feathers, will be less weighty, easier to fluff and will last longer. Most pillows contain a combination of both feathers and goose down.
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Note the fill power, which is the amount of feathers and/or down per 1 cubic inch. The greater the fill, the higher the quality of the feather pillow. Pillows with a fill power of between 600 to 800 have larger clusters of down, yielding better loft, better insulation and more comfort.
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Notice how you sleep before you buy your new feather pillows. A soft feather pillow is best if you sleep on your stomach, and a pillow with medium firmness is best for back sleepers. Those who sleep on their sides may choose between a medium and a firm feather pillow.
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Choose a feather pillow with a high thread count (the number of cotton yarns woven together to make 1 square inch of fabric). Tightly woven ticking makes your pillow more durable, and feathers are less likely to poke through the small gaps in the weave.
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Buy feather pillows suited to the size of your bed. Generally, a double (full) bed accommodates two standard-sized pillows, while queen- and king-sized beds fit two queen- and king-sized feather pillows, respectively.
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Tips & Warnings
Make feather pillows even more comfortable by selecting a pillowcase made of quality fabric. A high thread-count cotton pillow case or one made of Egyptian or Supima cotton will feel smooth under your cheek at night.
A common misconception about feather pillows is that fill power is related to the pillow's firmness.
