The goal of fluffing your pillows daily is to maintain its form, loft, and resiliency. This also allows the air to circulate on your pillows so they won’t get deflated. A deflated pillow is a sign that you need to buy new ones. Why spend money to buy a new pillow when you can take care of what your old ones?
#2 Air Out Your Pillow Under the Sun
Another tip in taking care of your pillow is to air them out at least once a month under the sun. Leaving out your pillows under the sun for 3-4 hours once in a while helps in maintaining its fluffiness, dry out any moisture, eliminate the odors, and prevent allergen build-up. The ultraviolet rays from the sunlight can kill the germs and dust mites on your pillow. Plus, you get to enjoy that fresh and crisp scent as you sleep at night.
#3 Follow The Wash Instructions
Before washing your pillow, check the attached tag to see if it’s washable or not. Not all pillows can be thrown into the washing machine, and you should take note of this. Pillows made from silk and wool can’t be washed in the machine. In contrast, pillows made from synthetic and natural fibers can be washed in the machine at least twice a year.
Always follow the wash instructions, including the water temperature, rinse, drying, and type of detergent to use. Always consider the type of material of your pillow before washing it. Instead of keeping your pillows brand new, you might end up ruining them if you don’t follow the laundry instructions.
#4 Protect Your Pillows with a Pillow Pad
To add extra protection to your pillow, use a pillow pad between your pillow and pillowcase. The purpose of using a pillow pad is to for an added layer of protection against mites, moisture, molds, mildew, and the spread of bed bugs. You should also change your pillow pads frequently along with changing your pillowcase and wash them properly too. If you want, you can use Xtreme Comfort Microfiber Pillowcase for extra protection against wrinkles, stains, and dust mites.
#5 Do Not Go to Sleep With a Wet Hair
Not only will you develop a fungal infection on your scalp when you go to sleep with wet hair, but you may also ruin your pillow. A wet pillow and pillowcase is the favorite breeding ground of fungus and molds. In general, a wet pillow is something you want to avoid.
The Bottom Line
It is essential that you know how to take care of your pillows, but it’s also important to invest in premium quality ones. There are plenty of choices in Xtreme Comforts that will last for a long time with your tender loving care.
