The topic of old pillows came upon the weekend when I was cleaning up my boat for the summer fun ahead. I had my bed pillows in a bag that I left on the boat over the winter. They got damage so I toss them out. This was when the subject came up in a conversation how long should you keep your pillows. I did a little research and came up with some interesting answers I hope for you.

Think about how many times over the years you replaced your mattress, your comforters and sheets. Now think about your pillow, did you have it when you were in college or living at home. You feel it is so comfortable but you take note that you are not sleeping as well as you should be look under your head pillows wear out.

Shopping for a pillow look for a down pillow that’s hypoallergenic, supportive and lightweight made of high quality cotton pillow case or cover.

Pillow Cleaning 

You’re tired and you go to bed but you can’t sleep. Do you ever wonder what is keeping you a wake? It could be the mites or allergens in your bed pillow.  We launder our down comforter’s pillowcases and sheets on a regular base, but we need to clean our pillows at least every six months. Otherwise you could be sharing your bed and pillow with some unwanted guest like: Dust mites, Fleas, Ticks, Dead skin, Mildew, and Mold.

To get rid of these unwanted guest you can machine wash or hand wash you pillows or better yet get them dry cleaned. Pillows with materials like wool or foam need special care. Wool pillows can only be dry clean and foam pillows should be hand washed.

 Taking care of your pillow in the same way we take care of your bedding is a good habit to get into. So if you can’t recall how long it’s been since you bought yourself a new pillow maybe it’s time to throw out the old and but a new pillow. They say a good night sleep starts at the head, so taking care of your pillow you will see a difference.