Clean Your Pillow Filling

Why You Should Clean Your Pillow Filling

Even if your pillow looks fine on the outside, its filling can harbor:

• Dust mites
• Sweat and body oils
• Dead skin cells
• Allergens

Regularly cleaning your pillow filling can improve sleep quality, reduce allergy triggers, and extend the life of your pillow.

Step 1: Identify Your Pillow Type

Different pillow fillings require different care:

• Down or feather pillows: Gentle cleaning is needed to avoid clumping.
• Memory foam: Usually cannot be submerged in water; use spot cleaning or baking soda.
• Polyester or synthetic fill: Can typically be washed more aggressively in a washing machine.

Step 2: Washing Your Pillow Filling

For machine-washable fillings (synthetic or down/feather):

1. Remove the pillowcase and any protectors.
2. Use a gentle cycle with warm water and mild detergent.
3. Add an extra rinse cycle to remove all soap residue.
4. Dry completely—preferably in a dryer with tennis balls or dryer balls to keep the filling fluffy.

For memory foam or non-machine washable pillows:

1. Spot clean with a mixture of mild detergent and water.
2. Sprinkle baking soda over the pillow to absorb odors. Let it sit for 30 minutes.
3. Vacuum or shake off the baking soda.
4. Allow to air dry completely in a ventilated area.

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