So that the down pillow stays fresh and hygienic, you should wash it every now and then. So that nothing goes wrong here, there are a few things to consider.
- A down pillow also needs to be washed every now and then.
- So that it does not clump, you have to consider a few things.
- You must be particularly careful when drying down .
Down pillows are extremely popular because they are so fluffy and comfortable - a guarantee for a good night's sleep. Many pillows are filled with down and feathers *. A pillow that is filled with down doesn't make much sense - because it lacks the necessary support. That is why most feather pillows are filled 70 percent with feathers and 30 percent with down . There is also the option of an 80 percent feather and 20 percent down filling. Something else applies to the down duvet: the more down, the better.
How often should I wash my down pillow?
When washing the pillows, it usually makes no difference whether it contains more down or feathers. If down is actually included, it may make sense not to wash it too often. In general, however, the pillow should be washed more often than the duvet * because we sweat more on the head. In addition, the pressure of the head can clump the pillows faster.
While the blanket should be washed approximately every two years, an annual wash is popular for down pillows with feather content . But it shouldn't be much more often either, because the down is very sensitive. To keep them nice and fluffy, you should shake the pillow daily.
Detergent, temperature and program: How to wash your down pillow properly
Before you put the down pillow in your laundry, it is important to examine it for possible tears . If you are unlucky, it will tear open completely in the washing machine and damage the device. If there are no defects, you can get started.
A look at the wash label tells you what you need to know to wash your down pillow. If it is no longer available, you can use the following rules:
In general, a down pillow should be washed at 40 degrees . Allergy sufferers can also wash it at 60 degrees - usually the pillow can withstand this. So you are at least on the safe side when it comes to germs and mites. As far as the detergent is concerned, you should use mild detergents or special down detergents . This is because down is an animal product and therefore has its own fat content. With conventional, chemical detergents such as heavy-duty detergents or fabric softeners, the down would lose its fat content and would no longer be as fluffy and temperature-balancing.
You should put the pillow in the washing machine separately and clean it during a gentle wash. Between 600 and 800 revolutions are sufficient for spinning .
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How to dry your down pillow
You definitely need a dryer to dry down pillows . In the air, the down dries too slowly and there is a risk of residual moisture remaining in the feathers. This can lead to mold or germ formation and the pillow begins to clump. You should also not expose the down to direct sunlight, otherwise they will become brittle. The same applies to drying on the heating.
If you do not have a dryer at home, you should take the down pillow to a laundromat or a specialist shop for cleaning. Maybe friends or relatives also have a dryer that you can use.
Then you can start: Choose a medium temperature up to 40 degrees . Excessive heat can also damage the down. Let the pillow run three to four times through the drum to make sure it's really dry. To keep it nice and fluffy and voluminous, you can also add tennis balls here. Then the pillow can take up its usual place in bed again.
Why does the down pillow stink after washing?
There can be several reasons for this. Either the feather filling is of poor quality because the mixture of feathers and down does not fit or because they do not come from animal welfare. Or the drying process was too short and there is still residual moisture in the pillow. You can prevent this by dedicating enough passages in the dryer to the pillow. Shake the pillow well after each run so that there are no clumps that contain water.
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