HOW TO WASH PILLOWS AT HOME?

 HOW TO WASH PILLOWS AT HOME?

If you begin to realize that your pillows, due to their daily use, turn yellow, accumulate dirt and even odors, you should follow our advice on how to wash pillows to keep them always clean. It will also be a good opportunity to eliminate mites and bacteria that accumulate with daily use and are so harmful for those with more allergies in the home.

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Wash your pillows so they are like new

When we have to wash pillows, there are two basic parts to consider: the cover and the filling. The cover is very easy to wash: in the washing machine with Norit Daily for All Clothes. The filling part is perhaps the most laborious when it comes to washing.

We recommend washing your pillows at least three times a year. It is important to read the manufacturer's label beforehand and follow what it indicates to prevent them from deforming or losing any of their properties. Make sure, also, that they do not have any rips or unstitches, to prevent it from getting bigger or losing its filling during washing.

How to wash pillows in the washing machine
There are many types of materials that are used to make and make pillows; from a natural filling, through viscose, and synthetic. That is why if you want to know if you can wash the pillow in the washing machine, you must first see what type it is and what material it is made of, so as not to damage or deform it.

How to wash pillows and what types can we find

Following the washing instructions indicated by the manufacturer will guarantee a good result without damaging the fabrics and materials. We summarize the different methods depending on the type of pillow:

How to wash a feather pillow?

It is very common to find feather pillows in homes. These types of pillows can be washed comfortably in the washing machine. Do you know how to wash a feather pillow and that the wash is perfect?

• It is advisable to introduce 3 or 4 tennis balls wrapped in socks . The movement of these inside the washing machine will help the feathers not to get caked during the wash.
• Select a delicate program, dose 1 cap of Norit Maquina into the detergent drawer and always use cold water to wash.
• To dry the feather pillows, it is preferable to do it in the open air, on a flat surface, from time to time, you have to remove the feathers from the pillow so that they are more dispersed and prevent them from compacting between them. It is also advisable to avoid drying them in the dryer.

How to wash a synthetic fill pillow

Synthetic filling is another type of material that pillows are made from. These are more rigid and provide a more stable position for the cervical area at rest.

• They can be washed by hand or machine, of course, taking into account the type of soap, water temperature and program (in case of washing them in the washing machine) that should be used for this type of pillow.
• If you do it by hand, remember to use a delicate detergent like Norit a Mano and in cold water.
• If you choose to machine wash them, remember to do it at a low temperature (maximum 30ºC) and program a gentle cycle. Use Norit Machine to keep its shape and take care of the fibers.
• They must be dried on a flat surface, so that they do not deform and shake them to ensure that the drying is complete.
• Another option for drying is to use the dryer, always selecting a low temperature program.

How to wash latex pillows

Latex pillows are others that you can find in the market. Thanks to the material, it is firm and adapts completely to the body. But… How should the pillows be washed?

• It is advisable to wash them by hand, in a container with cold water.
• A soap for hand washing such as Norit Mano should also be used .
• Once the pillow is submerged in the water, it must be washed but not rubbed so as not to damage or deteriorate the material.
• Prolonged soaks are not recommended, but they must be rinsed with plenty of cold water to remove all traces of soap.
• To dry them, they must be placed outdoors and in a horizontal position. It is preferable to place them in a place where there is shade and avoid exposing them to the sun.

How to wash memory foam pillows

We can also find memory foam pillows, which are made of memory foam material. This material is the latest technology, being sensitive to weight, temperature and other characteristics of the body in order to provide the necessary comfort at the time of rest and promote a deep sleep for those who use them.

If you have one of these pillows in your home, we recommend washing them very carefully by hand with Norit Mano , since it is easy for them to lose their properties with washing.

However, before proceeding with the wash, we recommend that you read the label carefully, since many manufacturers recommend not washing memory foam pillows or doing it in the dry cleaner.

How to wash yellowish pillowcases

As we have said, washing the covers is very simple. But sometimes, we find that we must wash yellowish pillowcases. Here the procedure to follow is different from the conventional one.

It is common that, as a result of the sweating that we give off when we are sleeping, the pillows turn yellow. Follow these simple steps to learn how to wash yellowed pillowcases to their original white :

• Before you begin, check the pillowcases to make sure there are no stains, such as blood or makeup. If there are any, make sure you know how to remove blood stains and do it before putting the cover on to wash. Otherwise, you run the risk of it becoming more attached to the tissue.
• Pillowcases are usually made of cotton, but there are also silk and other materials: check the washing label to see its composition and to know how to wash yellowish pillowcases.
• Once you have made sure they are machine washable, put the pillows in the drum.
• Open the box and add Norit Diario Toda la Ropa , which takes care of the fibers and brings light to the clothes.
• Add Nuclear White Envelopes to restore white to pillowcases. If you wonder how much you should put to whiten yellowish clothes , the answer is depending on the degree of yellowing: if it is very light, we advise you to put an envelope; if it is more severe, four.
• Select a long program at the maximum temperature that the garments allow
• After the cycle, let them dry in the sun.

Therefore, washing the pillows cannot be understood as a standard process, since the material with which they are made is decisive for obtaining good results.