Washing feather pillows

Washing feather pillows is a necessary process to keep your bed clean and healthy from the possible unpleasant consequences that can arise from improper pillow care. During sleep, each person secretes a certain amount of sweat, which is absorbed into the pillow, and even replacing the pillowcase does not prevent the fluff from absorbing natural fluids.

feather pillow
Naturally filled pillows have an important feature - durability, hygroscopy, breathability, thermoregulation.

Dust mites, fungus and bacteria grow in the downy warmth. Because of this neighborhood, a lot of unpleasant waste products are released, which are mixed with dust and human excreta. Therefore, every housewife should know how to wash feather pillows.

how to wash a pillow
The question of how to wash a feather pillow at home remains the most relevant. It is necessary to regularly follow all the rules of hygiene, drying and washing.

How do I prepare my feather pillow for washing?

Today, a very large number of housewives are interested in how to properly wash feather pillows. In most cases, proper preparation and adherence to all washing steps will work equally well for all types of feathers. Washing down pillows at home includes the following preparatory steps:

  • Beat the pillow, paying special attention to the corners where the fluff accumulates.
  • Remove to fresh air (depending on the place of residence).
  • Allow the pillow to air at least overnight, or better for a day.
pillow preparation
The frequency of general cleaning of products made of natural fluff is 1-2 times a year. Frequent cleaning of feathers leads to their destruction and a decrease in the life of the feathers.

Important! It is best to carry out washing in winter or summer, since it is important for mites to live and reproduce in favorable temperature conditions.

pillow with feathers
One of the cleansing methods is to hand wash the feather pillow. The disadvantage of this method is that it will take physical effort, because after getting wet, the product will become much heavier.

Placing fluff in covers

After the pillow has "rested" in the fresh air, in hot or cold weather, the immediate preparation of the filler begins. The pillow is carefully opened on one side, the filler is poured onto a prepared sheet or oilcloth.

fluff in a case
Knowing how to properly clean and dry the feather filling of a pillow can extend its useful life.

The seized material is placed in special bags, which are then sewn up. Such precautions are necessary so that during washing, especially in a typewriter, the filler does not spill out. This could result in irreparable damage to the machine.

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Dirty feathers contain harmful bacteria. If the pillow has been stored in the attic or closet for a long time, do not rush to use it. It is recommended to open the pillowcase and make sure that the filler and the pillowcase are not infected with fungus.

The bag itself must be made of a material that is well permeable to water, and at the same time dense enough to be reusable.

bags
Improper care of feathers results in the accumulation of microscopic mites that are dangerous to health.

Important! Before ripping open the pillow, you need to make sure that there are no drafts that can scatter the fluff throughout the room.

cleaning the pillow
Compliance with simple recommendations and rules for the care of feather filler allows you to maintain health, well-being and healthy sleep for all family members.

It is also recommended to distribute the filler into a large number of bags for better cleaning performance.
Even housewives who monitor the condition of their pillows forget about the need to control the cleanliness of the pillowcase. It must be remembered that in the corners of this "keeper of dreams" there may be lumps of fluff containing "guests" who, after restoring the integrity of the bedclothes, will immediately run to develop their population, and thus all efforts will go to waste.

sweat stains
For the destruction of bacteria and pathogenic microbes, a quartzing and intensive air cleaning procedure follows.

Sweat stains are another big problem with bedclothes. Since sweat contains a considerable amount of human fat, stains are well eaten in and very difficult to wash. For the best effect, you must use the following cleaning methods:

  • The method that came from grandmothers is rubbing the problem area with ordinary soda.
  • The acid that lemon juice contains. Perfectly removes stains and brightens the fabric itself.
  • The aforementioned juice can also be mixed with peroxide, but it is better to save your hands, especially if there are minor scratches or wounds.
wash from stains
If you are allergic to household chemicals, use a soapy water solution and a few drops of lavender or cypress aromatic oil to wash your pillows (these smells scare away linen mites).

It is recommended to use each of the above-mentioned products for rubbing the problem area and add a little to hot water. It is not recommended to use the machine in such cases; it is better to wipe the stains by hand and leave the naperniki to lie down in hot water.

washing features
Dirty feather pillows can cause complex allergic reactions and a deterioration in human well-being, so it is important to wash them at least once a year.

Choosing a detergent

Since the main task is to destroy dust mites and bacteria, it is necessary to choose a good product that is suitable specifically for washing the filler, the fragrance will also not be superfluous. A water softener and bleach will also work.

detergents
Products that contain lanolin are great. It prevents quick contamination of feather fibers, makes them elastic and soft.

For washing down pillows at home, it is better to choose good powders, preferably from those that are used in various dry cleaners, and have a more aggressive effect on the environment.

washing process
Washing in a washing machine takes place in several stages.

How often the housewife washes the pillows is of great importance. With regular cleaning, the need for aggressive powders becomes less, it is enough just to do preventive maintenance.

prevention during washing
It is advisable, in addition to the cover with feathers, to put some towels. This will allow the washing machine to operate correctly and avoid strong vibration.

Can I machine wash my feather pillow?

A washing machine will greatly facilitate the washing process, because pillows divided into several batches cannot be washed at a time, and hand washing will take a long time. Machine wash requires:

  • Relatively low temperature (25-30 degrees).
  • Selection of the washing mode. It is necessary to remember about the possibility of untiing the bag.
  • Powders and complementary gels.
  • Rinsing.
  • Small decorative pillows or pillows do not need to be unpicked and the contents taken out.
balls for washing
We place special balls in the drum; when washing, they will prevent the feathers from falling into one lump and remove all dirt.

Features of hand wash

One of the main disadvantages of hand washing is the time and laboriousness of the process itself. There are two ways to wash manually. The first method involves a gauze bag made of fabric folded several times.

Handwash
Hand wash is especially delicate.

Collect hot water in a basin, add detergents and leave the bag itself in the resulting mixture for a while for better moisture impregnation and penetration of detergents among the fluff. Then gently soak, change the water as necessary.

hand wash curtains
Hand washing will not take you much time and effort.

To apply the second method, a sieve is required. After filling the sieve with fluff, immerse it in warm water, already filled with detergents and leave for a while, and then wipe out the filler. This method is less laborious, but there is a possibility of damage to the fluff due to strong movements in the water. Therefore, the time spent is slightly higher.

detergents
You can use for washing those detergents that do not include aggressive substances in the composition. It is good if it is a natural-based shampoo, products that do not contain bleach and other bleaches.

If the initial base of the filler is too hard, you can add conditioner, and for a pleasant smell, fragrance. This gives the pillow a pleasant scent and will make your sleep much more pleasant.

detergents
Washing down swan down pillows in the washing machine is possible if certain conditions are met.

How often should you wash?

From the information above, it becomes clear that the most favorable time to wash pillows is summer or winter. Although it all depends on the place where this or that person lives. In any case, it is enough to imagine bed linen that has not been changed for a month. The situation is the same with pillows, just the consequences of long-term use are not so visible.

how often to wash
The frequency of general cleaning of products made of natural fluff is 1-2 times a year. Frequent cleaning of feathers leads to their destruction and a decrease in the life of the feathers.

How to properly dry feather pillows

The main enemy of the filler after washing is moisture. Each bag must be hung from a warm radiator or in the sun, stirring the contents from time to time. Insufficient drying increases the likelihood of mold. In any case, the filler will have to spend at least a day on the street, additionally drying and airing.

how to dry pillows properly
The area where pillows are dried should be well ventilated. Drying outside is the best option.

Important! Each bag should not be placed on something, but hung up as when drying clothes. At the final stage of drying, when the fluff is barely wet, you can spray a little with perfume, which will add pleasant aromas during sleep.

drying the bedclothes
The procedure for treating a pillow at home is very difficult, but possible.

Can you steam clean

Practice shows that steam cleaning does not so much clean as it refreshes the pillow. However, there is such a possibility. Steam cleaning requires:

  • Any appliance with a vaporization option.
  • Treat the pad on both sides, three times with a short break.
  • Dry in the sun.
steam cleaning
Synthetics should be washed as seldom as possible. The rest of the materials should be washed at least twice a year.

When steaming, some of the base may roll into lumps, so it is recommended that you beat the pillow thoroughly with your hands. It must be remembered that large-sized products may not allow steam to pass to the required depth. Because of this, it is still recommended to do the wash for the best effect.

clean pillows
It is important to provide access to fresh air by ventilating the room in which the drying is taking place, and also beat the feather as often as possible.

All things that surround us at home must be monitored and looked after. Unfortunately, a very large number of people do not pay attention to the main subject for good sleep.Quite a laborious process that requires a lot of time, in fact, it is not too complicated. We are surrounded by a whole sea of ​​various bacteria that will not be visible to the naked eye, but at the same time perfectly adapt to our habitats, which is why it is so important to do timely washing.

cleanliness standards
After washing, make sure the feathers are completely dry to prevent fungal growth and unpleasant odors.

You do not need to save on your safety and the safety of others, and especially children, because this can lead to catastrophic consequences and large expenses. It is necessary to adhere to the standards of cleanliness in order to sleep sweetly on your pillows.

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