Get Your Pillows Clean

When is the last time you washed your pillows?  Washing a pillow periodically is a great idea for health reasons.  Washing a pillow once a year will keep them free of dust and dirt.   You will also sleep better knowing that your pillows are clean and fresh.  You can learn more at Apartment Therapy.


What You Need

Materials
Mild, low-suds detergent
Tools
Washing machine or deep sink

Instructions

Remove the pillow protector (using a zippered protector plus a pillowcase helps to keep your pillows cleaner.)

Fill the sink or washing machine with very hot water. Hot water kills dust mites without the need for bleach or other harsh chemicals.

Add mild, low-suds detergent (I used Woolite).

Add the pillow and agitate.

Rinse several times.

Press excess water out of the pillow with a white terry cloth towel. If you have a feather pillow do not wring it out or twist it -you'll smash the feathers.

Place the pillow in the dryer and air dry, or hang to dry outside. Fluff manually, or toss a a few clean tennis balls in the dryer.