How to wash a feather pillow

To wash a feather pillow at home correctly, you can do it by machine or by hand. Choosing one method or another will depend on your preferences or whether the manufacturer’s instructions indicate one or the other. Here we explain the procedure you must follow for either of the two options.

Next, I will show you two ways to wash it and then, in addition, I will explain how to dry it and how often to clean it keep reading!

If you have chosen to machine wash your pillow, follow these tips:

1. Read the label to make sure your pillow is machine washable.
2. Remove the pillowcase or protector, and make sure there are no torn seam or hole, since the feathers could come out from there.
3. Use a program to Wool fabrics.
4. Use liquid soap instead of powder detergent. This will prevent residue from getting on the pillow.
5. We recommend you insert two pillows in the washing machine to compensate for the drum and make the wash cycle work better. If you only have one pillow, you can put some not very large clothes with the pillow.
6. Use a washing program with cold or warm temperature so as not to spoil the feathers.
7. It is advisable to run the rinse program twice to ensure that all soap residue has been completely removed.
8. As for spinning, there is no problem doing it. In fact, it is advisable to program it in fast speed to remove as much moisture as possible from the pillow.

Feather pillows can be machine washed, but if you don’t dare to wash them in the washing machine or the label indicates that it is not suitable for this, you can also do it by hand. The process is the following:

1. Just like machine washing, you first have to remove the cover or protector and make sure there are no torn seams or holes.
2. Put the pillow in a basin with warm water and neutral soap. We advise you to use a small amount of soap to make rinsing easier. If you don’t have a container with the right size to put the pillow in, you can do it in the bathtub.
3. Gently wash the pillow without rubbing it excessively. If it has any stains, you can help yourself with a soft bristle brush. If your pillow does not have stains, it is not necessary to rub or wash it for a long time.
4. It is important that you do not leave the pillow soaking.
5. Once washed, make sure to rinse off all the soap.
6. Wring out the pillow as much as you can to remove excess moisture and avoid bad smells during drying.

If your feather pillows are very dirty and have stains that are difficult to remove, we advise you to visit our article How to whiten pillows so that they look like new.

You must not forget dry pillows properly so that bad odors do not remain impregnated in it. proper drying of the same to prevent bad odors from being impregnated in it. Next, we are going to tell you how to dry your feather pillow without a dryer and with a dryer.

How to dry a feather pillow in the dryer

To dry a feather pillow in the dryer, you need to take into account factors such as temperature or drying time. Take note of these tips for tumble drying:

• Temperature: As for the drying temperature, you have two options: dry the pillow on high heat to make it faster or dry it on cold heat. The first option is faster, but there is a risk of damaging the feathers, so we recommend using cold temperature.
• Time: It will depend on your dryer model and its programs, but it is common for drying a feather pillow to take several drying cycles, so you will have to be patient.
• Proof: to know if it is dry and thus avoid bad odors or the appearance of mold, you must tighten the pillow well with your hands and make sure there is no moisture left in it.
• Shape: To maintain the shape and volume of your pillows, try this trick: put dryer balls in the dryer on top of the pillows. If you don’t have dryer balls, they can work tennis balls wrapped in a sock.
• Drying: If you want to make sure your pillows come out dry and remove all excess water, place a towel in the drum.
• Finalized: to make sure they don’t lose their shape, once they come out of the dryer, grab them by the corners and shake them vigorously.

How to dry a feather pillow without a dryer

It is very easy to dry a feather pillow if you don’t have a dryer. You just have to follow some recommendations to prevent moisture from remaining in it.

• To remove as much moisture as possible, spread a towel on a flat surface, place the pillow on it, and cover it with another towel. Press to remove excess moisture and proceeds to air drying.
• The best way to dry a feather pillow without a dryer is to let it air dry and lay flat. Avoid moving it until it is completely dry.

If, in addition to feather pillows, you have feather padding or duvets, you can visit our article How to wash a feather comforter, to learn how to wash them correctly.

It is recommended to wash feather pillows a few twice a year, ideally every six months. Our advice is that you use cotton covers or anti-mite covers to cover them and protect them from stains, sweat, and other dirt. This way, you can wash the covers every week, as well as the sheets, and you will help extend the life of your feather pillow.

• When you make your bed, you’ll want to shake the pillow vigorously to prevent dust buildup, as well as to distribute and revitalize the filling.
• Ventilate the room well at least once a day.
• Turn it over occasionally to prevent warping.
• If, in addition to in the morning, you shake it every night, you will be restoring its volume, which will help promote rest.
• If you are not going to use it for a while, store it in a cool, dry place free of moisture.

Feather pillows can last for many years, but it is always good to know when it is time to change the pillows and renew them. Find out how in our article How to know when I should change my pillow.