How to wash the pillows to keep them perfect

There's nothing better than resting your head on the pillow and smelling that clean smell at the end of the day just before you go to sleep, right? But it's also important to keep them clean and disinfected. Follow these routines to avoid bacteria and keep them perfect.

Our pillow, always present in our dreams, is one of the elements you use most at home, so it deserves special treatment. If, as a general rule, it is important to include pillows in our cleaning routines to avoid bacteria and microorganisms, it is even more so at this moment in time.

Viscoelastic, latex, feather or synthetic, they can all be kept as clean as the first day if you follow some advice. We leave you some tips to help you make your dreams come true.

Types of pillows and how to wash them

It is advisable to wash pillows at least a couple of times a year, as well as whenever you get over a viral process, following the manufacturer's instructions.
Synthetic pillows can generally be washed in the washing machine, but always according to the programme indicated on the label.
Feather pillows usually require dry cleaning. In this case we can choose to unstitch the seams, remove the down, wash the fabric part and put the case back on once it is clean.
To protect them and avoid the accumulation of dirt, it is recommended to use a protective cover between the pillow and the actual bed set pillowcase.
Turn it over often to prevent it from becoming deformed.
Air it from time to time.

How to remove the yellowish colour from the pillowcase?

Pillowcases, which are usually white, often have yellow marks caused by hair or facial products, sweat or saliva, and should therefore be washed frequently, at least every two weeks, to prevent the appearance of bacteria.

Pre-wash by hand: use a specific product to treat the stains.
Degreaser in tablet or spray form
Whitener
Other natural whiteners: white vinegar, lemon or bicarbonate, diluted in water
Washing:
- At high temperatures (between 40ºC and 60ºC), to definitively eliminate the microorganisms.
- Add powdered detergent and whitener to the detergent drawer if you want to improve the final result.