Washing an orthopedic pillow in a washing machine

Washing an orthopedic pillow in a washing machine The quality of rest depends on the cleanliness of bedding, especially pillows. If not properly cared for, particles of epidermis, dust and dirt accumulate in them, which can cause allergic reactions and respiratory diseases. To prevent negative effects on the body, it is necessary to wash the orthopedic pillow in a washing machine or by hand. To preserve its beneficial properties and appearance, you must follow the washing rules.

Automatic pillow cleaning

Synthetic pillow fillings, unlike natural ones, in most cases can be washed in automatic machines. If in doubt, pay attention to the label with the manufacturer’s recommendations. As a rule, artificial fibers are spun in a machine drum in a delicate or manual mode. They should only be squeezed out by hand, blotting them with a towel. Step-by-step steps for cleaning an orthopedic pillow in an automatic washing machine.

Remove the cover - it should be washed separately.
Load the product into the drum.
Set to a delicate or hand wash program.
Select temperature mode up to 40° C.
Disable the spin function on the machine.
Pour or pour detergent into the special compartment. Start the washing program.
When the machine is finished working, immediately remove the cushion.
Leave to dry horizontally in a well-ventilated room.

Important! The amount of washing powder you need to take is half as much as for regular washing. Rinse conditioner must be omitted.

What powder should I use?

Powder microparticles may remain in the pillow after rinsing, subsequently causing an allergic reaction. Therefore, you should either rinse the product thoroughly (by running this operation again) or use liquid gel products to wash it. They can be successfully replaced by detergents for washing children's clothes containing liquid soap.

When choosing a suitable washing powder, you should be guided by its characteristics:

absence of allergenic components that cause diseases;
complete solubility at low water temperatures.

Rules for using the pillow

Many people don’t think about the fact that they also need to know how to use a pillow. The service life of the orthopedic pillow can be increased if you follow the recommendations for caring for it:

monitor the hygiene of covers and pillowcases and wash them regularly;
do not go to bed with wet hair;
after sleep, turn the other side up;
Once a month, ventilate the product on an open balcony or draft;
do not cover the pillow with a blanket, bedspread, or interfere with its natural ventilation;
keep the product as far away as possible from heating appliances and radiators;
monitor the cleanliness of the sleeping area, avoid accumulation of dust;
do not allow small family members and animals to jump on the bed with pillows;
vacuum the sleeping area (mattress, sofa) twice a month;
It is advisable to have the orthopedic pillow professionally dry cleaned once every six months.

Important! If the orthopedic pillow is not in use, then it must be stored in a ventilated case, but not in a plastic bag. The packaged product is placed in a locked cabinet to avoid contamination.

Caring for latex pillows

There are two types of latex used as filler - natural and synthetic. A pillow with such filling adapts to the curves of the body, providing good support for the neck and head.

Natural latex is made from the milky juice of the Hevea plant - the material is characterized by elasticity and pliability. Its service life reaches 20 years. Artificial latex, created from polyurethane foam, is less soft and viscous in comparison with natural latex. At the same time, it has greater porosity (i.e., “breathes” better) and elasticity. Its service life is almost the same as that of natural latex. latex orthopedic pillow

Caring for latex filler, which “remembers” the shape of the body, has the following features:

It is prohibited to wash the material in any way - neither in a machine nor manually. To clean it from dirt, wipe it with a sponge moistened with a special shampoo or soap solution;
Latex pressing is not allowed. Water is removed by blotting the filler with towels;
You cannot dry the material under the sun - under the influence of ultraviolet radiation, its structure, deteriorating, hardens. You can use a fan to speed up the process.

Caring for a latex pillow involves turning it over, airing it, replacing the pillowcase and periodically professional dry cleaning. Some types of latex filling allow hand and even machine washing. The manufacturer reports this with the corresponding symbols on the label.

Mistakes of pillow owners

The durability of an orthopedic pillow depends on proper care of it. Owners notice that the filler has lost its properties after the following actions: