Choosing the Right Pillow...

Choosing the right pillow is crucial for a comfortable and healthy night’s sleep. Your sleep position plays a significant role in determining the type of pillow that will best support your neck while sleeping.

The thickness, firmness, and softness of the pillow can impact your alignment during sleep. It’s essential to pay attention not only to the pillow but also to the firmness of your mattress, as it can influence how much you sink into your pillow.

A pillow has a relatively short lifespan, typically lasting up to 2 years for a synthetic down alternative fill and natural fill will last you up to between 5 and 7 years . Pillows wear out faster than duvets due to the constant pressure and weight from our heads. Over time, pillows lose their supportive qualities and can become unhygienic. Choosing pillows with 100% cotton downproof casings is recommended for breathability, temperature regulation, and sweat-wicking, unlike synthetic polyester casings that may not allow proper ventilation. All our pillows have a 100% cotton downproof casing.

Signs that your pillow needs replacing include:

Discoloration: Sweat and moisture can lead to stains and bacterial growth inside the pillow, making it discoloured and unhygienic.

Neck Ache: If your pillow has become flat or lumpy, it may no longer provide adequate support for your neck, leading to discomfort.

Waking Up Wheezy or with a Runny Nose: These symptoms may indicate the presence of allergens or irritants in the pillow, emphasising the importance of dust mite-free pillows.

To maintain pillow hygiene, it’s recommended to tumble dry pillows for 15 minutes once a month to kill dust mites and freshen them up if needed and wash them every 6 months. Regularly checking for these signs and taking appropriate measures ensures a healthy and comfortable sleep environment.

 

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR BUYING A NEW PILLOW

 

WHAT YOU NEED WHAT RANGE WE RECOMMEND WHY?
Stomach sleepers. 90% Hungarian Goose Down, 60% Hungarian Goose Down,

Italian Fine Fibre Soft

We typically recommend a soft pillow. Often, stomach sleepers will turn their head to the right or the left. And the more firm the pillow is, the more your neck is going to be in extension, which is what we don’t want, especially if it’s rotated to the side.
Side and back sleepers. 60% Hungarian Goose Down 3 Chamber, 100% Pure Mulberry Silk,

50% Duck Down 3-Chamber, 25% Comfort Duck Down, Italian Fine Fibre Medium, Exceed Down Alternative, Microfibre with Gusset.

We typically recommend medium or medium firm pillows. This group usually needs a fair amount of loft and support to keep the head and neck in proper alignment.

 

If you prefer a very soft pillow. 90% Hungarian Goose Down, 60% Hungarian Goose Down,

Italian Fine Fibre Soft

If you prefer a medium pillow.

 

60% Hungarian Goose Down 3 Chamber, 100% Pure Mulberry Silk,

50% Comfort Duck Down Pillow, Italian Fine Fibre Medium,

Exceed Down Alternative

If you prefer a medium to firm pillow.

 

50% Duck Down 3-Chamber, 25% Comfort Duck, Microfibre with Gusset.
If you prefer a down alternative pillow. Italian Fine Fibre Medium, Exceed Down Alternative,

Microfibre with Gusset,