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• Method 2 of 2: Washing your orthopedic pillows
• Tips

1 Remove the pillowcase. If you put your pillow in a pillowcase, you need to take it off. Some pillows have covers that can also be removed and washed separately.

2 Put your pillows in the washing machine. Don't worry - it's safe to machine wash pillows (even down pillows). Try to wash at least 2 at a time so that the machine can balance and the pillows don't bounce too much from side to side.

3 Add detergent. For a normal wash, add a dose of your regular detergent. To add extra whiteness to your pillows, add the following in addition to the detergent: 1 cup dishwasher powder detergent, 1 cup bleach, and ½ cup borax.

4 Start washing. So set your washing machine to wash in hot water and 2 rinses. And, may a miracle happen!

5 Place the pillows in the dryer. Place the pillows in the dryer and adjust the settings. If you have feather pillows, set the dryer to “air”. For synthetic pillows, place the dryer on low heat.

6 Dry your pillows. Take two tennis balls and place them in separate, clean socks. Place them in the dryer along with the pillows to fill and shorten the drying time. Now turn on the dryer!

7 Check pillows. When the dryer has finished its cycle, remove the pillows and check for dampness. Sniff the pillows to check for moisture in the center. If the pillows are not dry enough, repeat the drying process and check a second time. As a result, your pillows will be clean and dry!

Method 2 of 2: Washing your orthopedic pillows

1. 1 Remove the pillowcase. If your pillow has a pillowcase or cover, remove it before washing. Most orthopedic pillows also have special zip-lock covers that need to be removed. They can be washed separately in the washing machine.
2. 2 Fill a basin with water. Washing machines are too rough for delicate orthopedic foam, so pillows made from this material should only be washed by hand. Fill your basin (or sink) with warm water. You need enough water to cover the pillow.
3. 3 Add detergent. Add a tablespoon of liquid detergent to each pillow. Stir with your hand and lather a little.
4. 4 Wash your pillow. Place the pillow in the water and twist to allow the detergent to penetrate well into the pillow. Use your hands to wrinkle the pillow to remove dirt and freshen the pillow.
5. 5 Rinse your pillow. Run your pillow under running water. It is very important to wash off as much soap as possible. Rinsing the pillow may take slightly longer than the actual wash.
6. 6 Dry your pillow. High temperatures can erode orthopedic foam and cause it to break down, so do not put the orthopedic pillow in the dryer. Instead, place it on a clean white towel in the fresh air. If possible, let the pillow dry in the sun.
7. 7 Check your pillow. Orthopedic foam tends to retain water for a long time, since it is made of a material similar to a sponge. Make sure there is no moisture in the pillow before returning it to bed, or it will start to grow moldy.

Tips

• Pillows should be washed 2-3 times a year to get rid of sweat, sebum, dandruff and dust build-up.
• Check to see if you need to change your pillow. If you fold the pillow in half and it stays like this, it’s too old and it’s time to change it. If your pillow bounces back, then it's ok and just needs to be washed. On average, pillows need to be changed every 2 years.
• The decorative pillows on the sofas can be cleaned in the same way as the pillows on the bed. You just need to remove the cover if possible.