Filler for pillows

Competent choice of a pillow is a guarantee of a healthy sleep. In this attribute, everything is important for sleeping: size, shape, and, of course, a pillow filler. With today's variety, it is easy to find exactly the subject of comfortable sleep, which will correspond to its main purpose - to support the head and neck of a sleeping person in the most convenient physiological position. To make it easier for you to decide which pillows are better to buy, with which filler, today we will analyze the most popular of them and tell you what their advantages are.

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What are the pillows?

A person spends about 8 hours a day sleeping, and in order to have the rest hours as comfortable as possible, it is necessary to have a comfortable bed, a mattress and choose a pillow that will allow the spine to assume the correct position.

By designation all the pillows are divided into:

• Decorative - used for interior decoration.
• For sleeping, resting.
• Massage.

Pillows are also different in size - if massage or decorative can have different shapes and dimensions, then objects for relaxation have clear formats.

Important! In the CIS countries the most popular square cushions are 70x70 cm in size. In European countries the format is 70x50 cm. However, if you want to order a non-standard format, then pick up the object for sleep, based on the width of the shoulder.

In the old days our ancestors had one filler for pillows - goose down. With today's variety, you can choose a filler according to your preference. It can be both natural materials, and synthetic. And each of them has its own advantages and disadvantages, so it is very difficult to say which filler for pillows is better. We will consider the most popular of them, and the choice is yours.

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Natural fillers - characteristics and features of

There are several types of natural materials and each of them has its own characteristics. But the main advantage of all these items is their ecological purity, although some materials can cause an allergic reaction in humans.

Important! The general disadvantage is a higher cost compared to synthetic materials.

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Natural Fillers of Animal Origin

This type of material includes:

• Pooh and soft feathers of birds. This is not only traditional pillow fillers, known since ancient times - feather and feather of geese, ducks, chickens, but also exotic fluff of swans or eiders.
• Wool. Pillows of camel and sheep wool are considered curative. They have a positive effect on human health and are prescribed for joint diseases and rheumatism.
• Horsehair.

Feather down

Pillows made of this material are very light and soft.

Important! If you prefer to sleep with a soft object, then get a pillow from this material, because he has so many virtues.

Main advantages:

• Hygroscopicity. The material very quickly absorbs and evaporates moisture.
• Air permeability. Since the fuzz does not touch tightly, you will not suffocate, even if you bury your nose in the pillow.
• No odor. Quality filler is odorless.
• Excellent thermoregulation. Pooh equally well protects both from the cold and from the heat.
• Noiselessness. The material does not creak, does not rustle, it perfectly absorbs external sounds.
• Keeps shape well. Pooh perfectly keeps and restores the form.
• Durability. Pillow made of natural material will last more than 5 years.

Important! Down is the filler for pillows with a feather-to-fluff ratio of 15/85.

Disadvantages of the material:

• Allergenicity. Pillows of feather and down are contraindicated to people prone to allergic reactions.
• Favorable environment for reproduction of various microorganisms. Over time, fluffs accumulate dust, become a source of reproduction of dust mites.
• Pain in the cervical spine is possible. Softness of down can provoke pain in the neck.
• High price. Pillows of fluff are considered the most expensive( along with latex and foam Memorial).
• Complex care. This material must not be washed. Pillows of feather and down need regular cleaning( 2 times a year) in specialized salons. Pillow of natural material should be periodically dried in the sun and air in the open air.

Important! Pillows of the pen are less comfortable, because, the sharp tips of feathers climb through the napernik and can scratch the skin. Therefore, do not put feather pillows on children. When buying such a product, make sure that the napernik was sewn from a very dense fabric.

Wool

The main advantage of natural wool is its fine fluffiness and hygroscopicity. Pillows made of wool will warm in winter and will give a cool in the summer.

Important! Best of all, these products are suitable for people who suffer from pain in the muscles, joints and have problems with the musculoskeletal system.

Advantages of the material:

• Air permeability.
• Hygroscopicity - a special structure of wool helps to remove excess moisture.
• Excellent thermoregulating properties.
• Therapeutic properties.
• Good dirt repellent properties.

Material:

• Allergenicity. Pillows with woolen filler with caution should be used for allergy sufferers and asthmatics.
• Badly keeps the form. Wool has a peculiarity of rolling down, and it will not be able to whip it.
• Complicated care. Pillows of wool can not be washed - they are allowed only dry cleaning.
• Short service life. Since the wool eventually rolls down, the average life of the product is 3-5 years.

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Natural plant origin

As vegetable "stuffing" pillows can be used:

• Buckwheat husk.
• Bamboo.
• Cotton.
• Algae.
• Eucalyptus.
• Natural silk.
• Latex.
• Herbs.

The main advantages of natural materials include:

• Aromatherapeutic properties.
• Massage effect.
• Hypoallergenicity.
• Antibacterial. Natural materials prevent the spread of bacteria.

The general disadvantages include:

• Short service life.
• High cost.

Buckwheat husk

Husk is a shell of buckwheat kernels. The material is environmentally friendly. Has an orthopedic effect.

Advantages of the material:

• Perfectly pass air.
• Orthopedic effect. Filler from buckwheat husks stably supports the head and neck in a physiologically correct position.
• Therapeutic effect. Buckwheat cushions relieve pain in the neck. You can also use the product for preventive purposes.
• Hypoallergenicity. Luzga causes allergies and itchy skin in very rare cases.
• Massage effect. Spicy buckwheat flakes perfectly massage the scalp and improve blood microcirculation.
• Easy care. Pillows of husks can not be washed, but you can only vacuum and dry periodically in the sun.

Material Cons:

• Noisiness. Buckwheat cushions rustle and creak at any touch.
• Cruiserweight. An accessory made from buckwheat can weigh up to 5 kg.
• Odor. The aroma of buckwheat does not disappear until the end, even with time.
• Stiffness. Not everyone likes to sleep on a noisy and hard pillow.
• Does not like humidity.
• Do not keep warm. In winter it will be cold on a buckwheat pillow, but in the summer it's fine.
• Quickly loses its shape.
• Not long lasting. The service life of the product is 2-2,5 years.

Important! Pillows of buckwheat husk - this is the most budgetary orthopedic option, but sensitive to smells and noise to people, it does not fit.

Bamboo fiber

This plant material is obtained from fluff pulp fibers of bamboo stalks. This material remotely resembles cotton wool, but at times it is more useful.

Advantages of the material:

• Environmentally friendly.
• Air permeability. Thanks to the porous structure, such a pillow filler quickly evaporates moisture and does not damp.
• No odor. The material does not smell anything and does not absorb foreign smells.
• Noiselessness. Bamboo fibers do not make any sounds.
• Comfort. Pillows of bamboo are light, soft and comfortable.
• Has antistatic and antibacterial properties.
• Durability.
• Hypoallergenicity. The filler does not cause allergies and is not a source of reproduction of microorganisms.
• Easy care. The product can withstand many washes.
• Durability. The service life is 5-7 years.
• Affordable price. Bamboo pillows cost as much as polyester fiber products.

Important! Pillows of bamboo fiber can also be used for children, but it is necessary to choose the right height.

Disadvantages of the product:

• Bad support. Bamboo filler poorly supports the cervical bends.
• Fibrillation of fibers. After cleaning and washing, the product must be carefully dried and not stored in mint.

Important! Bamboo pillows are suitable for people who prefer natural materials, but not prone to osteochondrosis and protrusions, since the softness of the filler can cause pain in the cervical spine.

Cotton filler

Cotton has always occupied and holds a leading position among natural materials. Cotton cushions are environmentally friendly, do not cause allergies, absorb moisture well and have high thermoregulatory properties. Perhaps this is the best filler for pillows, which will suit people with increased sweating.

Latex

Latex is a natural material. Produce it from the rubber milk of the Brazilian hevea.

Latex products are elastic, but at the same time, soft. They perfectly support the body during sleep.

Product benefits:

• Excellent support. Natural properties of rubber - elasticity and elasticity, allow using it in orthopedic products.
• Noiselessness. Pillows of latex do not make any noise.
• Therapeutic effect. The material facilitates neck pain and serves for prevention.
• Hypoallergenicity. Latex has not only hypoallergenic, but also antibacterial properties.
• Comfort. Sleeping on such a pillow is very convenient, but due to its elasticity, it takes some time to get used to.
• Easy care. Latex pillow does not need care - it is enough only to change the pillowcase if necessary.
• Durability. Pillows made of natural latex do not lose their qualities even after 20 years of operation.

Cons:

• Specific odor that disappears after 1-2 weeks.
• High cost. The price of such products is comparable to the price of pillows from fluff and foam Memorial.

Important! A latex cushion is an excellent choice for people who care about their health, and its high price will pay off with a long service life.

Silk

Silk filler for pillows refers to the material of the VIP class.

Product benefits:

• Hypoallergenic. Silk filler does not have dust mites, due to the presence of sericin in it.
• Excellent thermoregulating properties.
• Hygroscopicity.
• Wear resistance.
• Supports a suitable microclimate for a person.
• Has a beneficial effect on the entire body.
• Softness and firmness at the same time.
• Easy care. Allowed to wash in delicate mode. After drying the filler must be beaten to restore the shape.
• Long service life. The service life of the product is 10-15 years.

Cons:

• High cost. Pillows with silk filler are more expensive than all other similar products.

Algae

Algae filler for pillows today is one of the most interesting and popular. Advantages of algae products:

• Hygroscopicity.
• Antibacterial.
• Hypoallergenicity.

Cons:

• The pillow is too soft.
• Requires gentle cleaning. Pillows of algae can not be washed. Dry cleaning is recommended only with the use of delicate products.
• Short service life. Pillows of algae will serve you 3-5 years.

Herbal pillows

Back in the old days were invented cushions based on herbs. Instead of filler used:

• Straw of cereals.
• Hops cones.
• Lavender.
• Mint.
• Thymus.

Important! Herbal cushions are recommended for people suffering from insomnia. Only it is necessary to remember about individual tolerance, after all the allergy to any of grasses is possible.

For night sleep, such pillows are not recommended, but for a day's rest - just right. Herbal cushions are small in size( slightly larger than the palm of your hand), so they are often called "sleepy."

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Artificial fillers

Polyester fibers include:

• Hollofayer.
• Comfort.
• EcoFiber.

Important! The technology of manufacturing of new generation artificial materials, their qualities and properties are approximately the same. Therefore, their advantages and disadvantages can be considered in a comprehensive manner.

Pluses:

• Hypoallergenicity. Materials do not irritate the skin, they do not create conditions for reproduction and life activity of pathogenic microbes.
• No noise. Artificial fibers are noiseless, they do not creak or rustle.
• Hygroscopicity.
• No odor. Polyesters do not have their own smell and do not absorb bystanders.
• Good thermoregulation. Thanks to the porous structure, artificial fillers do not overheat.
• Comfort. Pillows made of polyester fibers are soft, comfortable and smooth.
• Simple care. You can wash items in the car at a temperature of 40 degrees. In addition, synthetics very quickly dries.
• Affordable price. The price of such products is comparable to the price of feather pillows.

Cons:

• Poor support for the head and neck. The softness of the filler does not allow the body to be maintained in a physiologically correct position.
• Pain in the neck may increase.
• Fragility. Pillows with artificial filler will last 3-5 years.

Important! Products made of artificial materials are very practical, comfortable and inexpensive. They will suit any person who is not prone to neck problems.

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How to choose a pillow with artificial filler?

If you decide to give preference to the artificial variant, then you need to carefully consider the proposed fillers for pillows.

Hollfoyber

The filler is ideal for people who like soft surfaces. Hollofiber does not cause allergies, it is hygroscopic, has excellent thermoregulatory properties, elasticity and sufficient wear resistance.

Kompofor( expanded polystyrene)

The KOMFOREL is composed of a hollow siliconized fiber. As a result of heat treatment, balls are obtained from the fiber in a diameter of 7 mm.

Important! The cushion of balls is stiffer than with the holofayber, but the advantage is that it takes the shape of a person's head during sleep.

Synthepone

Synthon pillows have the following advantages:

• Air permeability.
• Does not absorb odors.
• Hygroscopicity.
• Not too hard and not very soft.
• Perfectly retains heat.
• Hypoallergenicity - in a pillow from this material mites and microbes are not got.
• Ease of care - you can wash the product in the car.
• Low price.

Cons:

• Quickly loses the form.
• Falls into clods.

Important! The average term that will serve as a filler for the pillow is 1-2 years.

Silicone

Silicone products are characterized by softness, hypoallergenicity, elasticity, air permeability and excellent thermoregulatory properties. Pillows of silicone perfectly keep the desired shape, and in the care are fairly simple: they can be washed at a temperature of 40 degrees, and after washing, they quickly restore the shape.

Important! The disadvantages of such products include a short service life( 5-7 years).

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Which pillows are better?

As you can see, the choice of accessories for sleep is huge and choosing the best filler for pillows is almost impossible, because each of them has its own characteristics. It all depends on personal preferences, health, body characteristics and the thickness of the wallet.

Important! For people suffering from diseases of the back and neck, you can offer the latest squeak of fashion - orthopedic pillows. Their purpose is to create maximum comfort for the head and neck of a sleeping person.

Such pillows have not only therapeutic, massage properties, but also a cooling effect. For example, the pillow with gel filling perfectly passes air, does not heat up, thus it is easy to clean and always keeps the received form.

General advice on choosing the right pillow for sleep:

1. Before buying, test the pillow: lie on it, make sure that the shape, height and its rigidity are right for you.
2. Pay attention to the height of the pillow - it is determined by the width of the shoulders. The wider the shoulders, the higher the pillow should be.
3. Choose the right size for your product. The optimal size of a pillow for an adult is 50x70 cm, for a child - 40x60 cm.
4. Always pay attention to the quality of the seams - so that the filler does not come out, stitches should be frequent.
5. Note the smell attribute for sleep. The pillow should not have an unpleasant and pungent smell.
6. Choose a product with a natural sheath. It can be high quality cotton or natural silk.
7. Choose products with a cover that has a zipper. Thus, you can adjust the height and rigidity of the pillow by removing excess filler.
8. Choose an attribute for sleep so that you are comfortable sleeping in your favorite position. For example:
   • if you like to sleep on your stomach, then choose a softer product;
   • if on the back - a pillow of medium hardness;
   • if on the side - buy a hard pillow.
9. For hard mattresses, choose a pillow lower, and for soft ones - higher.

A person in a dream spends a third of his life, so to choose a pillow, as well as other attributes of sleep, you need to come seriously, so that this third spend happily and comfortably. A healthy sleep is a pledge of well-being and life success. We wish you health and success!