Caring for a Down Pillow

• 1). Cover your pillow with a pillow case at all times. This will keep your pillow free from dust, dirt and body oils.
  
  
• 2). Buy a pillow cover with a zipper for an extra layer of protection under your pillow case. This will also help those who have allergies.
  
  
• 3). Clean the pillow cover and case regularly to keep your pillow fresh.
  
  
• 4). Launder or dry-clean your pillow yearly.
  
  
• 5). Spot-treat any stains before you wash your pillow if you're going to machine wash it.
  
  
• 6). Wash the pillow in cold water using a detergent that has a degreaser so that oils are removed. Follow the pillow manufacturer's instructions for specific detergents to use.
  
  
• 7). Very gently squeeze out any excess water from the pillow after washing.
  
  
• 8). Dry the pillow with the dryer set on its lowest setting; put a tennis ball in with the pillow so that the fill moves as it dries.
  
  
• 9). Store your pillow in a dry and well-ventilated closet or room when you are not using it, in order to avoid mildew.