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A normal brand-new pillow doubles its weight in three years, thanks to remains of dust mites that build up inside it. Don't even think about the bacteria that might be lurking in the moisture left behind from that cold you had…
Moisture that can build up in our bedding whilst we sleep creates a wonderfully moist environment for those mites and bacteria that can leave you susceptible to rhinitis (stuffy nose), sinusitis and aggravate the symptoms of allergies or asthma.
However help is at hand with our patented Folding Pillow which is anything but a normal pillow. Created with hygiene aspects in mind, when folded, this pillow is extremely comfortable, providing the natural support your neck and spine needs – however it's secret is in the unfolding. The wool used by Devon Duvets is high grade 100% Certified British wool that has not been bleached or chemically treated leaving it's natural ability to resist moisture absorption intact – regular unfolding and airing of this pillow helps the wool fibres to continue their work of repelling and wicking away moisture where dust mite and bacteria cannot survive, leaving you with an aired pillow that is much healthier.
What makes a pillow unhygienic?
A normal brand-new pillow made with feathers, down or synthetic fibres can double its weight in 12 -18 months, thanks to dust mites, their droppings and their remains that build up inside it. Don't even think about the bacteria that might be lurking in the moisture left behind from that cold you had…
We all release moisture whilst we sleep, through sweating and breathing. This builds up in our bedding, creating the moist conditions that dust mites and bacteria love but can leave you susceptible to rhinitis (stuffy nose), sinusitis and aggravate the symptoms of allergies or asthma.
Why is a wool pillow more hygienic?
Wool is a wonderful 100% natural and sustainable fibre that is naturally temperature regulating and moisture wicking. This means it can prevent absorption and the humid conditions that encourage dust mites and bacteria. Regular airing helps to keep the wool fresh and this can be done by hanging your wool pillow outside to air when the weather is dry - or over a clothes airer near an open window if its raining or damp outside. The wool that we use in our pillows has not been chemically treated and so it remains as nature intended, with all its benefits. Our unique folding pillow is especially easy to air, as it can be unfolded easily for this purpose.
Find out more information about our range of 100% British wool pillows and we've given more details about pillow care on our page How to Care for your Wool Pillow.