Keeping your pillows fresh will help you get the rest you need.

And if wewash our pillowsregularly do they really need to be replaced?

The short answer is yes.

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How Often Should You Replace Pillows?

Depending on the size of your machine, you should be able to wash two pillows at a time.

Rapinchuk recommends using a warm water, gentle cycle to launder pillows.

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Memory foam and latex pillows should never be washed and dried in machines, as they can disintegrate.

Holman offers five ways to keep bedding clean:

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes.

Pillows that are no longer supportive can cause misalignment in the body.