How to Properly Care for Hospitality Pillows

One of the many things your guests will be looking forward to with their stay at your property will be a good night’s sleep on some comfortable pillows.  For some, this trip will be a nice getaway and escape from the daily stresses of their lives, so rest and relaxation will be one of the many things they have been dreaming of.  Pillows will be a great way to help guests have a better sleeping experience while staying at your property.  While some may have different preferences on which type of pillow they would rather sleep on, such as a soft or firm, one thing everyone can agree on is that a clean, pleasant-smelling pillow is something that will improve everyone’s sleeping experience.  This blog will explain how to properly take care of a pillow.

How to Wash Pillows

• Prior to washing, be sure to remove any pillowcases and pillow protectors from the pillow.

  

• Stains should be pre-treated with stain remover or detergent.
• Mild detergent should be used because harsh detergents and bleach could harm the inside filling.
• Cold water is often recommended for pillows, but be sure to check the manufacturer’s washing instructions to confirm.
• Do not overload the machine with pillows because it will be more difficult for the cleaning process and could damage the machine.
• Use a slow spin cycle to keep the fill in place and prevent damage to the washing machine.

How to Dry Pillows

• Any type of pillow can be air dried.

  

• Memory foam pillows must be air dried because they can catch fire when near heat.
• The most effective option for drying most pillows is to dry them using a low heat cycle of about 120 degrees Fahrenheit or less.
• Just like when washing pillows, please make sure to check the manufacturer label of your specific pillow for drying instructions before beginning the process.
• Objects like wool dryer balls and tennis balls placed in the dryer with the pillows have been known to help reduce clumping during the process.
• Be sure to hand-fluff pillows when the drying process is complete instead of leaving them idle to help preserve the quality of the pillow.

Pillow Protection is Key

Everyone wants to sleep on a pillow that is comfortable, relaxing, and will help give them a great sleeping experience.  While the goal is for every pillow to last a long time, pillow protectors can help keep them lasting longer.  People can drool while sleeping, mucus from the nose can get on the pillow, and other liquids like drinks can spill onto the pillow and cause significant damage.  Pillow protectors will act as an additional barrier of protection and preserve the high quality of the pillow by blocking out these spills and stains.  Along with proper laundering, the goal of pillow protectors is to extend the life of the pillow and save the property money by not having to reorder new pillows as frequently.

InnStyle Has Pillows and Pillow Protectors for Your Property

Now is a great time for your property to consider adding fresh, new pillows for your guests.  There are several pillows to choose from with different sizes and firmness levels so that you can find what you need.  Questions may arise, but InnStyle’s friendly and knowledgeable account managers are here to help answer those questions and offer their experience and expertise.  Please give InnStyle a call and talk to them about any pillow or general hospitality questions that you may have.  InnStyle can be reached at 267-354-6020.  Their website is https://www.innstyle.com/.