only ever be hand-washed<\/em>. And I don’t mean the “hand wash” setting on your washing machine. Nothing is ever as gentle as doing it by hand.<\/p>\nYou\u2019ll want to fill your sink or bathtub with water, making sure the temperature is just cool to lukewarm. Add a small amount of a gentle detergent used for hand washing delicate items. Use about one teaspoon of detergent per gallon of water.<\/p>\n
3. Suds Up!<\/h4>\n
Now it\u2019s time to give your pillow a bath! Completely submerge the pillow in the detergent and water solution and squeeze it (very!) gently to move the cleaning solution through the foam. Do this two or three times<\/p>\n
4. Give it a Gentle Rinse<\/h4>\n
After it\u2019s clean, remove your pillow from the water and gently squeeze out the moisture, being incredibly careful not to wring or twist the memory foam.<\/p>\n
5. Rinse & Repeat<\/h4>\n
Drain the soapy water and refill the sink with fresh water. Squeeze the foam gently to remove the suds. Drain and refill the sink several times with clean water until no more suds appear. Gently squeeze the foam to remove the water. No wringing! Wringing can break and warp the foam.<\/p>\n
6. Dry Time<\/h4>\n
Allow the pillow to air dry on a flat, ventilated surface (like a clothes horse) away from direct heat and sunlight.<\/p>\n
Do not use a clothes dryer because the heat can damage the memory foam and cause it to crumble.<\/p>\n
To help speed up drying, use a portable fan to circulate air. Depending on the thickness of the foam, it can take up to 24 hours for a pillow to dry completely. Make sure it is completely dry before using it again.<\/p>\n
Hot Tip:<\/strong> Shake our the foam every few hours to redistribute it and held aid in drying.<\/p>\nHow To Spot Clean A Shredded Memory Foam Pillow<\/h2>\n
If you don’t have time to thoroughly wash a foam pillow (or you just noticed a few marks or sweat stains), spot cleaning can remove stains until it can be washed.<\/p>\n
1. Mix a Cleaning Solution<\/h4>\n
Mix one tablespoon of dishwashing liquid into two cups of lukewarm water.<\/p>\n
2. Treat the Stains<\/h4>\n
Dip a clean, preferably white, cloth into the solution and gently blot from the outside of the stain toward the center. Keep moving to a clean area of the cloth as the stain is transferred.<\/p>\n
3. Rinse and Dry the Foam<\/h4>\n
Once the stain is gone, dip a clean white cloth in plain water and blot to remove any remaining soap. Allow the pillow to air dry completely. If you must speed the drying process, use a hairdryer set on cool to dry the cleaned area. Don’t be tempted to use a higher temperature setting – this could damage the foam.<\/p>\n
4. Or, Freshen a Pillow With Baking Soda<\/h4>\n
If the foam pillow just needs to be freshened, begin by removing the protective cover and tossing it in the wash. Sprinkle the entire pillow with baking soda, covering it well. Allow the baking soda to sit on the surface for at least an hour and then vacuum it away using the upholstery brush attachment on your vacuum. This will help absorb odors and remove any dust mites or pet hair that might be on the pillow. Flip the pillow over and repeat.<\/p>\n
Looking after your shredded memory foam pillow year in, year out<\/h2>\n
You may need to deep clean your pillow from time to time, but really, the key to a long-lasting relationship is taking care of your memory foam on a regular basis. A few points to know:<\/p>\n
\n- Pillows tend to absorb oils from our skin, hair, dust, dirt, and other unpleasantries.<\/li>\n
- I recommend washing your face each night, as well as showering to remove the day’s dirt and grime<\/li>\n
- I also *highly* recommend a removable pillow cover\/protector that is machine washable.<\/li>\n
- The protector should be made from a breathable natural fibre like cotton, bamboo, or linen and always used in addition to your regular pillowcase.<\/li>\n
- Wash it at least monthly (more often during hot weather or if someone is ill) and in hot water.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
By using a pillow protector, your memory foam pillow should only need to be thoroughly cleaned once, maybe<\/em> twice, a year unless there is a spill or accident.<\/p>\nThis is much more effective in looking after your memory foam pillow and lessens the risk in warping or damaging the foam during washing.<\/p>\n
Conclusion<\/h2>\n
I hope you’ve found this helpful in washing your own memory foam pillow. This is the exact process that worked for me. If you have any questions or experience any challenges along the way, let me know in the comments and I’ll see if I have any tips or tricks that can help you out.<\/p>\n
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