Which pillow will you choose: synthetic or down?
Down pillows are made up of 25 percent feathers and 75 percent down, the softer layer of feathers found under the duck or geese feathers. Down pillows are less noisy and a more comfortable alternative to feather pillows, which are filled with 90 to 95 percent feathers. Both of these pillows have benefits and drawbacks compared to their synthetic alternatives. When looks for a pillow, it is important to choose a pillow that meets your needs.
Down Pillows
Down pillows, made from a mixture of feathers and down, offer a soft, cloudlike experience for your head. Unfortunately, down pillows do little to support your neck while you are sleeping. If you choose down pillows, look for one with a high volume of fill per pillow in order to get the support you need. These pillows have been known to cause allergic reactions for people with dander and microbial allergies. However, some brands have been known to take the allergens out of their feathers before using them. Many down pillows must be cleaned regularly to keep dust and dirt from building up and require fluffing and shaking to keep them loft and even.
Synthetic Pillows
Synthetic pillows made of a polyester fill or fiberfill, which is an excellent alternative to down. These pillows are often considered a hypoallergenic alternative to down pillows because they do not use traditional feathers and down in order to support your head. They are significantly less expensive than real down and are easily cared for. Synthetic pillows are generally machine washable and need only the occasional fluff in order to maintain their shape. Made of a puff of polyester, synthetic down alternatives offer more support than their natural cousins and even offer their sleeper a cooler experience as they do not hold heat. Standard polyester fill pillows offer different levels of firmness so sleepers will be able to find something that is comfortable for them.
Each of these pillows are a comfortable option but which one will you choose for your night’s rest? For more information on choosing your pillow, stop by All American Mattress today!
Pillow Shopping at All American Mattress
One of the simplest ways to turn sleep into a treasure and not a chore is to find a mattress that makes you seriously comfortable. This will not only get you excited about sleep, but it will make it easier to have a restful night. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with your local mattress and furniture experts at All American Mattress. Stop by or contact All American Mattress at 410-451-9006 today! We have all of the brand names you know and trust at affordable prices. With the areas, only commission-free sales staff, All American Mattress’ staff will help you pick out the right bed for your comfort and your budget.