What Are The Different Types Of Pillow Fillings

People are sometimes very choosy in their pillows. Various people like various types of pillows; soft, supportive, low, high or firm. This uniqueness in pillows is achieved through the stuffing or filling, if you would, of the pillows. There are many types of fillings and every filling has different characteristics and appeal which is preferred by different people. Some types of fillings are described below:

1. Down Pillow Filling

A down is the lower side or underside of a bird’s feather. In simple words, the fluffy side of the feather is the down. Down filled pillows are very soft and light. These pillows are the ones that you can cuddle with. They are also very durable and lasts long. They are easy to shape, cool and airy and everything in between. Sometimes feathers are added to add volume to them. The flipside of them are that they do not provide a lot of height. They absorb some heat from your head which can be a little uncomfortable. They need to be fluffed occasionally to maintain shape and isn’t ideal for a person who has chronic allergies. Moreover, they look great in rectangular throw pillow covers.

2. Feather Pillow Filling

Feather filled pillows are exactly what the name suggests. They are filled with feathers and are cheaper versions of the down pillow. Over time, these pillows will become flat. They are moldable but require constant fluffing to retain its shape. The feather quills poke through the covers which are spiky and can ruin your whole experience. Again, not ideal for people with chronic allergies.

3. Polyester Pillow Filling

Polyester pillows are very lightweight pillows with synthetic fiber stuffed in them. They are durable for up to two years and with rectangular throw pillow covers, they can last up to more. They are easy to clean and very cheap. Although they don’t have much ventilation which can make your pillow warm. They can get flat very quickly due to the clumping issue. They can absorb dirt and sweat but they are easy to clean.

4. Memory Foam Pillow Filling

Memory foam pillows are one of the better pillows available. These pillows are filled with foam that forms its shape to the shape of your neck a and returns to its original shape. The memory foam pillows have holes on the inside which allows the air to circulate and doesn’t let germs to accommodate. Due to the different chemicals used in memory foam, there is a strange smell that emits from the pillow which many people will debate on being toxic. The upside to these pillows are that they don’t clump. However, they can become soft or too thin due the absorption of heat. Use of rectangular throw pillow covers is recommended.

5. Latex Pillow Filling

Latex is an extract from a rubber tree. This material is than cast into a pillow filling. Latex pillows are getting popular by the day. They offer the soft feeling of a natural, organic pillow. These pillows are also good for the support that your head needs. They have long lasting materials, are eco-friendly, cooler in comparison with memory foam. However, these pillows are quite expensive and also nonadjustable and usually quite heavy.

These are few of the many types of pillow fillings and something for you to choose from.