How To Clean PU Pillows The Cleanest

Like sheets, pillows need to be washed frequently to get rid of dust, sweat stains and odors. The advantage of polyurethane pillows is that they can withstand machine washing and drying. Check the directions on your pillow and follow the manufacturer’s directions for proper cleaning. If you can’t find the label, the safest thing to do is to use warm water and run the washer on the soft cycle.

Gentle Wash

Put the pillow in the washing machine, then choose a load-balancing time. If the washing machine has an agitator, the pillow should be placed vertically next to the agitator to avoid clogging or snagging. Choose a gentle and easy wash program so the pillow only needs agitation for a few minutes. Use neutral detergent, the amount should be less than normal washing. An extra rinse cycle removes excess soap and residue. Adding an extra spin cycle squeezes out moisture and shortens drying time.

Ideal Drying Method

Shake the pillows before putting them in the dryer, this will help them retain their shape. Select low temperature and check every 20 minutes. Don’t forget to rock the pillow while checking. Put some dry balls in your pillow to help it fluff up and avoid old pillows from building up.

Eliminate Odor

Whether it’s sweat, hair oil, smoking, or air pollution that causes your pillow to smell, it’s best to let it dry outside for a few hours before washing. Sprinkling some vinegar on your pillow can help get rid of bad smells. If the pillow still smells after washing, you can use a cup of vinegar instead of dish soap and wash it again. Add a half cup of baking soda in the final rinse to further eliminate odors, but leave out the dish soap.

Remove Yellow Stains

Sweat, moisture, and body fat can turn pillows yellow. You can restore it to its original white color with hot water and homemade bleach. The recipe for homemade bleach is a cup of laundry detergent, dish soap, non-chlorine bleach, and half a cup of borax. Add all the ingredients to the water and put the powder into the pillow after it dissolves. Turn pillow over during wash to ensure all surfaces are bleached. Rinse and give an extra spin before drying to remove all residue.