Pillow talk “SOME THINGS are meant . to. last forever — but your . pillow isn’t one of them. Good. hygiene dictates that -- pillows be replaced much sooner. . than the seven-year average. “.. :Resides-dust mites, pillows col- = Ject dust - and dirt, dead skin flakes; perspiration and. saliva. They also tose their loft. (height) “and become lumpy and discolored with every-night use. - ‘In: general, if you’ve had. -your illow. fortwo to three years ‘(about 1,000 - nights. of use) or would be embarassed about letting - ‘see your. pillow without, its — ere ‘are’ some’ tips for finding a How’ you can really ’ sink -< When: you: sleep, your head doesn’t. have the support of your 7 it dees during the day.” b5-b. bowling ‘ ‘this. project, mi expert.make sure the item’: fhe‘ gives. the thin pillow won’t provide enough support. Let your siceping position guide you in your choice. Experts sug- gest that if you sleep on your side, your pillow should be fairly firm to properly support your head and neck, , If you’re a back-sleeper, a me- dium-firm pillow will allow more “give.” People who sleep on their stomachs should. choose a soft pillow to lessen the strain the position places on their necks. - Inside basics Once you’ve determined how firm your pillow should be, you have another decision to make: its content. Pillows are filled with polyester fiberfill, down/feathers or foam. . Down is usually. the most ex~- ; ~pensive,. offering :: a‘: luxurious “give” and exceptional durability. - Check the .product label to see what percentage of down it con-. tains — the more down, the softer and more expensive the pillow. Foam pillows come in a variety of price’ rariges and ‘include the “new “orthopedic’’ pillows, as well . "as conventional styles. - One popular type. of orthopedic. : [ pillow: is’ the. . Piliow, which is “specially. “neck: support’ engineered to provide the right amount of support for your head and neck. Conventional foam pillows are made of polyurethane foam or latex, which is a more costly, high-quality synthetic rubber. Many people prefer the “bounce’’ of a foam-filled pillow, which retains its shape, but can’t be fluffed like down or fiberfill. Most popular pitlow The majority of consumers buy polyester fiberfil! pillows. These are. non-allergenic and are avail- able in a variety of ‘‘feels,” from soft to firm, and in a range of prices. : Check the label. Branded fibers are often an assurance of quality. A nice benefit of polyester pillows is their washability — par- . ticularly if you’re one of the mil- lions of people who are allergic to .. dust mites. These microscopic organisms can live in pillows, causing stuffy or runny noses, sinus congestion, - sneezing and coughing. Washing your pillows periodically kills these mites. " Down-filled pillows, by con- trast, are harder.to launder and ., May cause additional problems for People with allergies. c for reupholstering ‘A not been ‘pretreated ‘with a soil ~ retardant, . ask: to -have it treated . “before delivery. — it's worth the .. one-piece construction, three smail extra cost! - Also, remember ‘to order some “extra ‘yardage: for the tie-backs or throw. pillows to coordinate with "other areas in the room.’ Now let’s consider the style of - the. furniture. Perhaps it doesn’t “complement your other fur- -onishings.” Here is where a know- Sedgeable craftsman can perform wonders! |.