Not as risqué as the title may suggest! I want to know how often you all replace your pillows.
I actually don't remember the last time I got new pillows but I always wash the pillow cover that goes beneath the case. Are there health/hygiene issues with pillow lifespan, or is it more of a comfort-based decision for you?
I was changing mine every 3 months because it went flat and gave me neck aches.Then I found this you beauty latex low allergentic bacteria proof moulded pillow,cost a bomb but is the best pillow Ive had, its 2 years old and as perfect as the day I bought it.
I have saved pillow cases from sets now gone, purchased pillow cases from opshops or even new, usually in a white colour and I use at least three to maintain the freshness of all my bed pillows and I then put the cover on matching the sheets for the week.
You could instead use pillow protectors but I find you need at least three if you want to keep the pillow looking original, especially if you have a partner that snores or drawls, gosh that sounds grose doesn't it but no one can control what they do when they're asleep!!
The extra cases can always be bleach washed or washed in napisan when doing the usual change. It's a method my mother taught me over 40 years ago and it's a cheap alternative to having to replace expensive pillows or having manky looking pillows in a short space of time.
I also have a contoured pillow for good neck support and they are over $100 so protecting them for as long as possible is imperative. I don't buy cheap twin pack pillows, I try to buy good quality med density pillows for my guests, although most people who regularly sleep away from home tend to take their own favourite pillow anyway.
I only change or replace our pilows if all my protection fails.
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