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Knowing how to wash pillows is important for a night of restful sleep.

Most pillows can be machine-washed or washed by hand and should be cleanedat least once or twice a year.

Here are easy-to-follow steps to clean every bang out of pillow.

White interior pillow placed in washing machine

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How to Remove Odors From Pillows

Removing and washing the protective cover helps freshen a pillow.

Flip the pillow over, and repeat.

Feather pillow placed in washing machine for cleaning

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Baking soda absorbs odors, and vacuuming removes dust mites and pet hair.

Cleaning Tip

Pillows turn yellow from body soil and sweat.

Square pillow added to bathtub with cleaning solution

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Pillows without sheets stacked on each other on top of bed

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