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How to choose a Pillow

A good nights sleep can all start from choosing your pillow

All pillows are not created equal. Almost 1/3 of our life is spent sleeping; it makes me tired just thinking about it. There are two basic pillow choices: natural or synthetic fill. Natural consists of feather, down, or a combination of both. Synthetic fill is most commonly polyester.

The best natural fill pillows consist of down and will conform comfortably to your head and neck. These are long lasting and durable, and of course more expensive. But you will get your money's worth in the long run. Synthetic varies in its level of quality, the most supportive and conforming being a poly-cluster pillow, which is most like down.

THREAD COUNT: Surprisingly important is the number of threads per square inch of fabric. The higher the thread count, the more durable and softer the fabric. Obviously you will cover your pillow, but the thread count is vital to the durability of the pillow. Not only will a higher thread count keep the fill in where it belongs, it will also help keep out impurities.

One other factor to consider is the warranty. A better pillow will be backed by a longer warranty.

SIZING: The proper SIZE pillow can satisfy a variety of needs, as well as ensure the best look on top of your bed. Here are common sizes:

•  STANDARD: 20 x 26 inches - Uses a Standard size pillowcase. Use one pillow on a Twin bed, two on a Full or Queen bed, and three on a King.
• QUEEN: 20 x 30 inches - Uses the same pillow combinations as above. Since there is no Queen size pillowcase, use a Standard size pillowcase with a Queen size pillow. It fills up a Standard pillowcase more completely, and it is also a perfect fit across the top of your Queen size bed.
• KING: 20 x 36 inches - You guessed it, use these pillows on your King size bed. These extra long pillows are perfectly paired across the top of both an Eastern and Cal-King bed, and use a King size pillowcase.
• EURO: 26 x 26 inches - These large, square pillows are great to prop yourself up in bed with. They are also an added decorative accent when covered with a decorative pillow sham, as there is no actual Euro pillowcase.
• TRAVEL: 12 x 16 inches - Small and easy to travel with and especially good to have for long trips. Take a Travel size pillow whenever you need some added comfort and support. Uses a Travel size pillowcase.

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