Pillows-Care
Care
Pillows should be aired regularly. The removable
"cover" should be washed frequently to remove soil before
it migrates to the ticking and filling.
The exterior cover is called "ticking." It is finely
woven fabric, usually cotton fiber, woven in satin
weave. Traditional printed patterns are used. Most will
show through a pillow case fabric.
It is recommended that all pillows be covered with a
'pillow cover' of white cotton fabric. Instead of a
purchased zipper pillow cover, a white pillow case can
be used, loosely basted at the open end. Protective
covers of plastic can be purchased if a person is prone
to perspire; however, they may feel "warmer" to the head,
and may make noise during movement. Vinyl covers may also
be used on natural down or feather pillows by persons who
are allergic to them.