A Simple Guide To Washing Your Buckwheat Aroma Pillow

Buckwheat pillows are a great investment, as they can last for up to 20 years with proper care. However, they do need to be cleaned every few months to keep them fresh and odour-free. The pillowcase should be washed intermittently, but the pillow itself will also need to be cleaned occasionally. Here's how to do it without ruining your pillow.

How to wash a buckwheat aroma pillow

How to wash the pillowcase

To wash the pillowcase of a buckwheat pillow, follow these steps:

Firstly, remove the buckwheat hulls by carefully pouring them into a container. A paper bag is a good option, as it will hold its shape and make pouring easier. Be sure to do this over a flat surface to avoid spillage. You can also lay the buckwheat pillow flat and open the zipper to allow the hulls to fall directly into the bag.

Next, turn the pillowcase inside out and ensure that all the hulls are removed, especially from any nooks and crannies.

Now, it's time to wash the pillowcase. Machine wash the case with cold water on a normal or slow cycle. Avoid using bleach, and do not mix with non-textiles. Alternatively, you can hand wash the pillowcase in cold water with mild laundry detergent.

After washing, avoid putting the pillowcase in the dryer, as this can cause shrinkage. Instead, hang it up to air dry.

Once the pillowcase is completely dry, you can refill it with the buckwheat hulls. Ask a friend to help by holding the case while you pour the hulls back in.

How to dry the buckwheat hulls

If your buckwheat pillow has got wet, it's important to act quickly. First, remove the pillowcase and set the buckwheat hulls aside in a safe place. Then, wash the pillowcase with cold water and hang it up to dry.

If the buckwheat hulls are completely soaked, they should be replaced with new ones. Saturating the hulls with any kind of liquid may cause them to lose their supportive, three-dimensional shape. It is impossible to clean coffee or any other liquid from soaked hulls, and they may develop mould.

However, if the buckwheat hulls are only slightly damp, they can be thoroughly dried out and rejuvenated in the sun. Find a clean container and carefully pour the hulls into it. Make sure that the container is in a safe place where children or pets won't knock them over or play with them. Place the container in a bright, sunny window for a few hours, fluffing the hulls periodically.

It's a good idea to place your buckwheat pillow in the sun for a few hours once or twice a year. The warmth of the sun will leave your pillow feeling fresh. Just be wary of rain storms!

How to wash the inner casing

To wash the inner casing of a buckwheat pillow, follow these steps:

Firstly, lay the buckwheat pillow on a flat surface, with the zippered end inside the open end of a clean pillowcase. Ensure the pillowcase is tucked under the buckwheat pillow. This will prevent any buckwheat hulls from spilling out when you open the pillow.

Next, carefully unzip the buckwheat pillow and pull the pillowcase around it, allowing the hulls to fall into the bottom of the pillowcase. Turn the pillow cover inside out to get all the hulls out of the corners. Once the buckwheat pillow is empty, tie up the pillowcase to prevent the hulls from escaping.

Now, you can wash the inner casing. The inner casing can be washed in a washing machine with cold water and a mild detergent. Alternatively, you can hand wash the inner casing in cold water. Do not put the casing in the dryer, as this may cause it to shrink. Instead, hang it up to air dry.

Once the inner casing is completely dry, you can return the buckwheat hulls to the pillow. Untie the pillowcase and carefully pour the hulls back into the casing.

How to prevent mould

Buckwheat pillows should not be put directly into the washing machine or dryer. The pillowcase can be washed, but the buckwheat hulls should be removed first and set in the sun to dry.

To prevent mould, it is important to keep your buckwheat pillow protected inside a standard pillowcase. This will allow you to wash just the pillowcase, so the pillow itself doesn’t need cleaning so frequently. It is also important to keep the outside of your pillow laundered occasionally to prevent the buckwheat hulls from getting mouldy.

If you do need to wash the buckwheat hulls, make sure to dry them thoroughly. Hulls that are completely soaked should be replaced with new ones, as saturation may cause them to lose their supportive, three-dimensional shape. If the hulls are just damp, they can be dried out and rejuvenated in the sun. Place them in a clean container in a bright, sunny window for a few hours, fluffing them periodically.

To prevent mould, it is recommended that you place your buckwheat pillow in the sun for a few hours once or twice a year. The warmth of the sun will leave your pillow fresh and mould-free.

How to store buckwheat pillows

To store buckwheat pillows, follow these steps:

Firstly, it is important to keep your buckwheat pillow protected inside a standard pillowcase, just like any other type of pillow. This will ensure the pillow itself doesn't need to be washed frequently, as stains and smells will be absorbed by the pillowcase.

If your buckwheat pillow does need a refresh, you can follow these steps:

• Remove the buckwheat hulls by pouring them into a large container. A paper bag works well as it will hold its shape, making pouring easier.
• Turn the fabric case inside out and make sure to remove all the buckwheat hulls from the corners and crevices so that they don't get into your washing machine.
• Wash the case in cold water (75-85°F) and air dry. Do not put it in the dryer as cotton can shrink.
• Refill the pillowcase with the buckwheat hulls.

Now that your buckwheat pillow is clean, you can store it in a cool, dry place. It is a good idea to place your pillow in the sun for a few hours once or twice a year to freshen it up. You can do this by laying the pillow out in a warm window or outside in a safe place. Be wary of rain storms!

If you are looking to store your buckwheat pillow for a longer period, ensure it is somewhere dry and that the pillow is completely dry before packing it away. You could also add some lavender or dried flowers to the buckwheat hulls to keep the pillow fresh.

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