Pillows: How do you choose the perfect pillow? (29)
Pillows: How do you choose the perfect pillow?
A good pillow ensures that you can sleep comfortably. And a good night's rest is an important pillar of your overall health. This makes choosing the right pillow, alongside a good mattress, very important. Which type of pillow is best for you depends largely on your sleeping position. The best pillow is not the same for stomach sleepers as it is for back sleepers and side sleepers. Furthermore, you likely have a personal preference regarding the different types of materials available for the filling and the cover. We are happy to help you buy your ideal pillow.
The right pillow for your sleeping position
Most people have a favorite sleeping position, despite tossing and turning a bit in their sleep. Whether on your stomach, your back, or you are a true side sleeper, your sleeping position is an important factor when choosing your mattress and pillow. It is important that your pillow properly supports your head and neck. There is a different suitable pillow for every sleeping position. For instance, side sleepers need a higher pillow than back sleepers, and for a true stomach sleeper, a high pillow is not practical at all. Read below to find out which pillow is the right one for you.
Pillow for stomach sleepers
If your favorite sleeping position is on your stomach, a low and soft pillow is the best option. This keeps your head and neck neutral relative to your back, which will prevent annoying aches and pains. There is even a special type of pillow for people who sleep on their stomach. This pillow is soft, Adjustable in thickness and also extra breathable. A good sleeping pillow with ventilating properties is a very suitable pillow for you as a stomach sleeper, because you are more likely to lie with your face in your pillow.
Pillow for back sleepers
Do you like sleeping on your back? Then, in terms of height and firmness, you need a average pillow needed. To provide optimal neck support, a good pillow for a back sleeper should not sink in too much, but also not be too high. This is to prevent the head and neck from lying at an angle relative to the back. Some back sleepers find a type of pillow with extra firmness in the neck comfortable, but this is not strictly necessary. Others like a contour around the shoulders, so that the center of gravity of the head is shifted to the middle of the pillow. This improves the sleeping position, causing you to toss and turn less in your sleep.
Pillow for side sleepers
If you are a side sleeper, there is a good chance that you are sleeping on a pillow that is too soft or too thin. Side sleepers actually need a higher pillow than stomach or back sleepers. You want your neck to be optimally supported and for your head, neck, and back to lie in a straight line. That is why a sturdier A pillow is important for this sleeping position. Optionally, you can opt for the type of pillow with a cutout for the shoulder, depending on your personal preference. A down pillow might be less comfortable for side sleepers because it gets flatter due to the weight of your head. A pillow that retains its shape somewhat is better in this case.
Type of pillow
As you have already read, not every type of pillow is suitable for every sleeping position. That is why there are all kinds of different pillows for side sleepers, back sleepers, and stomach sleepers. And also special pillows such as anti-allergy pillows and ergonomic pillows with a contour at the neck and shoulders.
The shapes of sleeping pillows are not always the same. A standard pillow is 60x70 cm, full in the middle and lowest at the corners (point pillow).However, this is by no means the best pillow for everyone. That is why there are also pillows in other sizes and shapes.
Anti-allergy pillow
Even with an allergy to dust mites, for example, you can enjoy a good night's sleep with special pillows. For example, the pillows from Vandyck. Ergonomic The series is anti-allergic. With other anti-allergy pillows in our range, the ticking is treated with AEGIS Antimicrobial Technology. This prevents contact with dust mites and bacteria. The pillows below from our range have undergone this treatment:
Allergy Free soft, medium and firm pillow
Ventilation BSK, soft and medium pillow
Pressure Relief pillow
Box cushion
A box cushion It has a raised edge, giving the pillow a more rectangular shape. This allows the edge of the pillow to retain its shape better, which can be comfortable for sleeping on your side or back. How firm the edge and the rest of the pillow feel depends on the type of filling. For instance, a box pillow with 90% down will yield more than a box pillow with only 15% down or synthetic fibers. These are the box pillows in our range:
Premium Box Short Fiber pillow
Premium Box 90 pillow
Pure Nature Box pillow
Cushion with shoulder contour
In our assortment, you will find various pillows with a shoulder contour. These are designed to rest your shoulders against the pillow so that it more or less hugs your neck. This type of pillow provides firmness for the head by shifting the center of gravity toward the middle. This ensures a firmer sleeping position and therefore a more restful sleep with less tossing and turning. These are the sleeping pillows with a shoulder contour in our assortment:
Pressure Relief soft pillow
Feel Good soft pillow
Feel Good medium pillow
Allergy Free soft pillow
Allergy Free medium pillow
Shape-retaining cushion
Some pillows with a shoulder contour and firm filling retain their shape reasonably well. However, if you are specifically looking for a shape-retaining pillow, you should take a look at the Ergonomic pillows. This series of pillows from Vandyck consists of three heights (10, 12, and 14 cm), all three in soft and medium firmness. This type of pillow is filled with 100% natural latex with a consistently high density, meaning it is a firmer pillow than all other pillows in our collection. Latex also offers a firmer feel than a memory foam pillow, although memory foam pillows are also shape-retaining. A shape-retaining pillow will be particularly suitable for side sleeping positions and, in some cases, for back sleepers.
Different types of materials
Our assortment consists of pillows made from various materials, each with its own specific properties. Not only is the filling material important for the unique quality of a sleeping pillow, but the ticking is also important. The ticking is the outer covering of pillows and duvets. Although you will still use the pillowcases from your duvet cover, the type of material used for the ticking definitely affects your sleeping comfort.
Filling
Our collection of Vandyck pillows includes both down pillows and pillows with synthetic filling.With down pillows, there is a difference in fill weight, providing a diversity in comfort ranging from super soft to firm. The down used is pure white goose down, supplemented with small goose feathers. A down The pillow is easy to shape, which is a great advantage for some people. Down offers wonderful warmth, which is nice during the colder seasons. However, down is also pleasant to use during the rest of the year because it is highly breathable. One thing to keep in mind with a down pillow is that it will lose volume slightly faster and is not machine washable.
Our pillows that do not contain down have been designed with great care by Vandyck to meet various needs. Think of natural fillings such as latex and Java kapok, or synthetic fillings such as polyester fibers (and small balls) and various variants of Dacron Comforel. We also have a collection of adjustable pillows where you can easily add or remove filling yourself to achieve the desired comfort. Not every pillow without down is washable, So pay close attention to this if it is important to you.
ticking material
Most Vandyck pillows have a cotton ticking. Cotton is naturally highly moisture-absorbent and breathable, making it an ideal material for your bed.
However, polyester was deliberately chosen for some pillows. For instance, the Ventilation series consists of a combination of twill cotton, 3D woven polyester, and microfiber. The use of polyester fibers creates an open structure which, in combination with the type of filling, ensures a fresh and dry night's sleep.
New pillow from Bath&Living
Do you want to buy a new pillow? You can do so at Bath.&Living online too! All pillows from our range are available on our webshop. We try to provide as much information as possible so that you can place your order with informed decisions. We ensure that you receive your order as quickly as possible.
However, a good pillow is such a personal matter that we understand if you prefer to come to the store. Here, we can provide you with extensive advice and you can feel the pillows first. Once you have found your perfect pillow, you can complement your purchase with other items for your bed. We have duvets, pillow protectors, mattress protectors, duvet covers, bedspreads, and flat sheets. All from the high-quality Dutch brand Vandyck, so they are beautifully coordinated in terms of color and quality.