What is a pillow cover?
A pillow cover, sometimes referred to as a
pillow encasing, zippered encasing or allergy pillow cover, looks like a basic white pillowcase with a zipper.
Though it may look like a normal pillowcase, it is specifically
designed to block out dust mites and other allergens. The major differences between a pillowcase and pillow cover are that pillow covers zip up
tight to completely encase your pillow and are made of a fabric that prevents allergens from passing through it. Pillow covers act as a physical barrier
between the inside of your pillow and allergens. Allergy Armor pillow
covers are designed to be used underneath a normal decorative
pillowcase.
Why do you need a pillow cover?
If you wake up in the morning with a stuffy nose, itchy eyes, sore
throat, or other allergy symptoms, you are probably allergic to dust
mites. Dust mites are microscopic creatures that thrive in bedding and
feast on human skin flakes. Unfortunately, at least 10% of Americans are
allergic to dust mite waste particles and regularly experience morning
congestion and restless nights. To learn more about dust mites,
see our Dust
Mite Fact Sheet.
Pillow encasings will alleviate your allergy symptoms by physically blocking allergens from settling into your bedding
allowing you to rest soundly and wake up breathing clearly.
How does a pillow cover work?
Specially blended fabrics keep dust mites and dust mite allergens from
penetrating. Like all textiles, our fabrics have tiny pores that allow air to pass through the material making it breathable and cool. Unlike other textiles,
Allergy Armor Ultra pillow covers have an average pore size of 2.8 microns
so that even the smallest allergens cannot pass through. (Dust mite allergen averages around 10 microns, but cat
and dog dander may
be as small as 3 microns.) With such a tiny average pore size, allergens are blocked from entering your bedding and disrupting your sleep.
What does "membrane-free" mean?
Allergy Armor Classic has a urethane membrane barrier to block allergens. The membrane barrier is also waterproof, and so we normally recommend these
encasings for small children. Membrane-free encasings are softer, more comfortable, and more breathable; they rely on tight-weaving technology to create pore
sizes so small that allergens cannot pass through the fabric. Our membrane free encasings include
Allergy Armor Ultra,
Allergy Armor Advanced,
Allergy Armor Cotton, and
Allergy Armor Organic.
How do you use a pillow cover?
Pillow covers are extremely easy to put on. Simply slip
your pillow into it, zip it up, and then put your normal decorative
pillow case over your dust mite pillow encasing. As an added precaution, some people cover the zipper of the pillow with white or blue
zipper tape to prevent allergens from potentially coming in through the zipper.
How do you care for a pillow cover?
Caring for a mattress or pillow cover is simple. Just machine wash on
warm or hot, and gently tumble dry. Do not use bleach. Pillow covers can
be washed every two weeks. Mattress covers only need to be washed two to
three times per year.
Why Organic?
Allergy Armor Organic contains no dyes, no
treatments, and no added chemicals of any kind. It's ideal for chemical sensitivities and sensitive skin. You
will love the
all-natural, soft feel of Allergy Armor Organic. It has been tested for VOC emissions and
it easily passed. When
you sleep on Allergy Armor Organic, you are
sleeping on nature's best.
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