When it comes to bedding I'm concerned about the chance of bed bugs. This pillow obviously shouldn't be thrown in the wash. Just wondering if anyone has had any bed bug problems with respect to this product. I'm pregnant and would appreciate any swift...
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No bed bug problems at all! This item does have a separate pillow case that I wash regularly with hot water.
1206657
Mine has held up fine! We have one on my daughter's bed and it was there during overnight potty training, so it has been washed a lot. No problems.
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Hi. We recommend that the pillow be washed in cold water, on gentle cycle, and dried on low heat. The materials of our pillow are inherently hypoallergenic - the poly cluster fiber fill contains no known allergens. The outside covering is 100% mew cotton, which also contains no known allergens. The term hypoallergenic is usually an inherent quality and is not "made" to be hypoallergenic - otherwise chemicals would likely be used in the process (which they are NOT in our pillows). Dust mites should not be able to penetrate the fabric due to two factors: 1) the tightness of the weave, and 2) the sizing that is applied at the finishing stage. Over time (after multiple washings) that should still hold true, but there becomes a little more chance for them to get in. This is why a pillow protector could be a good combination. I would imagine that dander would also fall under this description. Alternatively, if you have bed bugs, you need a professional. I hope this helps! Thank you for your question!
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no where on this product does it say that it helps with bed bugs... it helps with dust mites. i am returning the product because it doesn't help with bed bugs. i got pillow protectors from saferest and that product does protect against bed bugs & dust mites.
392316
In the time that I have owned and used mine I have not had this issue. It remains the best pillow I've owned and if it did break down in a year or so, I would get another. I can occasionally smell the buckwheat but it isn't unpleasant. I just wish I had a pillowcase that fit it better. I'm not about to pay what the company wants for one of their's (like $30 or something dumb like that).
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I do not know how bad your infestation is . Mine was slight, and in one room only. My house is carpeted and as a precaution I spray weekly and so far so good . No noted bed bugs. So I will keep using it as a preventive measure. It seems that the spray has a residual effect . Once a week seems to keep it in check. So far so good.
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Your question reminded me that I had never washed my bed and it was long past due. I unzipped the hood to make two pieces again, took the cover off the cushion and decided not to wash the inner pillow. It seemed like it might deteriorate, so I just aired it out. I put everything else in my large front-loading washer, after having to brush a whole lot of hair out of the seams areas, thanks to my Sheltie. I dried all three pieces and it came out good as new. The hood part even stays up better (it had been kind of droopy, though my dog seems to love being it, even when it is rather collapsed and more like a cocoon.)Hope you have the same luck as I did in machine washing this bed. Your question reminded me that I had never washed my bed and it was long past due. I unzipped the hood to make two pieces again, took the cover off the cushion and decided not to wash the inner pillow. It seemed like it might deteriorate, so I just aired it out. I put everything else in my large front-loading washer, after having to brush a whole lot of hair out of the seams areas, thanks to my Sheltie. I dried all three pieces and it came out good as new. The hood part even stays up better (it had been kind of droopy, though my dog seems to love being it, even when it is rather collapsed... » Read More Your question reminded me that I had never washed my bed and it was long past due. I unzipped the hood to make two pieces again, took the cover off the cushion and decided not to wash the inner pillow. It seemed like it might deteriorate, so I just aired it out. I put everything else in my large front-loading washer, after having to brush a whole lot of hair out of the seams areas, thanks to my Sheltie. I dried all three pieces and it came out good as new. The hood part even stays up better (it had been kind of droopy, though my dog seems to love being it, even when it is rather collapsed and more like a cocoon.)Hope you have the same luck as I did in machine washing this bed. « Show Less
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Well, let me start by saying we don't have a bed bug issue in our home. That being said, if we did, there is no way they could make a home in our mattress with this cover. The cover completely protects out mattress, and is sealed really well. There is no way any liquid or bug would be able to get in. Hope this helps.
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I let it sit out of the plastic for several weeks rotating it during that time. Since I already had the pillow case to the old pillow I decided to double pillow case it and have been using it ever since and have had no problems. I am extremely sensitive to stuff and others may not be as sensitive to the packing materials as I am. I love this pillow and for me it was worth all I had to do. Hope this helps!
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I do not have a problem with bed bugs plus my bed is latex/soy which helps too. I use it to keep fluids off the mattress for warranty purposes only. Whenever I travel I keep my luggage off the floor and away from the bed. I also check the bed too in the hotel room. I keep laundry lint sheets inside my luggage. (not sure if using these sheets will help in keeping them away)
400553
I washed my mattress cover for the same size Sleep Innovations mattress with no problems whatsoever, twice. I was scared to put it in the dryer but it came out clean and soft just as any other laundry would. I did not use any bleach though.
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WASH IT??? What I got looked like a giant postage stamp. It was NOT a body pillow at all. It was a nightmare. It camestuffed in a box and flat as a pan cake. I think if it were to be washed, it would shrink and become nearly invisible
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I have used a top loading washing machine for the cover of the pillow inside the bed. I have not washed the pillow itself. I have not washed the outside of the bed at all. Our dogs are totally inside dogs (except for brief walks on sidewalks) and hypoallergenic so the sides of the bed do not appear soiled.
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Nope, it's been a problem. Check out my review where I discuss in detail. http://www.amazon.com/Newpoint-100-Percent-Cotton-Neckroll-Pillow/product-reviews/B001TH8M9O/ref=cm_cr_dp_qt_hist_three?ie=UTF8&filterBy;=addThreeStar&showViewpoints;=0
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I don't see how it would differ in terms of any other pillow w bed bug risk, it might be able to be put into an industrial or high capacity washer tho. It comes w a pillow case too
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Sad to say, I still detect that rubbery smell and I've wondered myself if it will completely leave. I'm not real convinced it will. I've put mine in a light flannel pillowcase and most of the time I'm not aware of the smell now. Makes you worry about fumes, though doesn't it?
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It doesn't specifically mention bedbugs, but the MSDS *does* specifically say this product is NOT for indoor residential use. I'm sure you could haul the mattress outside and treat it there, but it's still going to stink to high heaven for days to come. I don't have any first hand experience with bedbugs, but I have two kids and we had to do the lice thing once. We went into full decontamination mode in the house. I suspect bedbugs are no different and may be even more persistent. Simply spraying the mattress will probably *not* be enough and you will need to vacum, wash, spray, bag and lots of other things to permanently rid yourself of them. It doesn't specifically mention bedbugs, but the MSDS *does* specifically say this product is NOT for indoor residential use. I'm sure you could haul the mattress outside and treat it there, but it's still going to stink to high heaven for days to come. I don't have any first hand experience with bedbugs, but I have two kids and we had to do the lice thing once. We went into full decontamination mode in the house. I suspect bedbugs are no different and may be even more persistent. Simply spraying the mattress will probably *not* be enough and you will need to vacum, wash, spray, bag and... » Read More It doesn't specifically mention bedbugs, but the MSDS *does* specifically say this product is NOT for indoor residential use. I'm sure you could haul the mattress outside and treat it there, but it's still going to stink to high heaven for days to come. I don't have any first hand experience with bedbugs, but I have two kids and we had to do the lice thing once. We went into full decontamination mode in the house. I suspect bedbugs are no different and may be even more persistent. Simply spraying the mattress will probably *not* be enough and you will need to vacum, wash, spray, bag and lots of other things to permanently rid yourself of them. « Show Less