Pillows 

The term 'pillow' refers to the soft, supportive cushion you rest your head on at night. Here at Secret Linen Store, we offer a lovely range of pillows with different fillings and firmness levels to help you get your best night's sleep. We also have beautiful duvet covers and pillowcases to dress them in.

You’ll feel oh so comfortable with one pillow underneath your head and a second pillow relieving pressure elsewhere in your body. 

For a back sleeper, a pillow under the knees works magic to prevent back strain, while it sits best between the knees for a side sleeper. Are you one of the rare tummy sleepers? Slide your pillow under your pelvis for your comfiest sleep.

This is a very personal choice. Generally, side sleepers benefit from a firmer pillow, back sleepers from a medium one, and front sleepers from a soft one. The goal is to keep your head and neck aligned with your spine. 

Our pillow buying guide is full of helpful advice.

We recommend replacing your pillows every one to two years to ensure they are providing the best support and remain fresh and hygienic. A simple test is to fold your pillow in half; if it doesn't spring back, it might be time for a new one.

Can pillows be washed?

Give your pillows a wash twice yearly to keep them fresh, hygienic, and free from dust mites. Just remember to follow the instructions on the label carefully to avoid damaging your pillow. 

How a pillow should be washed depends largely on fill type. You wouldn’t wash feather pillows the way you would a hollowfibre pillow.

To ensure your pillow lasts as long as possible, head to our pillow care guide.

Hypoallergenic pillows are made with materials that resist allergens such as dust mites, mould, and pet dander. They are a great choice for individuals with allergies or asthma, as they help reduce the risk of triggering allergic reactions. 

All the case fabrics used for our Secret Linen Store pillows are certified to meet the NOMITE® standard, and all our feather and down products are NOMITE® certified and labelled, which means they are suitable for use by those who suffer from asthma or dust mite allergies. 

Read more about sleeping sound despite allergies in our blog.