{"id":2621,"date":"2022-03-11T08:26:07","date_gmt":"2022-03-11T08:26:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebeddingplanet.com\/?p=2621"},"modified":"2022-05-04T09:46:34","modified_gmt":"2022-05-04T09:46:34","slug":"how-to-sleep-on-a-bamboo-pillow","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thebeddingplanet.com\/how-to-sleep-on-a-bamboo-pillow\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Sleep on a Bamboo Pillow: Guide and Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>This post is a part of\u00a0the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/thebeddingplanet.com\/bamboo-pillows-a-complete-buyers-guide\/\">complete polyester pillow buyers guide<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You finally received your long-awaited bamboo pillow and you can\u2019t believe it when you receive it. It\u2019s tightly rolled, compressed or vacuum-sealed, and when you unroll it, it\u2019s as flat as a pancake. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019re supposed to sleep on this \u2014 and be comfortable?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/thebeddingplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/How-to-Sleep-on-a-Bamboo-Pillow-Guide-and-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2623\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thebeddingplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/How-to-Sleep-on-a-Bamboo-Pillow-Guide-and-Tips.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thebeddingplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/How-to-Sleep-on-a-Bamboo-Pillow-Guide-and-Tips-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thebeddingplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/How-to-Sleep-on-a-Bamboo-Pillow-Guide-and-Tips-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t be alarmed. That is the way bamboo pillows are packaged and shipped to save you money on shipping. It\u2019s just a temporary stance. Once you get the pillow, there are things you can do to make it sleepable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this post, we\u2019ll provide some guides and tips for how to sleep on a bamboo pillow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s it Like to Sleep on a Bamboo Pillow?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bamboo pillows are most often memory foam-filled pillows covered with the softes cover. The cover is made from bamboo, which has been broken down into fibers and spun into a yarn used to make a bamboo-based fabric. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s among the softest fabrics in the world and extremely comfortable. To make it even more appealing, it\u2019s hypoallergenic and antimicrobial.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/thebeddingplanet.com\/why-should-you-use-a-memory-foam-pillow\/\">memory foam in and of itself makes your pillow soft and supple<\/a>, but the cover doubles that comfort. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Needless to say, once you\u2019ve unpacked your bamboo pillow and followed our guides and tips, you\u2019ll be ready for countless nights of your most comfortable sleeping ever.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Breaking in Your Bamboo Pillow<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After unwrapping your pillow, there are a few things you will need to do to get ready for sleeping:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Allow it to off-gas<\/strong>: You\u2019ll notice a slightly unpleasant <a href=\"https:\/\/thebeddingplanet.com\/why-do-bamboo-pillows-smell\/\">smell from your pillow<\/a>. That is a natural smell and it will dissipate after a few days. The process of allowing the smell to leave on its own is called off-gassing. Allow it to air out as much as possible before using it.<\/li><li><strong>Break up the foam<\/strong>: Once the pillow has dissipated, shake the bamboo pillow to loosen the shredded memory foam inside of it. You may need to knead it a little with your hands.<\/li><li><strong>Refresh it<\/strong>: Remove the bamboo pillow casing from the pillow to run the pillow in the dryer. Throw a few dryer balls or tennis balls in the dryer with the pillow and run it on low heat for about 10 minutes. When the cycle is complete, fluff up the pillow. Stick the pillow cover in the washer to wash it, and <a href=\"https:\/\/thebeddingplanet.com\/how-to-clean-and-dry-a-bamboo-pillow\/\">dry it in the dryer separately from the pillow<\/a>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips for Sleeping on Your Bamboo Pillow<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #1: Adjust Your Pillow<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your bamboo pillow is unique from most other pillows, in that it has a zipper that allows you to adjust the amount of shredded foam in your pillow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the zipper feature to adjust your foam to the loft that you need to have the most comfortable sleep of your life. You can take foam out or add as you need. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Any foam you take out of the pillow should be placed in a storage bag in case you decide you need to add some at a later date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>*Remember though that not all bamboo pillows come with shredded memory foam, some come with firm memory foam instead, and if you happen to have a firm memory foam pillow, you won&#8217;t be able to adjust the height as easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip#2: Fluff and Pump Regularly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Over time, your pillow will flatten from supporting your heavy head, neck and shoulders. You\u2019ll gradually begin to notice this. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you fluff regularly, you\u2019ll tend to notice it less. It\u2019s preferable to fluff when you make your bed in the morning so it has the entire day to air out and rebound. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also give it a quick plumping before you sleep at night for added measure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some ways to plump your pillow by hand are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Give it a good shake: Give your pillow a good shake and flip it over a few times to help break up any memory foam shreds that may be pushed up against one another. This allows room for the shreds to spread out and to let more air in between each piece. If you have a polyfill or other similar type of soft fiber blended with your shredded foam, this also lets it distribute more evenly within the pillow.<\/li><li>Give it some good punches: Now that your pillow is well shaken up, turn it on its long side and give it a few good karate chop-like punches. This helps break the filling up even further and allows the shreds to rotate and redistribute to lay differently than they may have been previously.<\/li><li>Give it a good grab and push: Now, grab hold of each short end with both hands and vigorously push the ends together and pull back apart a few times. When you do all three of these movements, you are better able to affect each of the shreds, allow full expansion of the foam and fiberfill, and help air out the pillow.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Regularly fluff your pillow by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Removing the bamboo pillow casing from the pillow to run the pillow in the dryer. Throw a few dryer balls or tennis balls in the dryer with the pillow and run it on low heat for about 10 minutes. When the cycle is complete, fluff up the pillow. Stick the pillow cover in the washer to wash it and dry it in the dryer separately from the pillow.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #3: Lay Your Head High<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To get the most comfort from your bamboo pillow, lay high on the pillow so that the pillow can mold into the shape of your neck and properly support it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Otherwise, you might strain your neck instead of helping it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #4: Wash Regularly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure to wash your bamboo pillow regularly. Keeping your pillow clean and freshened will make for very comfortable sleeping. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some bamboo pillow directions state they are washable, and others are very specific about not washing. The general rule of thumb concerning memory foam of any sort is that it does not take to moisture very well over time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It will start to break down the cellular structure of the material and cause it to compress. Therefore, even if a pillow states it is washable, it is best to avoid doing so unless absolutely necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you do have to wash it, be sure to follow the directions given on the pillow, and then you dry thoroughly \u2013 running it through a dry cycle multiple times until you are sure it is completely dry within and well plumped. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you live in a humid environment or are concerned about washing your pillow, we suggest the use of a pillow protector to keep your pillow fresh longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-default\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bamboo Pillows: A Complete Buyers Guide \u2013 Parts:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1. <a href=\"https:\/\/thebeddingplanet.com\/why-use-a-bamboo-pillow\/\">Why Use a Bamboo Pillow? The Benefits &amp; Drawbacks<\/a><br>2.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/thebeddingplanet.com\/how-long-do-bamboo-pillows-last\/\">How Long Do Bamboo Pillows Last? (How to Make Them Last Longer)<\/a><br>3.\u00a0How to Sleep on a Bamboo Pillow: Guide and Tips<br>4.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/thebeddingplanet.com\/why-do-bamboo-pillows-smell\/\">Why do Bamboo Pillows Smell? And How to Get Rid of it<\/a><br>5.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/thebeddingplanet.com\/how-to-clean-and-dry-a-bamboo-pillow\/\">How to Clean and Dry a Bamboo Pillow: Step by Step Guide<\/a><br>6.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/thebeddingplanet.com\/do-bamboo-pillows-attract-bugs-and-dust-mites\/\">Do Bamboo Pillows Attract Bugs And Dust Mites?<\/a><br>7. <a href=\"https:\/\/thebeddingplanet.com\/does-a-bamboo-pillow-make-you-sleep-hot-or-cool\/\">Will a Bamboo Pillow Make You Sleep Hot or Cool?<\/a><br>8. <a href=\"https:\/\/thebeddingplanet.com\/are-bamboo-pillows-good-for-skin-and-hair\/\">Are Bamboo Pillows Good For Skin and Hair?<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This post is a part of\u00a0the\u00a0complete polyester pillow buyers guide You finally received your long-awaited bamboo pillow and you can\u2019t believe it when you receive it. 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