Kinds of pillow

With the right type of pillow, you can find a gentle sleeping pillow for relaxing nights.

Hardly any other bedding is as crucial for a restful sleep as the pillow. Our head and neck region is particularly sensitive. An incorrect pillow can quickly lead to tension and pain in this sensitive area of our body, which can significantly reduce nightly regeneration, general well-being and physical and mental performance. It is therefore advisable to seek professional advice before buying a new pillow and to choose the most suitable type of pillow. At billerbeck, your expert on all aspects of bedding, you can get all the important information on pillows and easily find the right and optimal pillow for you.

Important criteria when choosing the best type of pillow:

• Pillow type
• Pillow filling
• Core
• Supporting force
• Pillow size
• Pillow height
• Cover material
• Suitable for dust mite allergy sufferers
• Breathability
• Temperature balancing
• Humidity balancing

Pillow type: pillow

Pillows can be filled with a variety of different materials, which can be selected according to individual needs. For example, a pillow filling made of down and feathers offers soft and cozy sleeping comfort with excellent support. Pure new sheep's wool or 100% horsehair are other natural fillings that can score with special advantages. The admixture of Swiss stone pine flakes allows for a restful sleep due to the essential oils. Those who love it especially exquisite should reach for luxurious eider down. For dust mite allergy sufferers and all those who prefer easy-care pillows that can be washed and dried easily, fiber pillows are suitable. Pillows come in many different shapes and sizes. Whether rectangular or square, whether bolster or a 3-chamber pillow, there is a suitable pillow for every sleep type and preference.

Pillow type: 3-chamber pillow

The special feature of the 3-chamber pillow is its pleasant lying comfort. The down in the two outer chambers (top and bottom) makes it particularly cuddly on the head, while the feather filling in the inner chamber provides the necessary support.

Pillow type: neck pillow

Neck support pillows have a particularly relieving and supporting effect. Therefore, they are especially suitable for those who are already struggling with tension and pain in the back and the head and neck region or would like to prevent it. The core of these pillows is characterized by a characteristic wave shape and is often multi-layered. This makes these neck pillows particularly versatile and individually applicable. In the case of multi-layer neck support pillows, the pillow height can be optimally adjusted to personal needs by means of removable insert plates. In addition to Vita Talalay® natural latex and soft latex, there are also neck support pillows with a core made of viscoelastic high-tech foam (memory foam) or cold foam. The choice of the right neck pillow depends on the subjective lying comfort, the individual sleeping habits, the mattress and the own anatomy.

Pillow type: bolster

The comfortable bolster allows for a comfortable and healthy position while sitting or sleeping. In order to prevent the head from bending backwards without straining the muscles, this fills the gentle flexion of the neck in an optimal way. Thus, the bolster can be perfectly used for the long evening watching TV on the sofa or traveling in the plane or car.

Pillow type: side sleeper pillow

For side sleepers, there are especially long and rather narrow pillows with a curved and wave-like shape. These pillows are a supplement to normal pillows and can be placed next to the body and embraced by it. Due to their special shape, side sleeper pillows perfectly fit the contours of the body. In addition, side sleeper pillows ensure that the spine is ergonomically aligned in a healthy way and provide excellent pressure relief. Ideal for anyone with back, hip or knee problems. But pregnant women also like to use side sleeper pillows, because as pregnancy progresses they find it increasingly difficult to find a comfortable sleeping position. The side position is particularly comfortable for pregnant women in the third trimester and side sleeper pillows optimally support the large baby belly in this position due to their curved shape and are therefore also often called pregnancy pillows.

Pillow type: stomach sleeper pillow

The ergonomic butterfly shape is especially suitable for stomach sleepers. This is because the cutouts on the sides allow stomach sleepers in particular to enclose the pillow with their arms and place their head in a comfortable position.

Pillowcase

A removable and durable pillowcase completes a pillow perfectly, because its washability guarantees hygienic freshness and cleanliness. Thus, the pillow can always be quickly covered with a fresh pillowcase. In addition, separate pillowcases protect the pillow core and thus ensure a longer life of the pillow. Whether made of velvety microfiber, fine satin, soft jersey or 100% cotton, whether quilted with 100% virgin wool or in the appealing and modern colors of the HERMINE® collection, pillowcases are available in a wide variety of materials, shapes and variants. There are also extra covers for side sleeper pillows or pregnancy pillows, as well as for neck support pillows and neck crescents. Dust mite allergy sufferers will be pleased with easy-care pillowcases that are washable at a minimum of 60 °C.