Are Feather Beds Really High Maintenance?

The best feather beds come with a cover that can be removed and washed regularly.

Many people think that feather beds are old fashioned and out of date. They seem like some long gone artifact that could only be inherited down the family line. The good news is that wonderful brand new feather beds are still available

While old feather beds were particularly susceptible to causing allergic reactions, mainly from dust, today’s feather beds are made using feathers that are cleaned completely. The feathers are then covered by a tight woven fabric, primarily cotton. There will be channel baffling sewn through the length of the mattress to help keep the feathers in place and the bed even.

The best feather beds come with a cover that can be removed and washed regularly. If your feather bed does not have a removable cover it is not recommend that you take your bed apart to clean it. As a luxury item, almost any feather bed you purchase will be well made and come with a comprehensive warranty.

One thing that hasn’t changed about feather beds is that they need to be treated well to avoid mold and rotting. Feather beds need to breathe, so be sure to avoid covering it with a plastic covering of any kind. For feather beds that do not have a removable cover, lightly spot clean any soiled spots as soon as you see them. If you fail to clean your bed regularly you will need to take it to a dry cleaner that specializes in cleaning feather items, a task that is usually both difficult and expensive. You will have to negotiate with your cleaner whether or not they will pick up and drop of your mattress for you.

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