Is anyone else having trouble sleeping? Hubby, aka “Bikeman”, and I often toss and turn all night then wake up sore in the morning. I’ve tried chiropractors and massage therapy over this last year hoping to make some improvement. Finally we decided that maybe it’s our mattress. We’re pushing it to the limit. Most mattresses have a lifespan of 7-10 years. We just passed 10! Oops.
New mattresses can get very expensive so until we can fit it into our budget we decided to upgrade our pillows to see if that helps.
We ordered 5 pillows from Brentwood Home. Yes, they are more expensive than any pillow I’ve ever bought. But they’re much less than a new mattress and since they offer a 30-day return period I thought we’d give them a try. After just ONE night of sleeping on them I decided they were worth it!
This post contains affiliate links. You won’t pay any more when you use these but I will earn a small commission on any purchases you make after clicking on them and I greatly appreciate it. Brentwood Home also sent me 4 pillows. As always, opinions in this article are my own.
Our new bed pillows with Hello There Handsome & Good Morning Gorgeous throw pillows.
I usually wake up with a kink in my neck. I noticed the first morning that I didn’t have any neck pain so I asked hubby how he felt. He said his neck didn’t hurt at all. I can’t guarantee you won’t have any pain after one night but that was our experience.
Now, since I have these amazing new pillows I want to make sure they last for a LONG time. So I did a little research on pillow care that I’ll share with you today. But first, let me tell you about my new pillows and how you can enter for a chance to win them!
Now for the really incredible news… Brentwood Home has provided a coupon for 10% off their entire website, type in OURHOME, at checkout.
Helena Pillow
The Helena pillow is filled with a combination of latex ribbons and pesticide-free kapok fibers. (Kapok is a tree that grows in tropical areas. I had no idea what it was so had to look it up! The fluff around it’s seed pods is very lightweight and resilient.) It is both fluffy and supportive and makes a great pillow for those who sleep in multiple positions.
The 100% organic cotton cover zips open to make it easy to remove or add more filling to get it “just right”.
Brentwood Home sent us two of these and they’re my FAVORITE!!! Super soft and it feels like they’re cradling my head. These may be why my neck isn’t hurting as much now. I like that I can shape it in different ways to support my neck when I’m laying on my back or side.
Carmel Pillow
The Carmel pillow is made with 100% all-natural molded latex and offers resilient support. It has a traditional pillow shape that never needs fluffing. The cover on this pillow is also 100% organic cotton. Brentwood Home also sent us two of these. This is Bikeman’s favorite. I like it for putting under my knees when I lay on my back.
Zuma Wedge Pillow
The Zuma pillow is NOT included in the Sleep Wellness Bundle. We ordered it because we were told that sleeping at an incline was good for your back. We got the 7″ and Bikeman has been sleeping on it. He really likes it. It may take me a little longer to get used to it. I added the wedge pillow cover you see in the photo above.
How to Care for Your Pillows
Bed pillows should be covered with pillow protectors before putting them in your pillow cases. Pillow protectors can protect your pillows from stains, bedbugs, and allergens.
Brentwood Homes recommends that you spot clean your pillow with a damp, white cloth and allow it to air dry in a sunny spot, if possible. Many pillows can actually be machine washed and dried. I usually wash and dry two at a time so they won’t throw my machine off balance. Pillows can be tossed in the dryer with a couple of dryer balls anytime you want to fluff them up.
How Often Should You Wash Pillows and Linens?
I’m going to include all household linens in this list since you wouldn’t normally separate them before washing.
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Thanks for reading! And don’t forget the Brentwood Home coupon code, OURHOME, for 10% off!
‘Til the next project,
Ann @ Duct Tape and Denim
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Sue Stafford says
I would love to win the pillow bundle. I have fibromyalgia and I need good pillows to ease my discomfort.
shirley emitt says
I do have trouble sleeping a lot of trouble.
Mother Deer says
The pillows sound great. Thank you for the care instructions…I’ll know just what to do if I win 🙂
Donna says
You bet your brand new pillow, we have some very bad nights due to bad pillows . Have tried so many have lost count you should see my spare closet it is full of the cast offs. Would be nice to win this package and see if they work for us. Enjoy your blog and posts.
Carol S. says
Ever since having children. My sleep has been woeful at best. I desperately need good, new pillows.
Valerie says
Pillows make a big difference. I am always looking for a better pillow. I leave a pillow at each of my sons and take mine when I travel.
Valerie Foerster says
Pillows make a big difference. I am always looking for a better pillow. I leave a pillow at each of my sons and take mine when I travel.
Terry McMullen says
Thanks so much for the info on pillows / linens! Would love to win the pillow package!!
Cindy Downing says
Yes i do have trouble sleeping and very often wake up with neck and back pain.
Maggie Bradshaw says
Would love to win these pillows!
Kelly D says
I have trouble staying asleep for more than a few hours at a time.
Wendy says
I use a memory foam pillow that I really like, but sometimes I still wake up with a sore neck or shoulders. So I’d love to try these in the giveaway!
MARTHAIA says
Every night pain all over so up & down wide awake nightly …Would be great to try out this bundle of pillows , Thanks
MEDINA GRILLO says
These pillows sound great and just what I need in my life!
Nancy Loring says
I have trouble staying asleep because of my two 90+lb dogs who insist on sleeping in my bed. They are not nice about sharing space or pillows but I love them anyways.
Michelle J. says
Not usually.
Cindy A. says
I had trouble sleeping until I bought a new mattress. Thank you so much for offering such a wonderful giveaway.
leanne with DivaofDiy.com says
We just got a new Kingsized bed! Now I have more room all I need are new pillows to sleep like a baby! Pick Me!
Toni | Small Home Soul says
I’ve never understood the people who buy a $1000 mattress, or more, and a $10 pillow. Or necks need the love!
Great tips for all linens but apparently I don’t wash my pillows often enough.
Milly Roland says
I have yet to find a pillow that is truly comfortable, and would love to win these and give them a try! Thanks for hosting the giveaway!
livivua chandler says
I do sometimes but mostly a hot shower before bed does me in for the whole night.
Sarah says
I don’t have trouble sleeping, but I am forever adjusting and readjusting my pillow – these would be great!
Nancy Reffle says
Thanks Ann for sharing all this valuable info. I had back Surgery last Summer and these Pillows sound like a Dream!!
R F says
Where do I sign up and put the ourhome code ? I’m sorry but I can not find it anywhere ???
ducttapeanddenim says
No problem… To order and get the discount use this link: http://www.shareasale.com/u.cfm?d=384009&m=67066&u=1027938
To enter the giveaway, scroll down to the bottom of this page and look for the giveaway box. There are several ways to enter. You’ll see buttons that say “leave a blog post comment”, “visit Brentwood Home on Facebook”, etc.
http://ducttapeanddenim.com/how-to-care-for-your-pillows/
Let me know if you have any other problems with it. Thanks!
Kel says
First, I love receiving emails from your website. Yes, I’d love to win these pillows. Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis for 18 years now is challenging at times. I have yet to find a good pillow that allows me to wake “neck-pain free”. Any help in receiving this would be greatly appreciated.
Have a great day!
Tyneisha says
I have been having trouble sleeping lately, especially with waking up in the middle of the night for no reason. I also wake up with a sore neck so these pillows would be a lifesaver!
Patty Bruns says
My husband and I both have sleep apnea and I have chronic neck pain with headaches. These might just be what we need. Love your blog. Hugs!
Ruthann says
Yes, I haven’t had a full nights sleep in a long time! Thanks for the chance to win
Karen Taylor says
Those pillows look wonderful, and would surely help my sleep. And thanks so much for the “when to wash” tips!
Karen
Karrie says
Yes I always had trouble sleeping
Rajee Pandi says
I have trouble sleep so I need it to try
Kelli says
We actually JUST bought a new mattress for many of the same issues. Now I need new pillows to go with my new mattress, thanks for the information! 🙂
Brandon Sparks says
Yes I have a lot of trouble sleeping at night. New pillows would sure help.
Kippi says
I have never heard of these pillows before or that a mattress should be replaced after 10 years. I should be looking for a new mattress too. I might also opted for new pillows in lieu of the new mattress. Glad I found your post today on the link party. Happy Summer, Kippi
ducttapeanddenim says
Yes, just getting the new pillows helped a lot and helped us until we were able to get a new mattress.
Terri says
You said you got a new mattress. We need one and don’t know which one to buy. Could you help.
ducttapeanddenim says
We got ours at Mattress Firm. I don’t remember what the different lines/brands were. We picked a softer, mid-price mattress. About $800… and we just put it on our old box springs.
Kim~madeinaday says
Great post! I love great pillows. Pinned! Thank you for sharing on Merry Monday! Hope to see ya next week!
Kim