Showing posts with label airline pillows. Show all posts
Showing posts with label airline pillows. Show all posts

Wednesday, August 6, 2014

Brentwood Beach Tapestry 13.5 by 20-Inch Knife Edge 3 Beach Chairs

Brentwood Beach Tapestry 13.5 by 20-Inch Knife Edge 3 Beach ChairsNice pillow to "Drift Away" on. It's plump, colorful and well-made. It's going in our Myrtle Beach Condo along with it's twin, which has beach umbrellas on it in the same hues.

Too cute!! Love the beach chairs on the pillow. Very well made and will look great on the bed. I would highly recommend it.

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Friday, July 18, 2014

Echo Marrakesh Euro Sham

Echo Marrakesh Euro Shamthis is a beautiful pillowa great size (it's fairly big) and wonderful fabric. The decoration along the border is a purple thread but the pillow itself is more of a brown than a grey. (I was looking for a grey pillow). Still keeping itthere was a bed bath and beyond price tag on it so perhaps you can find it at the store and use a coupon.

The product was inferior workmanship or fabric. The embroidered areas were coming apart. There were holes in the fabric around the embroidery. I returned the product for a refund but it has not arrived yet.

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Sunday, July 6, 2014

LinenSpa® 100% Waterproof Mattress Protector-Eliminates Dust Mites -15 Year Warranty

Undercovers by Malouf Pillow Protector Set Zipper Enclosure 100% Waterproof & Dust Mite Protection, QUEEN/STANDARD SET OF TWOThis mattress protector is a must have. I initially bought one for my little boy because we were potty training. Now I have one on every single bed in the house. They are excellent insurance against any sort of spills, so now I don't worry about damaging our nice mattresses. They are so thin that you don't even notice they are on your bed, but they keep all of the liquid from going through. My daughter spilled an entire bottle of Gatorade on my sheets last week. Nothing went through to the mattress. It was amazing.

I dont know what everyone here is complaining about.. I bought this for the new king size bed we bought just before christmas. You have to have a mattress protector because mattress warranties are voided by any stains, no matter how small or the source. This one is great! I am very happy with my purchase. I too have asthma and wanted something that would protect from dustmites and such. Our new mattress is 17 inches thick and I wanted to make sure I got one that would have really deep pockets. This would easily fit a mattress 18 inches thick.. I also wanted something that didnt make noise when you rolled around .. this one is quiet.. its a light peice of plastic on the back of a mattress pad..just what I expected .. believe me I am a picky person and dont have money to waste on a poor product..

Im very happy with my purchase and I plan on buying the LinenSpa pillow protectors for king pillows as well.

As far as other reviewers saying they thought the company was offering things to people writing reviews.. well, I didnt get anything in case your wondering.. (would have loved a benefit like that though).. But Im happy with what I purchased here. Anywhere else these mattress protectors are over a hundred dollars. Believe me I have shopped around. This was a real bargain to me. I would buy it again and I would highly recommend it to anyone that is looking for one.

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I bought this queen sized mattress cover after recently purchasing a new bed and its great! Fits well over the entire mattress, is comfortable, doesn't make any noise, and doesn't make the bed hotter! It's a great buy at the price and a must for anyone who wants to protect the warranty of their mattress. I have allergies to dust mites too so it was another added benefit, but I plan to keep the protector on for the life of the mattress just in case I need to take advantage of the manufacturers 15 year warranty. PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT, BUY THIS PRODUCT!!! Thanks for a great priced protector!

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This isn't quite what I thought I was getting, but I'm not disappointed. I would say it feels like a kitchen towel with a rubbery-type coating on the back. I was wondering if it would be as breathable as the packaging claims. I was pleasantly surprised, it feels a lot like you're sleeping on the mattress on the showroom of the mattress store. I'm used to sleeping with thick mattress pad between me and the mattress. This is interesting, but again I think I like it.

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I purchased a number of these mattress protectors (1 Queen, 1 King, and 6 pillows) in November 2009, and they work exactly as described. I love them. I am not being compensated in any way for this review.

People should read the product description carefully -these are mattress PROTECTORS, not mattress PADS.

Their purpose is to create a waterproof and dust mite proof barrier between you and the mattress. They are thin and not meant to act as a mattress pad.

Just before I purchased these protectors, I purchased a brand new Queen bed set and a brand new King bed set. The bedding store (a big chain) told me that I needed a waterproof protector to avoid voiding my mattress warranty. The salesman gave me a small demo of the protector the store wanted to sell me where he poured some colored liquid over the protector proving it was waterproof. The store's product looked like it was constructed of a layer of terry cloth backed by some type of waterproof backing. It looked fine, BUT THE STORE WANTED $95 for their protector.

I searched Amazon and found this product, and it appeared to be nearly identical to the store's prduct, except this one was only $30.

I have washed these protectors a number of times and they are the same as when I first received them. They are thin, but sturdy.

One final small "warning" -one big feature you are paying for is the protector being waterproof, so if you perspire in bed your bedclothes will absorb the moisture (as opposed to the moisture passing through and eventually staining your mattress). However, this is a trade-off to avoid voiding your mattress warranty.

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Thursday, May 22, 2014

Ellis Curtain Palmer Floral Toile Lined Duchess Filler Valance Window Curtain, Black

Ellis Curtain Palmer Floral Toile Lined Duchess Filler Valance Window Curtain, BlackQuality almost as nice as my custom valances from leading dept store. I bought matching unlined for laundry room and didnt like anywhere near as much as this item

The background color was a sepia color, with the print black. Just gorgeous! Fabric is high quality. Recommend these valances highly!

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The colors were a perfect fit in my dining room, and the fact they were made in America was a big plus!!

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I bought two of these just to see if i liked them. They were beautiful. I iron everything. These were hung right up with no ironing needed. They are nicer than curtains I have bought in high end curtain stores for a fraction of the price. I ended up buying 6 more plus a pair for my glass door. Love them, Very classy looking. They are nice and thick with a lining to them

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Victoria Classics Poppy Queen Comforter Set, 8-Piece

Victoria Classics Poppy  Queen Comforter Set, 8-PieceDespite other bad reviews, I really loved this set and had to try it. I like that it's reversible. One side makes me think of spring and the other is perfect for the fall/winter season. It was shipped really quickly; and as soon as it came in the mail, I threw it right on my bed. The blanket DID NOT come out lumpy and everything fit perfect. My boyfriend really likes it to. I don't plan on washing it very often so I don't know if it will lump up in the wash. I imagine it would but I sleep under my sheets, so I don't come in contact with my comforter often. Also, it isn't extremely thick, but it's not very thin. If you live in the desert like me, half the year you'll be taking it off the bed.

It looks very pretty in the package, but after unpacking it and putting it on the bed, I was disappointed. There are bumps and lumps everywhere. The filling inside the comforter has balled up in places. It is not smooth and flat.

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After two weeks the comforterVictoria Classics Poppy Queen Comforter Set, 8-Piece became "lumpy" as the filler shifted. Some quilted baffles would have been helpful.

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Thursday, May 8, 2014

Ariana Bali Turquoise and Orange Paisley Henna Tapestry Throw Blanket 50" x 60"

Ariana Bali Turquoise and Orange Paisley Henna Tapestry Throw Blanket 50' x 60'cheap quality. Looks totally different in photo. The fringes kill it. It was thin and the colors were not what I expected.

An absolutely beautiful quality throw. Soft and woven well. Would make a great addition to anyone's home or as a gift. And the plus side it's made in the USA!

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Tuesday, April 15, 2014

Super Soft Fleece Plush Luxury BLANKET, FULL Size. SAGE

Super Soft Fleece Plush Luxury BLANKET, FULL Size. SAGEAt first I didn't like the sage color, but now I love it. This blanket is really soft and comfy. It keeps me cozy and warm on cold winter nights. I would definately recommend this blanket.

Soft, fleecy, wonderful, purr inducing, delightful, make me want to take a nap blanket. Very nice. I'd buy it again.

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Egyptian Bedding 1500 Thread Count Queen White Damask Stripe Pillow Case, Set of 2

Egyptian Bedding 1500 Thread Count Queen White Damask Stripe Pillow Case, Set of 2Received these pillow cases December 27, 2010. Probably at best 300TC very thin. Quality about the same as Targets low end but costs much more.

If you like soft sheets, you might like this because it's pretty. As for me, I ended up keeping this in the linen closet for when I need to make a pallet on the sofa for guest overflow because I prefer crisper sheets.

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Monday, April 14, 2014

Egyptian Cotton 300 Thread Count Solid Pillowcase Set

Egyptian Cotton 300 Thread Count King Pillowcase Set Solid, WhiteThese pillowcases were beautiful when they arrived, just the right color and appeared to be well made of good quality cotton. But after two washings, one of the pillowcases literally came apart at the seams. The fabric is shredded, and repair seems unlikely.

I ordered theses pillowcases just to check them out. They were at such a great price that I had to try them. I love them! They are amazingly soft and the color is perfect.

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I was very pleased with these pillowcases. They went well with the quilt I have. I did have to iron them after I washed them though but that is expected for 100% cotton.

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These arrived smelling chemical-y, and it took a few washes to get rid of the smell. The fabric is slightly scratchy, but not unbearable. I just got these for switching out every day (changing my pillowcase every day has done wonders for my acne), so they do the job but aren't the most comfortable ones ever.

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I expected these to be soft and thick, which they are, even when line dried without the use of a softener, but I was only hoping that they'd be a little bit wider than normal, to accommodate my high loft pillows. They are! I don't have to wrestle them onto the pillows! Exceeded my expectations.

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Tuesday, April 8, 2014

Restful Nights ® Trillium ® Polyester Standard Pillow

Restful Nights ® Trillium ® Polyester Standard PillowI love this pillow, it fits your neck and head no matter what. On you back, side or stomach and holds it spec. I plan on getting another one. I would recommend it to anyone.

Wednesday, March 12, 2014

KLOUD ® Dark Brown Deluxe 2-layer leather watch box / organizer / showcase / display / storage box

KLOUD ® Dark Brown Deluxe 2-layer leather watch box / organizer / showcase / display / storage box / holder for 12 watches with removable pillows and clearance top window plus KLOUD cleaning clothLove all of the features the size, the expensive leather look with the see thru top was very affordable. The packaging and shipping of product was great!!! I would strongly recommend this watch box too all.

Wednesday, March 5, 2014

Charisma Avery Pillow Case

Charisma Avery Standard Pillow Case, WaterlilyThese are wonderful, well made sheets that get softer with every washing. The fabric is thick and luscious with a smooth hand.

These pillow cases are soft and silky. The color is nice. This is a good buy. Make sure you wash them and use a good fabric softener.

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Sunday, March 2, 2014

Elite Home Tuscan Paisley/Yardley Stripe Reversible 300 Thread Count Cotton Sateen Twin Size 2-Piece

Elite Home Tuscan Paisley/Yardley Stripe Reversible 300 Thread Count Cotton Sateen Twin Size 2-Piece Duvet Set, BlackGood Quality, not see-thru or flimsy like so many others.

Silky smooth, deep colors

Overall seems like a high quality, long lasting product

Only reason it didn't get a 5 star is just personal preference on the paisley side of the duvet.

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Wednesday, February 26, 2014

Amy Butler Dancing Paisley Quilted standard Sham Organic

Amy Butler Dancing Paisley Quilted standard Sham OrganicI am thrilled with the look and feel of these shams! I bought them for my teenage daughter's room. She has a lot of pillows, because she frequently has friends sleep over. I was tired of the bed looking unmade. These shams added a lot of pizzazz to her room. They are not too girly, but are wonderfully colorful. The quilting is well done and nicer than I expected. I highly recommend!

Monday, February 3, 2014

Thomas The Tank Engine Nap Mat - Quited All-in-One Polyester Blanket

Thomas The Tank Engine Nap Mat - Quited All-in-One Polyester BlanketWe got the nap mat and it looks really nice. The mat part is thin, but it is slightly thicker than the cheaper mats you can get at certain retail stores. The blanket part is thin, but that is all my son will need at daycare. The pillow part seemed limp and thin and when I took the removable "pillow" out, it was just a bit of fiberfill in a paper "pillow case." Very cheap and would shred if a toddler got hold of it. I had to make another pillow that size from some scrap fabric and fiberfill. You need a pillow that is 20" by 10" so double that to get your fabric size and stuff to your liking. I wish for $25 you would be able to get a somewhat, quality product that you don't have to modify, but I guess that was out of the question. Overall, it was not bad and of course my 2-year-old loves his Thomas!

This nap mat is great! My son is such a big Thomas fan so I'm so glad that we could find this nap mat for him. It has a pillow, is soft and comfortable. It washes well and has a place for his name. He uses it at preschool and at home! Would definitely recommend this product.

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purchased as a gift for grandchildren. Was disappointed that the pillow did not detach for washing, etc. Nice fabric, very soft.

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My just turned 2 yr old needed a nap mat of some sort for school and he loves Thomas. I wish it were a little thicker for more support but it is a great alternative to just a sheet and blanket. It rolls up nice and tight and is lightweight. I definitely recommend this for any toddler Thomas the trainlover.

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I would give this a 3 star because the pillow is not very good at and plus the materials is thin.After one wash it's not pretty anymore!!! But i guess for day care purpose it's okay!!!

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Tuesday, January 7, 2014

If I Can't Wear My Flip Flops Decorative Tapestry Toss Pillow Made in the USA

If I Can't Wear My Flip Flops Decorative Tapestry Toss Pillow Made in the USAI'm not sure if I just didn't notice the dimensions but this pillow is pretty small. Doesn't really qualify even as a throw pillow, just decorative. I still like it just wish it was closer to the size of a regular throw pillow. Looks cute in my chair though!

I really loved the pillow. It was perfect for the birthday gift I needed for a very special friend! Thank you so much!

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cute little pillow. well made and nice colors. very happy with purchase! will look great as an accent on my bed

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Thomas the Train Bedding and Room Decor

Thomas the Train Sheet Set - TwinThese sheets are a little on the thin side and not very soft, but are extremely cute and my son loves them. The comforter is much better quality.

The sheets are very cute. They are a little on the thin side but with a quality matress pad they are just fine. My 2-year old son loves them.

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He's wanted it on his bed from the time he got it and now it's hard for him to let it go even at laundry time!

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The print on the bedding set is so cute and my 3 year old adores his sheet set. He especially loves that one of his favorite characters, Cranky the crane, is on the sheets. The colors are deep and vibrant. See pic I've attached at top.

The feel of the sheets is not as soft, but I think you understand you're not getting high threadcount sheets when you see the overall price of the set. Compared to other twin sheet sets, the price is low.

It makes my son very eager to get to bed every night, and that is worth 5x the price!

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My son with 2,5 years loved because its from Thomas the Tank....but its not soft.......the product could be better.....

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Monday, January 6, 2014

Total Back Support Pillow Built-in Lumbar Section 27" X 22"

Total Back Support Pillow Built-in Lumbar Section 27' X 22'I ordered this for a chair whose back was not comfortable. I was disappointed when it wouldn't stay up. It kept squishing down and I was alway having to readjust it. I have kept it and it has become very useful since my cat claimed it for his cat bed. It is durable and washable.

Kind of a non-starter -doesn't give enough support to make it worth it. Not enough substance to the pillow to make a difference.

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This gives less support than most throw pillows. If it's supposed to be therapeutic, it missed the mark. If it were my bed pillow I would need to roll it up to support my head.

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This is a nice pillow, but if you are looking for something with actual support, especially in the lumbar region, this is not the pillow for you. It is not quite thick enough through the lumbar area. It has a tendency to slide down in the chair -more than once, when I reached behind me to pull the pillow back up, my fingers went THROUGH the material. The pillow does not hold its shape; it falls over itself, and I find myself having to constantly readjust it (carefully, so as to not poke any more holes in it!) I would never suggest laundering it, as it would not stand up to even hand washing. The top part of the pillow has the most support, so if you're looking for thoracic support, this might work for you (still be wary of its constant sliding and thin material).

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Saturday, December 14, 2013

Dust Mite- and Allergen-Proof Pillow; "DreamFill / Premium Microfiber"

Dust Mite- and Allergen-Proof Pillow; 'DreamFill / Premium Microfiber'I bought this along with the dreamfill comforter for my granddaughter. She loves how soft and snuggly it is. I bought it because of her allergy to dustmites which can't get through this fabric.

Organic Buckwheat Pillow - Twin/ Standard Size (20" x 26")

Organic Buckwheat Pillow - Twin/ Standard SizeI first started using a buckwheat pillow about 10 years ago when I saw an "infomercial" about them on TV and then picked one up from the "As Seen On TV" section of my local Walgreens. The pillow I bought then was of poor quality but, even so, it made a world of difference in how well I slept. Some folks will try a buckwheat pillow and put their head on it and say "It's too hard" and then go back to their regular pillow. That's a mistake. Sure, a buckwheat pillow isn't soft (and a good sized one is pretty darned heavy), but that's what makes them work. A soft regular pillow can't provide the support that one of these does! What I usually do is make a dent in the pillow for my head and then wiggle my head around a bit to get it settled in. The buckwheat hulls move around and support my neck and head wonderfully. Now you may think that a firm regular pillow--or one of those "memory foam" pillows--would do the same and you're kind of right. The difference with those pillows is that, while they provide more support, they do not provide the air circulation that a buckwheat pillow does and, as a result, your head gets hot and uncomfortable. I don't quite understand how a buckwheat pillow promotes air circulation, but it does. The only warning about a buckwheat pillow is that once you get used to them, it's difficult to get a really good night's sleep on anything else. That's why I bought a smaller-sized one (the "Japanese size") for travel. Unfortunately, my 8 year old son has now decided it's going to be his, so I'll have to buy another one. The buckwheat pillows made by Beans72 are absolutely first-rate in every respect and the quick shipping means a better night's sleep is even more quickly at hand.

THE BACKSTORY AND WHY I OPTED TO USE THIS PILLOW:

Eons ago, the pillow I slept with didn't matter.

However with a minor neck issue that reoccurs, some problems with my jaw and reoccurring migraines, my neck has become a hot spot of issues.

I have gone through the orthopedic pillows at $35-$50 a pop as well as inexpensive foam and feather pillows. Finally I had the opportunity to use a buckwheat pillow at a hotel in Japan. At the time, I thought it was the strangest thing. Felt like a pillow filled with little beads. The one I had was quite full as well and that makes it very hard.

My first purchased Buckwheat pillow was a cheap one advertised on TV and was quite empty, but it gave me a flavor of what one would be like. I decided since the experience was in the direction of goodness to bite the bullet and get this one.

So far, I like it.

This pillow is quite full. Not as full as the Japanese one, which is a good thing, because the fuller a pillow is, the harder it is. So if you don't like the hardness you can remove some of the buckwheat hulls and put them aside in a ziplock bag. I understand after you use the pillow a bit, the buckwheat wears down and you might want to return some.

Some points to ponder though:

WHAT IT FEELS LIKE:

Imagine you are sleeping on sand and under your pillow case is something you can shape. This is really the magic of a buckwheat pillow. It does not flex easy. You can shape a mound to support your neck, or a dishing out so you can sleep with your hands tucked up by your face.

NOISE:

When you move the pillow around with your ear on it, you can hear the grinding of the hulls on one another. It has never disturbed anyone sleeping with me, but I can hear it quite well.

TEMPERATURE:

If your head overheats, this pillow is cooler than a traditional foam or feather pillow and makes it nice to sleep with.

ODOR:

As I have allergies and often no sense of smell, I can't speak to any odor it might have. I thought one day I detected a slight odor, kind of a woody grass type of smell, but I'm not sure. I'm stating this as one reviewer complained about a strong odor. I don't feel it has a strong odor, but it might have a slight one.

SIZE:

For me the standard size worked best as I have a mix of Standard and Queen pillow cases. Each person might be unique here. If you use this for traveling, you might opt for a smaller size.

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I have 4 bulging discs in my neck and 4 bulging discs in my lower back, and until now I have never truly experienced a great night's sleep. And there are few things better in life than a good night's sleep, so it's important to find just the right pillow that will support and pamper your head and neck in just the right ways. Well, after a lifetime of looking I finally found the perfect pillow with all the right therapeutic properties! THANK YOU BEANS72!

As most of you already know, most pillows are filled with feathers, fiberfill, or poly-foam; instead this hand crafted pillow is filled with hypoallergenic buckwheat hulls. During sleep the small buckwheat hulls shift inside the case to match the exact contour of your neck and head. The even support means no more cramps or muscle tension, both of which are known to contribute to more headaches and more stress.

Thank you once more for making my life bearable again!

PS: *PLEASE READ* I learned my lesson the hard way BEFORE I purchased my first QUALITY pillow from BEANS72.

I was really desperate from my back pain and wanted relief, I had heard about buckwheat pillows on TV and without doing any research I purchased a very cheap "As seen on TV" type pillow.

All I can tell you is that I have never been more disappointed in my entire life! The pillow had been shipped to the USA from over seas, the fabric was of poor quality, the zipper was of poor quality, the buckwheat hulls were of poor quality they were dirty and there were many small broken pieces, and then to make things even worse, the entire pillow had been FUMIGATED! Shame on me, I learned my lesson, I knew then and I know now that "You get what you pay for". When you buy cheap you get cheap...only worse when I think about it, can you imagine laying your face on a dirty, FUMIGATED pillow and breathing whatever it was fumigated with for 8 hours per night?

Thank you for this FORUM Amazon.

Jack Perry

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This is my first review, and can't wait to tell you how impressed I am at how MY SLEEP LIFE HAS BEEN TRANSFORMED BY THIS PILLOW!! I purchased mine from the Beans72 Website. First of all I was very excited to see such quality fabric and stitching, as well as how full the pillow was when it arrived! I decided to protect the pillow by placing a few zippered cotton pillowcases over it, which helped to soften the surface a bit too. At first, I thought it felt wonderfully supportive, and began sleeping on it immediately. Since the hulls in these pillows are all FLATTENED (most other brands are not I checked around), the sound they made was actually quite soft and soothing when I moved. It did not bother me or my husband at all. Neither of us noticed any scent that would be offensive.

For the first week or so, I left the original amount of hulls in the pillow. Upon waking on my back each morning with the new pillow, I would notice that my neck would be sore. And when waking up on my side, my ears would often hurt. I also never really tried to adjust the pillow with my arms throughout the night, but formed my head into it when I first went to bed. I was beginning to get a bit frustrated with this pillow, and would go back to my original feather pillow periodically. I really WANTED this pillow to work!!! So, after the first week, I started experimenting each night with various amounts of hulls (measuring how much I was taking out with a measuring cup and ziplock bags and taking notes so I could remember what I did). I know this sounds like a lot of work, but IT WAS WORTH IT!! It took approximately one month of nightly trials and some tedious measuring/counting until I realized that the pillow needed to be quite flat for my neck/ears not to hurt (58 cups, exactly).

WHAT I LEARNED (and your experience my be different, of course): I found out that, because the pillow has such GOOD support, if the pillow is TOO HIGH, you WILL likely get sore ears while lying on your side, and a sore neck when lying on your back from the weight of your body pulling your head against the pillow (not right away, but while you're sleeping). If the pillow is TOO LOW, you will most likely be struggling for support and comfort throughout the night. (For those of you who love buckwheat hull pillows, you probably already know how important it is to adjust the amount of hulls to customize your pillow to fit your size and method of sleeping, but for those of you that have never slept on one before like me this is something I had to learn from experience. And I'm SO GLAD I did!) I found that the pillow needs to start out flat and at an appropriate height for sleeping on your back (with some of the pillow sitting up to or just under the top of your shoulders to create a wedge that will conform to your neck). Then when you turn to the side, you can grab the pillow and squish it so it becomes higher for sleeping on your side, just as one does with a normal soft pillow. (The difference is that your head STAYS PUT on a buckwheat hull pillow, whereas your head SINKS into a regular polyester or feather pillow). When the buckwheat pillow was too full, I could not adjust it with my arms, as it was too heavy for me, besides being too high all around. I did try to prove this to myself by pouring back some of the hulls into the pillow, and as soon as it got to the point where it was too high, my neck and ears would start hurting again. And when I took the hulls back out . . . VOILA PERFECT SLEEPING COMFORT!!!! IT'S BEEN OVER A YEAR NOW, AND I STILL LOVE THIS PILLOW! At first, I found myself missing the fluffiness of my feather pillows, but after a few months of receiving the benefits of this pillow, going back to my old pillows felt weird, unsupportive, and inefficient for sleeping! I'll NEVER GO BACK!!

HERE ARE SOME EXTRA BENEFITS OF OWNING A BEANS72 BUCKWHEAT HULL STANDARD-SIZED PILLOW:

1) I found that once I get into position to sleep on this pillow, I only move a few times, if any, during the night, OFTEN, waking up in the same position I went to sleep in!! It's that good!!

2) After removing the right amount of the hulls, the pillow was lighter and easier to adjust/squish/cuddle with during the night!!

3) After removing the hulls, I was able to make a smaller travel pillow, with hulls to spare.

4) Even though I was able to make a travel pillow, I still take my standard-sized pillow along on trips in a tote. I usually set it on my lap, and use it as an arm rest/lap desk/calming weight while in the car. It actually helps me to sit up straighter and more comfortably!! It makes reading magazines and books much easier!! I use the travel pillow behind my head.

5) As soon as I adjusted the pillow to the correct height for me, my neck (which suffered whiplash years ago and was in pain often) literally became a non-issue for me!! No more pain!! Same with my back!

6) As others have mentioned, the pillow can be folded for sitting up to read or watch TV. In addition, I find that I can prop myself up in the side sleeping position and read just fine, as the pillow holds your head in place!

7) Also, as mentioned before, the pillow can be used as a weapon, if needed : ).

8) I found that if there is any part of the pillow pushing on my face that I don't like, I just take my fingers and indent that area, and, TA-DA, it disappears! No more morning wrinkles from fluffy pillows smushing your face!!

9) Since the hulls are FLATTENED, they do not settle very much or break apart when I remeasured after a year of daily use, I only had to add one cup, and there was VERY LITTLE BREAKAGE, just a bit more dust inside the pillow, which can be shaken out when cleaning.

10) Lastly (and this is the BEST PART for me, that is) after almost a year, my husband decided to try the pillow, and BAM unexpectedly besides him liking it there was LITTLE to NO SNORING!!! LITTLE to NO MOVEMENT!! He sleeps so sound and quietly now, I'm in heaven! No more waking up and jabbing him to stop snoring! He's got a pillow of his own now (58 cups of hulls works for him too)!!

Things to note:

1) I would not advise sleeping on your stomach with this pillow, as, with most pillows, it causes your lower back to sway and, eventually, hurt (unless you push most of the hulls to the side, so your head is not lifted too high). Ideally, you should push the pillow aside or in front of your head and set your face directly on the bed to sleep on your stomach, so that you're flat. Of course, it's best not to sleep on your tummy at all, if you can help it.

2) Although, there is no smell or allergens from the hulls when the pillow is covered/zipped, once you start removing/adding/measuring the hulls, there will be some dust, which, in my case, caused me to sneeze and get watery eyes. BUT, as soon as the pillow is zipped up and covered again, it all goes away.

3) If you go to sleep with your hair wet, as I do periodically, I would recommend putting a breathable waterproof cover over the pillow to protect the hulls from getting damp/wet. The only one I could find that was "breathable" AND "waterproof" was about $20.00 at Slumberland. It should last a long time, though, and keep me and my pillow happy : ). If you do not get a breathable one, I would suspect that your head would sweat, and that it wouldn't be good for the hulls to not have circulation.

4) For some people, I'm sure little or no adjustments will need to be made to their pillow, as their shoulders may be wider or their bed softer, and a higher/more full pillow will suit them fine. Maybe you will need to add even more hulls, as some of you have mentioned. I just wanted to let everyone know that adjusting and, sometimes, REALLY adjusting the amount of hulls in the pillow will help you to get the benefits out of this pillow if you haven't already. Especially, if your neck/ears are hurting. It is SOOOOOOO worth it! : )

5) I had tried the Tempurpedic Symphony pillow before this, but found it to be too high, and NOT adjustable. My neck hurt using this pillow, and my head would sweat. And since I sleep on my sides and back, I would have to wake up and flip the pillow to the appropriate side during the night to use it appropriately (one side is for side sleeping and the other side is for back sleeping) and it was too heavy to do that, which hurt my neck even more!! It also could not be manipulated/squished/cuddled really. Before that pillow, I had a feather pillow. And before that I had a polyester-fill pillow.

6) I also wanted to mention that of the two sizes of buckwheat hull pillows (Japanese or standard), I like the standard size, as I feel it is more adjustable to my needs while I'm sleeping/reading/watching TV, as there is more their for you to grab and to work/snuggle with, and it can be folded : ). But the smaller one works great too more air space around your head, and VERY PORTABLE.

Good luck with whatever you choose!

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