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Pillows contain a filler made from a variety of materials including, foam, synthetic fills, feathers, or down. Traditionally straw was a common filler, but this is uncomfortable and rarely used today. Historically feathers and down were the choice of the rich; today artificial fills are the most common. The fill is surrounded with a cover made of some form of cloth or silk.

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Pillows on furniture normally include a zipper in this cover so that the fill can occasionally be removed and the covering laundered. Bed pillows do not have this feature, and instead a pillow case, a thin covering, is used that can be frequently and easily removed and washed. Even with regular washing, pillows tend to accumulate large amounts of dust and vast numbers of microbes among the fill and it is recommended that they be replaced every few years, especially for those with allergies.

I have used both the carpet cleaners that you have to hook up to the sink and that have their own containers for the liquids. I find the self-contained models much easier to use and less likely to overflow too! I have a Hoover Steam Vac with rotating brushes now and like it. It has returned some area rugs in my home to near-new condition. It is fairly light, easy to use and assemble, and seems effective too. I also find some simple and cheap household pine cleaners diluted into the reservoir are just as effective as the commercial mixes. Just test them first on the underside or an inconspicuous corner to make sure they don't discolor your rugs though. Check with neighbors to see if anyone wants to either "rent" the machine from you on occasion or go in with you to purchase it.

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