Prototypes of modern pillows in ancient times were used only by noble people from high classes. This is evidenced by ancient excavations in Egypt, in which these bedding was first found.
Over time, pillows were divided into 2 "classes". The former were intended for the poor, while the latter became a real piece of art and luxury.
So, at first in China, then in Europe, pillows began to be decorated with handmade embroidery, upholstered in expensive materials, weaving gold and silver threads, sewing in precious stones, turning a separate pillow into a wonderful attribute of wealth.
Now it's very easy to buy pillows in the online store, it's easier and more convenient. Pillow - the first to catch the eye of everyone and the guests, and yourself. After all, you sleep on them.
On the other hand, a pillow is the convenience of using a pillow, just imagine life without them.
The pillow is the main element of the bed. She has a filler and a coating.
Our ancestors stuffed pillows with hay, sometimes straw. Later they were replaced with fluff and bird feathers. In China, for example, unlike our pillows, solid stone coasters were used, which were also made of wood, metal, porcelain, they were made in the shape of a rectangle.
Today, the pillow consists of three parts - the middle part and two outer chambers - hence the new name appeared - these are "three-chamber pillows".The pillow gets its elasticity as its inside is stuffed with feathers, so it serves as a good support for the head.
Especially for wealthy people today they produce horsehair pillows, a cover for such pillows is made of terry cloth.Note that horse hair absorbs moisture well and will be a good support for you.
For treatment
If you have allergies, rheumatism, arthritis or arthrosis, it is recommended to purchase camel hair pillows.
The progress of our century has touched the production of pillows, or rather their fillers. Now pillow fillers can be silk, bamboo, buckwheat husks or comforter.
Pillows with silk filler are considered very fashionable today. They are recommended for people allergic to down. And silk has always had healing properties. Pillows filled with bamboo have become an innovation.
But, knowing about the beneficial properties of different fillers, one cannot help but remember about the pillow cover. The cover should be made of high-quality material - silk-cotton.
