The History of the Pillow

Although not quite often as appreciated as electricity or cars, pillows are a wonderful
invention that have improved the lives, and the sleep habits, of people across the
world. But where did it all begin? Discover a brief history of pillows, as well as a few
unique pillow facts, in this helpful guide.

The First Pillow

The history of the sleeping pillow all started in Mesopotamia. Around 7,000 BC,
pillows were made of stone. While not the best start to the current comfortable
designs, these pillows were actually used to avoid insects crawling into individuals’
mouths, ears and noses. Only wealthy Mesopotamians could afford these stone
pillows, so they were a sign of great wealth.

Pillows Through the Ages

PIllows didn’t get much more comfortable in ancient Egypt. Pharaoh’s uses pillows
made out of wood. Later, Chinese pillows used bronze, bamboo and wood. Pillows
didn’t become comfortable until ancient Greece, where they used straw and
feathered down.

Before long, the most comfortable discovery was made; pillows filled with down
became the preferred luxury sleep-aid until modern times. Even with the advent of
memory foam and other high-tech comfort materials, down is still a luxurious and
popular pillow material.

Unique Pillow Facts

Now that you’ve brushed up on your pillow history, take a look at these unique facts
about pillows:

Pillows were not common until the Industrial Revolution: It wasn’t until the Industrial
Revolution that pillows began to be mass produced. This allowed them to be
affordable enough to be used in every household.
Pillows can be good for your health: Whether you use specialized pillows or not,
using a pillow can be healthy for your neck, spine and head. Proper support can not
only give you a great night’s sleep, it can also help avoid neck pain during the day.
Your pillow has a limited lifespan: Even hypo-allergenic pillows need to be replaced
occasionally. Most down pillows can last up to 10 years. After that, you should
consider replacing your pillow for best results.
The Pillow That Made History
While not on any historical records, the Luxe Pillow is making history with premium
designs and cool, comfortable innovations. The Luxe Pillow® is made with down or
polyester gel fiber. Whether you choose classic or modern fill, people of all sleep
types love the Luxe Pillow®. Discover the greatest improvement since people put
away their stone pillows. Shop for The Luxe Pillow today and discover why so many
people are switching to this comfortable, affordable pillow.