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Elevate your comfort with Pillowflex. The Pillowflex synthetic down pillow insert redefines luxury and support with a perfect blend of softness, durability, and hypoallergenic design. Filled with premium micro denier polyester fiber that is engineered to mimic the loft, weight, and softness of natural down. Every pillow is finished with a durable non-removable polyester-cotton shell that helps the pillow retain its shape while providing a full, down-like feel. Our premium fiber is exceptionally soft while providing the resilience needed to keep decorative pillow covers looking full and well-shaped while offering soft, comfortable support.
The soft, pliable fiber filling creates the classic designer "karate chop" look that holds its chop shape beautifully after styling. This premium fiber makes the inserts suitable for both decorative use and comfortable everyday support.
Hypoallergenic, cruelty-free, odorless, lint-free, and dust-free properties ensure a safe, restful experience. Recommended for indoor use only, this pillow is perfect for sleep or decorative purposes.
Easy Care: Machine wash in cold water and tumble dry on low. Larger sizes are recommended for spot cleaning only. After drying, fluff on a no-heat setting for approximately three minutes to help restore the pillow's shape and loft.
Key Features
Perfect Size for a Full Look
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Always measure your shams corner-to-corner along the outer edges.
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Pillow inserts should be slightly larger than your sham for a plump, luxurious appearance.
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Check the visible sizing chart on the product page to find the ideal fit.
Ultimate Softness & Versatility
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Pillowflex offers 60+ sizes to fit any pillow cover – Euro, accent, bed shams, lumbar, or travel pillows.
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Heavyweight and fluffy texture mimics down for comfort without the allergens.
Hypoallergenic & Allergy-Free
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Filled with 100% hypoallergenic polyester fiber.
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Perfect for sofas, beds, or cozy corners.
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Free from flame-retardants, ensuring a safer sleep environment.
Premium Materials
Made in the USA
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Handmade in Palmetto, GA using sustainably sourced materials.
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Supports American manufacturing and quality craftsmanship.
✅ Recommended Use: Indoor only
✅ Sizes: Check the sizing chart for the perfect fit
✅ Care: Machine wash cold, tumble dry low, fluff 3 minutes on no-heat
FAQ
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Can I sleep on this pillow? Yes, you can sleep on this pillow. We make pillow inserts for standard 20x26, queen 20x30, and king 20x36 sham sizes. We also make these in oversized pillows if you prefer a firmer pillow: 21x27, 21x31, or 21x37. Simply cover with a normal pillow case.
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I often see terms like synthetic down, down alternative, and micro denier. What are these, and what is the difference between them? These terms typically refer to the same thing: a man-made polyester fiber that is extremely fluffy and has the same weight and feel as a traditional down pillow made from goose down. However, unlike goose down, our synthetic down pillows are cruelty-free and do not have feathers that can make their way through the pillow shell and poke you.
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Are Pillowflex pillows heavy? Yes, Pillowflex synthetic down pillow inserts typically weigh 2.5 to 3 times more than a traditional polyester pillow. Many brands claim to be synthetic down but are not using true micro denier fibers that weigh more. If you find a competitor pillow at a lower price, it is highly unlikely they are using real synthetic down.
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Are your pillows really made in the USA? Yes, we make our own outer covering known as the pillow tick. We also use American-made fibers. And of course, we fill and finish our pillows at our factory near Atlanta, GA.
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Do you use Virgin fibers? Yes, after 40-plus years of making pillow inserts, we have found that only virgin polyester fibers provide consistent loft in pillow inserts.
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Will this give my pillow the designer "karate chop" look? Yes. The soft, pliable synthetic down fiber allows the pillow to be shaped into the popular designer "karate chop" look while maintaining its appearance much better than many traditional polyester inserts.
- Should I buy an insert larger than my pillow cover (sham)? Yes, please use the sizing images provided. Typically, a small square pillow needs an insert 1" larger than the sham. For sizes 18x18 and larger, we recommend going up 2". Rectangles should be 1" larger on both length and width or two inches longer.
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Is this better than feather or down pillows? Yes, feather pillows are crunchy and will eventually poke you. Unlike goose down, these pillows are cruelty-free. And there is no odor.
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Why do interior designers recommend Pillowflex inserts? Because of how the pillows hold their weight and how the weight of the pillow gives shams a luxurious feel.
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Machine Wash vs Spot Clean. Why do some pillows say machine wash but others say to spot clean only? All are machine washable, but large pillows can hold a lot of water weight and throw your washing machine out of balance when the spin cycle starts.
PIllowflex Fill Weight and Size Guide
| Insert Size |
Fill Weight |
Recommended Cover Size |
Care |
| 10x10 |
225 grams (8 oz) |
9x9 |
Machine Wash |
| 11x11 |
238 grams (8.4 oz) |
10x10 |
Machine Wash |
| 12x12 |
255 grams (9 oz) |
11x11 |
Machine Wash |
| 13x13 |
331 grams (11.7 oz) |
12x12 |
Machine Wash |
| 14x14 |
376 grams (13.2 oz) |
13x13 |
Machine Wash |
| 15x15 |
481 grams (17 oz) |
14x14 |
Machine Wash |
| 16x16 |
549 grams (19.4 oz) |
15x15 |
Machine Wash |
| 17x17 |
720 grams (25.4 oz) |
16x16 |
Machine Wash |
| 18x18 |
765 grams (27 oz) |
17x17 |
Spot Clean Recommended |
| 19x19 |
908 grams (32 oz) |
18x18 |
Spot Clean Recommended |
| 20x20 |
1,023 grams (36.1 oz) |
18x18 |
Spot Clean Recommended |
| 21x21 |
1,163 grams (41 oz) |
19x19 |
Spot Clean Recommended |
| 22x22 |
1,286 grams (45.4 oz) |
20x20 |
Spot Clean Recommended |
| 24x24 |
1,634 grams (57.6 oz) |
22x22 |
Spot Clean Recommended |
| 25x25 |
1,834 grams (64.7 oz) |
23x23 |
Spot Clean Recommended |
| 26x26 |
1,890 grams (66.7 oz) |
24x24 |
Spot Clean Recommended |
| 27x27 |
2,108 grams (74.4 oz) |
25x25 |
Spot Clean Recommended |
| 28x28 |
2,260 grams (80 oz) |
26x26 |
Spot Clean Recommended |
| 30x30 |
2,901 grams (102 oz) |
28x28 |
Spot Clean Recommended |