- Is this pillow good for people with allergies?
- No. It is filled with feather and down, which are common allergens. Shoppers with dust or feather sensitivities should choose a polyester or down-alternative pillow instead.
- How does it compare with a polyester throw pillow?
- The down blend is softer, lighter and holds a chop better. Polyester is firmer, cheaper to replace and easier to clean, but it flattens faster and feels less plush.
- What size is it and where does it fit?
- It is a 20-inch square, a common size for sofa backs and queen or king beds. It also works as a layering pillow in front of larger 22- or 24-inch pillows.
- Can the cover be removed for washing?
- Treat it as spot-clean only unless the care label says otherwise. Feather-down fill loses loft and clumps when machine washed, so professional cleaning is the safer route.
- Does it hold its shape?
- It chops and reshapes well, but feather-down settles with use. Fluff it by hand regularly and it keeps a fuller look longer than polyester.
- Is it firm enough for back support?
- It is on the soft side. It works as a light back cushion while reading, but shoppers wanting firm lumbar support should look at a denser insert.
- Where is the Bed Bath & Beyond Clarita 20-inch Feather Down Filled cheapest?
- At Lightingnewyork, for $93.80, as of our latest check.