How to Recycle Feather Pillows
Today, recycling is the name of the game. But sometimes certain items are questionable, such as old feather pillows. Don't throw them away; there are a number of ways to recycle, donate or repurpose them.
Things You Will Need
- Feather pillows
- Zippered pillow cases, optional
- Scissors
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Put your old feathered pillows into zippered pillow covers if you plan to donate them; usually the seams on an old pillow may be worn. If you have more than one pillow, don't wash more than two at a time. Wash on a gentle cycle with less soap than you would normally use. Dry on low in the drier or on the line outside.
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Drop off the pillows at a recycling center or donate them to charity shops such as Goodwill or the Salvation Army. You can also donate old feather pillows to animal shelters.
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Compost the feathers. Cut the pillows open, gather the feathers and dump them on your compost pile. Make sure to cover them so they don't blow away.
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Place a thin layer of feathers in a hole when planting. Feathers are a good source of nitrogen and work well for soft fruit such as raspberries and strawberries.
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Use the feathers as a stuffing for other items, such as pet beds or cushions. They can also be utilized in various craft projects.
The Drip Cap
- Today, recycling is the name of the game.
- But sometimes certain items are questionable, such as old feather pillows.
- Drop off the pillows at a recycling center or donate them to charity shops such as Goodwill or the Salvation Army.
- They can also be utilized in various craft projects.
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Writer Bio
Annie Kluza has been in the public-relations field since 1998, writing for clients in a number of markets and platforms. An avid traveler, she has published many travel articles, both online and in regional magazines such as "Magazine of Summerlin" and "205 South." Kluza holds a Bachelor of Arts in communications studies, magna cum laude, from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
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