Why feather pillows?
Nov 2, 19, 4:32 pm
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Why feather pillows?
I am allergic to feather dust. My nose gets congested and my skin gets itching, and can get worse.
So I always call beforehand to request de-feather the room. But recently two Courtyards failed to do so. I have to call the front desk and ask them to redo the room. Labor lost for them and I am not happy either.
Why these hotels always carry feather pillows? alliance between hotel and chick farm? Cost serving (I doubt that feather is cheaper than polyester)? Political reason (certain states who raise chickens want to protect chicken farmer)?
For all the members who prefer feather pillows? what's your reason?
So I always call beforehand to request de-feather the room. But recently two Courtyards failed to do so. I have to call the front desk and ask them to redo the room. Labor lost for them and I am not happy either.
Why these hotels always carry feather pillows? alliance between hotel and chick farm? Cost serving (I doubt that feather is cheaper than polyester)? Political reason (certain states who raise chickens want to protect chicken farmer)?
For all the members who prefer feather pillows? what's your reason?
Nov 2, 19, 4:35 pm
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I always ask for feather or down pillows...they feel very different from polyester or foam, which are much more "elastic" for lack of a better word. Feather and down pillows adapt to the shape of your neck and head in a way that other types of pillows don't. To each his own...
Nov 2, 19, 5:08 pm
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Originally Posted by estedman
Most hotels I know of have other pillows than feather/down. Just ask.
Nov 2, 19, 7:22 pm
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That's like asking why people prefer steak over hamburger.
I like the way feather pillows conform to my head, but I find they offer little to no support, so I like to layer feathers on top of foam.
I like the way feather pillows conform to my head, but I find they offer little to no support, so I like to layer feathers on top of foam.
Nov 2, 19, 7:55 pm
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Originally Posted by mahasamatman
That's like asking why people prefer steak over hamburger.
I like the way feather pillows conform to my head, but I find they offer little to no support, so I like to layer feathers on top of foam.
I like the way feather pillows conform to my head, but I find they offer little to no support, so I like to layer feathers on top of foam.
Nov 2, 19, 8:19 pm
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OP has a very fair point, I don't understand why some posters are being obnoxious towards them.
It isn't a very difficult request for them to oblige, so I see no reason for this to be a recurring issue. A fair complaint from the OP for sure...
It isn't a very difficult request for them to oblige, so I see no reason for this to be a recurring issue. A fair complaint from the OP for sure...
Nov 2, 19, 8:22 pm
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Originally Posted by Walker1921
I am allergic to feather dust. My nose gets congested and my skin gets itching, and can get worse.
So I always call beforehand to request de-feather the room. But recently two Courtyards failed to do so. I have to call the front desk and ask them to redo the room. Labor lost for them and I am not happy either.
Why these hotels always carry feather pillows? alliance between hotel and chick farm? Cost serving (I doubt that feather is cheaper than polyester)? Political reason (certain states who raise chickens want to protect chicken farmer)?
For all the members who prefer feather pillows? what's your reason?
So I always call beforehand to request de-feather the room. But recently two Courtyards failed to do so. I have to call the front desk and ask them to redo the room. Labor lost for them and I am not happy either.
Why these hotels always carry feather pillows? alliance between hotel and chick farm? Cost serving (I doubt that feather is cheaper than polyester)? Political reason (certain states who raise chickens want to protect chicken farmer)?
For all the members who prefer feather pillows? what's your reason?
Nov 2, 19, 8:43 pm
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Originally Posted by Walker1921
Actually, I am more comparing myself to passengers who are allergic to peanuts.
Originally Posted by Walker1921
For all the members who prefer feather pillows? what's your reason?
Nov 2, 19, 8:46 pm
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As others have said, feather tends to be less firm and conform more comfortably to my head/neck.
If you’re allergic however, it’s something to note in your profile. I believe there is a box to check that says “feather free room.” In your position I would also reconfirm with the front desk at check in.
If you’re allergic however, it’s something to note in your profile. I believe there is a box to check that says “feather free room.” In your position I would also reconfirm with the front desk at check in.
