Learn how to properly wash your pillows in the washing machine for a clean that goes deeper than your pillowcase.

A shocking number of items can be safely cleaned in a washing machine, like shoes, stuffed animals, and backpacks. But can you add pillows to the list? We consulted with two laundry and cleaning ...

If you have a top-load washer, Mock advises placing the pillows in the washer vertically to prevent damage. “Be sure to read the care label before washing, and follow the instructions,” she says.

Tips for maintaining a clean top-loading washer Once you've mastered how to clean a washing machine that smells, and yours is sparkling clean, you will be wanting to keep it that way.