Pillows get lumpy over time as their stuffing collects dirt, debris and moisture. These materials cause the pillow stuffing to clump together. … To restore your pillow to its original shape, you must get rid of the moisture and the dirt inside. The best way to do this is with a washing machine and dryer.

How do you plump a lumpy pillow?

Fix Lumpy Pillows: Air Dry Them and Air Them Out Regularly Air drying can do a more complete job of drying a pillow and when you air dry them, make sure to fluff them several times and turn them after you’ve laid them on a table or on a clothes line.

How do you fix a lumpy pillow without tennis balls?

1. Use wool dryer balls.
2. Scrunch up some aluminium foil into a ball and add to the dryer. It should help your pillow dry more quickly.
3. Use Ecoegg Dryer Eggs. …
4. Add another (dry) pillow to the dryer.
5. Add some dry fluffy towels to the dryer.