Flame Retardant Pillows BS 7175 (Source 5)

Flame Retardant Pillows — BS 7175 Tested, Hollowfibre, Anti-Allergenic

Most care homes and hotels get the duvet cover right and forget the pillow. It is an easy oversight — pillows feel less visible than bedding, and they do not come up in fire risk conversations as often as they should. But in a fully compliant institutional bed, every component counts, and a pillow that has not been tested to BS 7175 is a gap in your documentation that an auditor will find.

These flame retardant pillows use a Proban-treated polycotton cover, tested to BS 7175 Section 3 after 50 washes at 74°C — which is the meaningful test. Not tested once in a lab at low temperature. Tested after fifty commercial wash cycles at the temperature your housekeeping team actually uses. The hollowfibre filling is lightweight, breathable and anti-allergenic, making these suitable for residents or guests with asthma or dust sensitivity. Available in singles, pairs, fives and tens — structured for single replacements and full room fits alike. Browse the full flame retardant bedding range for matching covers and sheets.

Key Benefits

The BS 7175 Section 3 certification after 50 washes at 74°C is the specification detail that separates this pillow from untested alternatives labelled loosely as "fire retardant." Care home managers and hotel housekeeping managers who have been through a fire safety audit will understand why that distinction matters in practice. The 650g weight sits in the standard range — firm enough to provide support without the heat retention of heavier fills. Anti-allergenic hollowfibre construction makes these appropriate for mixed-occupancy environments without needing to maintain a separate hypoallergenic stock line. Machine washable and tumble-dry safe, they integrate cleanly into existing laundry processes without special handling.

Product Details

• Certification: BS 7175 (Section 3, tested after 50 washes at 74°C)

• Cover material: Polycotton, Proban-treated

• Filling: 100% polyester hollowfibre

• Weight: 650g

• Size: Standard — 48cm x 74cm

• Properties: Anti-allergenic, machine washable, tumble dry (warm to cool)

• Pack options: Single, pack of 2, pack of 5, pack of 10

Who These Are For

Care homes fitting out resident bedrooms need fire compliant pillows as a baseline, not an upgrade. The Proban treatment tested to 50-wash durability means you are not replacing pillows ahead of schedule because the FR certification has degraded — a real cost in high-turnover environments. Hotels that have specified FR duvet covers and sheets should round out the bed with a matching pillow specification rather than leaving a compliance gap on the most-touched item on the bed. For residential use, anti-allergenic FR pillows are a sensible choice for anyone replacing bedding in an older property or one with a solid fuel heating system. Need a full room specification across pillows, covers and sheets? Call 01204 896528 and the trade team will put together a full FR bed pack quote.

Care Instructions

• Machine washable

• Tumble dry on warm to cool heat

• Do not bleach

• FR properties maintained through Proban treatment — tested to 50 washes at 74°C

• Replace when filling loses loft or cover shows signs of wear

FAQs

What does BS 7175 Section 3 mean for pillows? 

BS 7175 Section 3 is the flame retardancy test standard applicable to pillows and filled bedding items. The critical detail with this product is that the certification is tested after 50 wash cycles at 74°C — the temperature used in commercial laundry settings — rather than just on a new, unwashed sample.

How long does the Proban FR treatment last? 

The Proban treatment on the cover fabric has been tested to retain its FR properties through 50 washes at 74°C. In practice, the limiting factor on pillow lifespan in institutional settings is usually physical wear on the cover or loss of filling loft — not FR degradation.

Are these pillows suitable for allergy sufferers? 

Yes. The 100% polyester hollowfibre filling is anti-allergenic and does not support dust mite populations in the way natural fillings can. They are suitable for use in care settings where residents have asthma or dust sensitivities.

Can I mix pack sizes in a single order? 

Yes — you can order singles, pairs, fives and tens in any combination. There is no minimum order, and free delivery applies on orders over £40.

Do you supply matching FR duvet covers and sheets?