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Brooklyn Bedding was one of the earliest bed-in-a-box mattress companies on the internet. They first launched their bedding products on Amazon, and have since grown into their own website catalogue.
At Mattress Advisor, we’ve had many Brooklyn Bedding mattresses in our lab, so we’re pretty familiar with their materials and construction (check out our Brooklyn Bedding mattress reviews). Now, we’re excited to talk about their other sleep accessories. If you’re interested in the Brooklyn Bedding Luxury Cooling Pillow, this is a good place to start.
The Brooklyn Bedding Luxury Cooling Pillow is marketed as a pillow for every kind of sleeper. Still, there is no one-size-fits-all pillow, so here is who we think will like and dislike the Brooklyn Bedding pillow:
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Let’s start with the knit cover. The Luxury Cooling Pillow has a breathable cotton-polyester blend pillow cover. Polyester is often used in bedding because it is moisture-wicking and durable. Personally, I love the silky smooth texture of polyester. It feels luxurious without breaking the bank.
Cotton is also a good pick for a pillowcase. It starts soft and gets softer with each wash. The circular knit pattern doesn’t impact the effectiveness of the pillow, but it looks and feels nice.
Brooklyn Bedding also includes Phase Change Material in the cover. This enables the surface of the pillowcase to remain temperature neutral, bordering on cool. The PCM effect doesn’t go away after years of use, which is a big plus. Also, the cover is machine washable, and you can remove it with the zipper on the side.
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The core of the Luxury Cooling Pillow is a piece of plush CertiPUR-US certified memory foam. This construction provides consistent support, but it can’t be molded like shredded memory foam. The firmness of the foam may take getting used to for those coming from polyester or down pillows. Still, it has quite a bit of give, unlike traditional memory foam. The medium firmness level allows your head to sink into the center of the foam without losing neck support.
This pillow also has what Brooklyn Bedding calls dual action cooling technologies. The foam is infused with cooling gel that absorbs your body heat. It also has pin core ventilation, which is just a bunch of small holes in the foam that create channels for airflow.
Finally, the foam is infused with copper-graphite. Both of these elements are high in thermal conductivity, which means that they naturally equalize the temperature of the foam. Plus, copper is antimicrobial and allergen-resistant. You don’t need to worry about mold, bacteria, or dust mites taking up residence in this pillow.
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Curious what we love about this pillow? These are a couple of our favorite features:
In this next section, we’ll cover the specs for this pillow, including sizes, prices, sleep trial, warranty, and FAQs.
Brooklyn Bedding offers their Luxury Cooling pillow in 2 sizes and 2 loft levels.
You can also opt to finance your pillow purchase through Affirm.
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When you order a Brooklyn Bedding sleep product, you get free shipping via FedEx or UPS, unless you live in Alaska, Hawaii, or Canada.
If you need to return your pillow for whatever reason, you can send it back during the 30-day sleep trial. Just email support@brooklynbedding.com, and they will send you a prepaid shipping label. Package your pillow and ship it back to their warehouse (they’ll give you the address). Once your return is processed, you’ll see the refund on your original form of payment within 3-4 business days.
Brooklyn Bedding gives you a 30-day trial period. This is a little below average for pillow sleep trials, but it’s still plenty of time to decide if it’s not the right fit. During this period, you can also exchange your pillow for a different loft level. Just follow the return instructions, claim your refund, and order a new pillow.
The Luxury Cooling Pillow is covered by a 3-year warranty. Brooklyn Bedding doesn’t specify exactly which defects are covered, but a customer care rep confirmed that you will be eligible for a full pillow replacement if the foam cracks or flattens, or if the cover tears or shrinks from normal use. As with all warranties, hold onto your original receipt, since this is usually required to make a warranty claim.
Pros | Cons |
Cooling: Breathable polyester-cotton cover and dual action cooling foam | Off-Gassing: You may notice a subtle off-gassing smell after unpacking your new pillow |
Pressure Relief: Buoyant memory foam lifts stress off of pressure points in all sleep positions | Size Limits: The Luxury Cooling Pillow is only available in queen and king sizes |
Customizable: Two loft levels allow for a more customized sleep experience | Price: This is one of the more expensive pillows on the market |
Only the pillow cover is machine washable. Remove it by unzipping the cover and wash it on a gentle setting. You can tumble dry it on low heat or lay it flat to dry. Unlike the washable cover, Brooklyn Bedding advises only spot cleaning for the foam core.
Memory foam is manufactured with chemicals, so most bedding companies strive for the lowest environmental and health impacts. Only foams with low VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) emissions are awarded a Certipur-US certification. The foam also must be void of heavy metals, formaldehyde, ozone depleters, flame retardants, and phthalates.
Most off-gassing happens before memory foam pillows are shipped, but if you notice a slight factory odor after unpacking your pillow, air it out in a well ventilated room. The smell should disappear within a few hours.
Loft preference is pretty subjective to each sleeper and his/her body type. Generally, side sleepers need a higher loft to keep pressure off of their shoulders. Stomach sleepers, on the other hand, need a low loft to keep their spine aligned. Back sleepers are most comfortable with a medium loft, and combo sleepers can choose whichever height works best for their most dominant sleep position.
If you order your pillow on Amazon, make sure the seller is either Amazon Prime or Brooklyn Bedding. If not, your pillow won’t be eligible for a trial period and it won’t be covered by the 3-year full replacement warranty.
Overall, the Brooklyn Bedding Luxury Cooling Pillow is a high-quality, cool, comfortable pillow. It addresses the needs of every sleep position, intentionally tackles temperature issues associated with memory foam, and is supportive without compromising coziness.
I would recommend the high loft option to side sleepers with a small frame, as well as back sleepers with a large frame. The high loft may be too low for side sleepers with broad shoulders. The low loft option is great for back sleepers with a small or average frame. The foam has enough cushion to accommodate stomach sleepers, but some may find it too tall, particularly if you sleep with your arms by your sides or are transitioning from a down pillow.
Because this pillow has multiple cooling features, it should sleep comfortably for the average person. However, if you tend to sleep extra hot, you may want to veer in the direction of a shredded memory foam pillow.
Lastly, the cost may inhibit some consumers from trying the Luxury Cooling Pillow. Monthly financing is available if you’re set on this pillow model, but keep in mind that Brooklyn Bedding offers a couple of lower cost pillow options and occasionally runs discounts.
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