Pillows with inner core
Cozy down on the outer shell and a core with special qualities.
Guide to choosing a pillow with a core
DaunenStep pillows with a core combine a soft outer shell in down and feathers with an internal structure that shapes the support and feel of the pillow. The core can be made of feathers, memory foam or wool combined with natural materials such as Swiss stone pine, hay and rose petals.
Quick answer
What is a pillow with a core?
A pillow with a core consists of two complementary structures: a soft outer section and an internal core that determines much of the pillow’s support and characteristics. In DaunenStep Perla models, the outer shell contains 90% down and 10% feathers, while the core varies by model: feathers, memory foam, wool and Swiss stone pine, wool and hay, or wool and rose petals.
Quick comparison
Which DaunenStep pillow with a core should you choose?
All Perla models share the softness of the outer shell in down and feathers, but differ mainly in the material used for the core. The table allows you to compare the main features of the range at a glance.
How does the pillow’s internal core work?
In Perla pillows, the initial feel is determined mainly by the outer shell in down and feathers, while the internal core gives the pillow different characteristics depending on the material selected.
This combination is what distinguishes a pillow with a core from a traditional pillow with a single filling: the outer section can retain a soft and welcoming feel, while the core can provide a different type of support or introduce particular materials inside the pillow.
Perla Piuma: a pillow with adjustable height
Perla Piuma is the most versatile model in the range. Its core consists of two quilted inserts filled with feathers that can be used together or removed to adjust the height of the pillow.
This construction allows the pillow to be personalised more closely to individual support preferences, while retaining the softness of the outer shell made from 90% down and 10% feathers.
Perla Memo: down on the outside, memory foam on the inside
Perla Memo combines two different sensations in a single pillow. The outer shell in down and feathers provides a soft surface, while the internal microperforated viscoelastic foam core with a classic shape creates more defined support.
The shell features a zip that allows the pillow to be opened and the memory foam core removed. It is therefore suitable for those who appreciate the comfort of down but want a different internal structure from that of a traditional all-down pillow.
Pillows with a natural core: Rosa, Fieno and Cirmolo
The Perla Rosa, Perla Fieno and Perla Cirmolo models belong to the solutions with a natural core. All retain the outer shell made from 90% down and 10% feathers, but use a wool base inside combined with a different natural element.
Perla Rosa combines wool with rose petals, Perla Fieno uses wool and hay, while Perla Cirmolo combines wool with Swiss stone pine shavings. The choice between these models therefore depends mainly on material preference and the aromatic characteristics that distinguish the different cores.
In brief
Perla Piuma if you are mainly looking for versatility and adjustable height.
Perla Memo if you prefer a more structured memory foam core.
Perla Rosa, Fieno or Cirmolo if you want a pillow with a core made from wool and natural materials.
Pillow with a core or down pillow: what is the difference?
In a traditional down pillow, the composition of the filling directly determines the softness and support of the pillow. In Perla pillows, however, the construction is divided between a soft outer shell and a separate internal core.
The core range is therefore particularly suited to those who want to retain the soft feel typical of down while choosing an internal structure with specific characteristics.
How do you wash a pillow with a core?
Care must take the internal structure of each model into account. For DaunenStep Perla pillows, washing the outer section at a maximum of 40°C is recommended, always following the instructions on the product label and product page.
In models with a removable core, such as Perla Memo, the core must be removed before washing the outer shell. After washing, the pillow should be dried thoroughly before being used again or stored.
Would you also like to compare down, fibre, memory foam and anatomical pillows? Read the complete DaunenStep guide to choosing the right pillow .
Frequently asked questions
Pillow with core FAQ
What is a pillow with a core?
It is a pillow made up of an outer structure and a separate internal core. In DaunenStep Perla models, the outer shell contains 90% down and 10% feathers, while the core may be made of feathers, memory foam or wool combined with Swiss stone pine, hay or rose petals.
What is the difference between a pillow with a core and a down pillow?
A traditional down pillow uses a filling of down and/or feathers to create the structure of the pillow. A pillow with a core instead combines a soft outer shell with a separate internal element, which can be made from different materials and have different characteristics.
Which Perla pillow allows you to adjust the height?
Perla Piuma contains two quilted feather-filled inserts that can be used together or removed. This allows the height of the pillow to be adjusted according to personal preferences.
How is the Perla Memo pillow made?
Perla Memo has an outer shell in down and feathers and an internal microperforated memory foam core with a traditional classic shape. A zip allows the shell to be opened and the core removed.
Which DaunenStep pillows have a natural core?
Perla Rosa, Perla Fieno and Perla Cirmolo use cores made respectively from wool and rose petals, wool and hay, and wool and Swiss stone pine. All are surrounded by the characteristic outer shell in down and feathers of the Perla range.
How do you wash a pillow with a core?
The washing method depends on the model and type of core. For the Perla range, washing the outer section at a maximum of 40°C is recommended. In models with a removable core, this must be removed before washing the shell. It is always advisable to follow the specific instructions on the product label.