Basic Pillow - Goose Feather Pillow

Stability that does not give way

The Basic pillow by Minardi of Italy is filled with 100% goose feather. It is the feather’s fine quill that gives the filling its body, and when the filling is entirely feather the pillow becomes the firmest in the range: it holds your head at a height that stays put rather than sinking beneath it.

Key Features

• 100% goose feather — a settled body that does not flatten under the weight of the head
• The firmest in the Minardi range — the opposite end from the soft pillows
• Support that holds all night — keeps its height from the beginning of the night to the end
• 100% natural cotton cover — at 185 g/m² for a durable, soft feel
• Dust-mite resistant — certified by DowNoMite
• Italian manufacture — by Minardi, the Italian down house

Technical Specifications

Who Is This Pillow For?

For anyone who finds soft pillows unsupportive and wakes with their head sunk into them. Full feather keeps the pillow’s height, so the head stays supported at a settled level. It suits in particular anyone who needs a height that fills the distance between the shoulder and the head, and it is the ideal choice for anyone who prefers a supported feel rather than a sinking one.

What is the difference between feather and down?

Feather has a fine quill that gives the filling its body and stability — it is what provides the support. Down is the layer closest to the bird’s body, without a quill, and it is the source of softness and lightness. Basic is entirely feather with no down at all, which is why it is the firmest.

Other Pillows You Might Like

• Extra pillow — the softest in the range
• Smart pillow — soft down around a memory foam core that supports the neck
• Puff pillow — balanced softness with support
• Max pillow — balanced stability

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between this and Extra? Both are 100%

The number is the same but the type of filling is exactly the opposite. Extra is 100% down — the layer closest to the bird’s body, without a quill — so it is the softest in the range and the head sinks into it. Basic is 100% feather with its fine quill that gives body, so it is the firmest and the head stays supported above it. The two are the ends of the ladder: Extra for maximum softness, Basic for settled support.

Is it hard?

No. It is firm, not hard — it holds your head at a settled height rather than letting it sink. If you prefer the sinking feel, Puff or Extra suits you better.

Can it cause an allergy?

The filling is treated and dust-mite resistant, certified by DowNoMite. If you have a known feather allergy, consult a specialist.

Certifications

Minardi is a member of the European Down and Feather Association (EDFA), and its products carry OEKO-TEX for textile safety and DowNoMite, which certifies that the filling does not attract dust mites.