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A Look at Waterbed Sheet Sizes
By Kevin Stith
Just like conventional beds, waterbeds come in a number of sizes. It is important to buy the appropriate size sheet for the bed, or the sheets will not fit properly and make it difficult to sleep on the bed. One must take several factors into account when choosing what size sheet to buy. The length and width of the mattress are the two most obvious things to consider, but the depth of the mattress is another important aspect to take into consideration. The type of frame is also important. Whether the frame is soft or hard has an effect on how easy it is to fit the sheet over the mattress.
Some of the most commonly found waterbed mattress sizes are King, Queen, Single, and Super Single. One thing to remember is that many waterbeds with hard frames are measured on what is called the California bed size chart. Waterbeds are usually longer than conventional beds, so the sheets are usually 84 inches long instead of the standard 74 inches for most conventional beds. Most bed sizes differ in width rather than length. This is pretty common for waterbeds, but it is important to check for differences between these sizes and conventional sizes. With most sheets, they cost more depending on their size. Since King is the biggest size, they are usually the most expensive. Sometimes, all of the sizes cost the same price.
King waterbed sheets are one of the more common sizes. They are the biggest and usually the most expensive. Queen is the next biggest size. Queen waterbed sheets are also pretty easy to find. Full waterbed sheets are not as common. Full size waterbeds are smaller than Queen size but still big enough for two people. Full size is sometimes called double size. Single waterbed sheets are designed to fit on beds made for one person. Super single waterbed sheets are a little bit wider than single size, but not as wide as full size.
It is important to know the depth, or thickness, of the mattress as well. If any mattress pads or other accessories are added onto the mattress, it may make it too thick for the sheets to fit. Most waterbed mattresses have a standard depth, but it is still a good idea to check that the sheets will fit.
There are a number of different sizes of waterbeds to choose from, each with sheets made just for it. It is important to get the precise size of the bed right when buying the sheets to guarantee that they will fit snugly and provide a comfortable night’s sleep.
The Versatile Daybed Pop Up Trundle
By If you are looking to add some additional sleeping space to your room, the daybed pop up trundle combo is the way to go! You not only get sleeping space for two that only takes up space for one when not in use, but you also have options of where to sleep that second person.
The daybed pop up trundle is the easiest to use of the various trundle options. You just slide it out from under the bed, raise it to its normal height, and lock it into position. With a little bit of practice, you can probably do it with just one hand! No need to flip it all around while opening up the legs like with a lift up trundle unit. And because it is not a trundle drawer version, you can move the trundle bed wherever it is needed.
Most people think that when you set up your pop up trundle bed that you will put it alongside the daybed itself. Obviously this is an option, and probably the most preferred one if you are sleeping adults in the daybed. Simply line the two beds up together and you have the equivalent of a king-size bed. You can use either 2 twin-size sheet sets or you can use a king-size set. Then in the morning, strip the bedsheets, lower the trundle bed, slide it back under the daybed, and your room is back to normal.
But with your daybed pop up trundle, you have OPTIONS! You can slide the trundle out from under the daybed but leave it at ground level … great for when sleeping smaller children. Or you can raise the bed and put it anywhere else in the room where it fits better. Or, you can even put it in another room if you need to. Just be sure to not pop it up until you have it where you want it as the open trundle bed will be more difficult to move.
If you’re thinking about adding additional sleeping space somewhere in your house but are concerned that you really don’t have room to dedicate solely to sleeping the occasional guest, a daybed pop up trundle arrangement is by far your best bet. For the space of one bed, you get two beds … and you are not even required to sleep both those guests in the same room. Underneath the daybed is built-in storage space for your trundle bed so you won’t even have to find somewhere to store your extra bed.
Does Thread Count Affect Bed Sheet Quality?
By Corinne Waldon
There is no feeling better than getting into a clean bed, turning the lights off, closing your eyes and falling asleep as your head hits the pillow. On the reverse side, there is nothing worse than crawling into bed, turning off the light, tossing, and turning for hours on end, trying to get comfortable so you can get some sleep. The night seems long and never ending, and knowing you are going to be tired the next day when you get up makes it all the worse. Statistics show that people need between seven and nine hours of uninterrupted sleep nightly. Being comfortable in bed is important since so many hours are spend sleeping, and good bedding can make the difference between sleeping like a baby or laying awake counting sheep.
What is Thread Count?
Measuring fabric and seeing how many yarns or threads there are woven into the length and width of one square inch, is know as the thread count.
Bed linens can be anywhere between 80 to 1,000 and the average range that is commonly carried in most stores is from 150 to 400. Sheets made of cotton, muslin other cotton blends typically have a count of 150. Thread counts of around 160-180 believed to be average quality. Two hundred and over are sometimes referred to as percale. A standard rule is the higher the number, the more expensive the bed sheets.
Does Thread Count Affect the Quality of Bed Sheets?
Consumers want to purchase bed sheets that feel wonderful and will be around many years. Thread count is important but there are also some other things to consider. Among other factors, does affect the ‘hand’, or the feel of the bedding when it touches your skin. You need to consider what fabric the bed sheet is made of and the finish. Counts in the range of 200 to 600 are very durable and soft but remember that other features should be important to you also. When choosing your bed sheets, here are a few items to remember:
1. Cotton/polyester blends of fabric do not feel as crisp and cool but the seldom wrinkle.
2. Flannel and brushed cotton are the right choice for you if you are looking for warmth.
3. By picking 100% cotton weaves, you will get the feeling of satin but it will not be as slippery.
4. Cool and luxurious percale gets softer with each washing.
5. Egyptian cotton has the longest fiber and is known as the ‘King’ of sheets. It becomes softer with each washing while remaining luxurious, smooth and durable.
Most people enjoy a good quality bed linen with a relatively high thread count for optimum comfort. To make sure that the correct sheets are purchased check the thread count before making a decision.
Choosing the Perfect Bed Sheets
By You spend a lot of your time sleeping, which means you definitely want to sleep on something comfortable. Choosing the right bed sheets is definitely important and there are many things to consider. Here are several tips to help you choose the best bed sheets.
First of all, when you are purchasing bedding, you definitely want to make sure you purchase the right size of sheets. There are many different types of mattresses out there, and just because your bed is a king size bed, doesn’t mean regular king sheets will fit. There are pillow tops, extra thick mattresses, California Kings, and more. Pay attention to the size of you bed when you buy to ensure the sheets fit.
It’s important to consider the thread count of your sheets as well. The higher the thread count, the softer your sheets are going to be. If you go with a low thread count, you’ll spend the night on scratchy sheets, which means you won’t sleep well. Sheets over 250 count are the best, and the higher, the more comfy you’ll be at night.
Of course, material is also important when choosing the perfect bed sheets. There are various materials to choose from, including silk, cotton, satin, and flannel. Probably the most common choice is cotton, because it is cool when it’s hot and warm when it’s cold. However, some people love the warmth of flannel sheets, while other prefer the luxurious feeling of silk or satin sheets.
These are just several things to think about when picking out bedding. Your sheets are important to a good night’s rest, so choose carefully.
A Green Home Decor Gift Idea
By: Michelle Radcliff
With the holidays fast approaching, its time to start thinking about what gifts you want to buy this year for family and friends. If you know someone just starting out in a new home or apartment, this environmentally-friendly gift idea is both unique and affordable.
Whether you’re looking for a housewarming gift, wedding gift or Christmas gift, a bamboo bath towel set bamboo sheet sets makes a great gift. “Going green”, a term that is referred to for anyone wanting to become more environmentally responsible and aware, is a fast growing trend. More and more people are looking to buy products that have the least negative impact on the environment. The materials used to make a product and the methods used in manufacturing it are the determining factors of classifying something that is “green” or environmentally-friendly.
Bath towels, bamboo sheets, or any textiles that are made from bamboo fiber as opposed to cotton have several advantages. First, bamboo is a highly sustainable material. It is one of the fastest growing woody plants in the world; some species grow 3-4 feet per day! Cutting bamboo down actually promotes rapid regrowth. Bamboo comes in many different species that are very versatile, making it extremely adaptable to different growing environments. Bamboo uses high amounts of carbon dioxide, a common greenhouse gas and produces large amounts of oxygen. It is abundantly available in many rural communities that are economically challenged, making it a valuable resource to help improve the economies and preserve the cultures of these communities.
In addition to the environmental benefits of bamboo, it also has some natural health benefits as well. Bamboo produces a unique anti-bacteria and bacteriostasis bio agent called “bamboo kun”. This enables textiles made of bamboo to be naturally anti-bacterial and deodorizing. Bamboo requires less dye than cotton while producing more vivid colors. Another disadvantage of cotton is that it takes large amounts of pesticides to maintain and grow it. Bamboo yarn is softer than cotton, often compared to cashmere.
These are some of the great benefits of giving bamboo fiber bath towel sets as a unique, ecofriendly gift. They are also an affordable gift, you can find a set of three that includes a bath towel, hand towel and washcloth for under $40.00. Bamboo bath towel sets and bamboo sheets are great for people with allergies because they are naturally hypo-allergenic and anti-microbial. They’re a gift you can feel good about giving.
Day Beds
Day beds are beds that look like a couch. The back of the couch serves as a headboard. To make a full-size bed some come with a trundle that fits under the bed when set up it looks like a couch. To make the bed bigger for guest to sleep on the trundle is pulled out from under the day bed. The trundle is on wheels which makes it easies to pull out and then can be popped up to the same level as the main part of the day bed. When using a link spring you can join the trundle to the main bed making it into a king-size bed. It can also be left separate to make two twin size beds.
A day bed is considered to be more comfortable then a futon as it has an actual twin mattress. Day beds take up more room then a futon because it is a permanent piece of furniture in a room. None the less it only takes up the space of a twin-size bed. Day beds are great to create a guest room that also may be use as an office. When set up looks like a couch. When buying linens for you day bed measure you mattress for the proper size. In most cases you can buy twin sheet sets. Day beds are considered a more classical approach to use then a sleeper sofa or futon
Who Invented Fitted Sheets
Fitted sheets were made with elastic corners to fit over a mattress at all four corner preventing the sheet from slipping off when you laid down on the bed at night.
The fitted sheet was invented by a lady by the name Giselle Jubinville, a Canadian from Alberta Canada. This housewife Giselle Jubinville was fed -up with sheets that would not stay in place so she set out to design a better fitted sheet. Sewing day and night for months on end she tried hundreds of designs. Everyone told her that she was wasting her time that you can’t patent a sheet. But she never gave up and she kept sewing in a corner of her bedroom all night.
The perfect design came to her in a dream. Stitching the corner at just the right angle and using more fabric, she was able to make deeper pockets. This helps the sheet to stay in place on the mattress.
It took Giselle 4 years to sell her design. In Washington, D.C. the patent office turn her down three times. They told her that there was 100, patent ways to sewing sheet corners so they didn’t agree that hers was new. Giselle took her design to Washington herself to show them in person. After the patent examiner had been shown the design he agreed it was new, and awarded a patent.
The next step was to go to the two largest Canadian sheet manufacturers, but both companies were not a bit interested in purchasing her design. Giselle tried Springs Industries in the U.S., they purchased her patent for a $1million plus.
Now Giselle Jubinville and her family are enjoying the results of her ‘foolish’ Idea.
We all get the pleasure of having fitted sheets that won’t slide off the bed. Fitted sheets come in many different sizes starting from twin sheet sets up to king size.
From a Kid’s Room to a Guest Room
Many families with multiple children have a full house when the kids are growing up. The rooms are all occupied, and the house is full of knickknacks and photos and other strewn items. But once all those kids grow up and move away to college, the house that once felt so bustling and full can feel pretty empty and quiet. Some parents even opt to move once the children have moved away, because the house is simply too large for two people. But if you don’t want to give up your home, there is an option for those recently vacated rooms.
Convert one or multiple rooms into guest bedrooms. If you’re at all interested in interior decorating, design, or home improvement, it will be a great opportunity to create a room from scratch. Purchase a new twin bed and all the trimmings from a luxurious comforter to twin sheet sets. Repaint the walls, and fix all the little things about the room that have always bothered you. After all, what better time to replace that faulty door handle or trade out that chipped window pane?