Archive for May, 2009
Pillows for the Bed
To get a good night sleep one must in vest in a well constructed pillow.
There are different choices that come down to fill, support and size.
To get a light support you would choose a soft fill like down alternative, goose down feathers or silk.
Organic cotton or wool gives you a firmer support. Added support I would pick a gusseted pillow with side walls that help it keep and maintain the pillows shape.
Latex natural foam helps to relieve pressure on your body as it molds to your neck, shoulders and spine.
Whatever your pick out for your style of pillow, take some extra money and in vest in a pillow protector for hygiene buffer. It is a good practice to find out when buying pillows if they are washable or have to be dry clean. Replacing old pillows with new ones over a few years is good practice too as pillows break down and get uncomfortable to sleep on.
Decorating the Bedroom
Our bedroom is well know as our place dedicated to relaxing, romancing, sleeping, and
dreaming in. We use it as our getaway from everyday chores. When it comes time to decorating the bedroom with a few tricks of the trade you can make your bedroom look new with out the pricey total room redo.
The color décor of your room can match your bed linens if you so desire to shop for them firsts. The hunt may just be the beginning if your taste is more discerning than a cookie cutter “bed-in-a-bag”. When buying everything in a bag you can have all your pillows and comforters and bed skirts to match. Bed sheets come in a ray of many solid colors that will be easily matched to your bed-in-a-bag. Picking a color from your linen decor to freshen up your walls will create a bedroom that reflects your style.
After you finish decorating the bedroom it will become your own personal space to relax in.
Bed Skirts
There are three types of bed skirts to choose from ruffled, box pleated and tailored. You will have to decide the style you prefer before buying.
Choose a bed skirt to complete your bedroom décor. Bed skirts can match with your comforter ensemble or contrast the color with you curtains, the headboard, or your walls. Bed skirts drape below your comforter and touches the floor The space between your box spring and floor is what the bed skirt hides .This then gives your bed a nice finished look.
Bed skirts contain a white fabric that is the same size as your box spring. It is sewn on three sides. To place the bed skirts properly remove your top mattress and spread the bed skirt on the box spring. Your ruffle or fabric will only extend on three sides Place the edge that has no fabric to the top of the bed .The bed skirt should now drape to the floor on both sides and at the bottom foot board.
Bed skirts can be use in baby cribs and children’s bedrooms as well. In children’s room they can enhance a theme of colors and fun. Bed skirts hide the space under a child’s bed, so they will use it to hide things. Don’t forget to peek under the bed skirt if something goes missing.
Tips on Choosing a Down Comforter
Finding ways to help keep the cost of heating our homes down we look for quality products that can help us redirect energy costs and allow us the efficient luxury home décor items like down comforters.
When it comes to our personal needs and the climate we live in it is crucial to know what to buy in a down comforter. Here is a reference guide to down comforters.
What is Down?
Down is the fluffy feathers found under the big feathers of a duck. This is what keeps them warm in cold weather.
Fill=Quality of the Down
The size and density of the feathers found in the comforter is the fill. The higher the number of fill the larger and stronger the comforter. Comforters with smaller feathers are lower price seem to be frail and breakdown easily. The larger feathers have more insulation and last longer.
Thread Count
The number of threads in a square inch of fabric is known as a thread count. The higher thread count in the fabric the higher quality of the yarn. The smaller thread counts allow the feathers to poke through.
These are just a few references to look at when buying a down comforter.
What is Percale?
If you’ve never paid much attention to your bed linen, you might not be aware of what percale is. In fact, you might never have heard of that term at all. But the next time you’re shopping for sheets, keep your eyes open, and you’re bound to come across the word. Percale is a type of weave distinguished for its close knit style. Because percale is actually a type of weave, the content of the fabric doesn’t determine whether it’s “percale” or not.
In this way, percale sheets can be a blend of cotton and polyester, pure cotton, or any other combination of fabric elements. The thread count of these sheets is usually at least 200 or higher. Considered a higher quality weave, it is noticeably more compact and tight than standard bed sheeting. People also often note that percale washes easily and does not deteriorate with multiple washings over time.
Remember your Favorite Holiday with Hotel bedding
Remember your favorite holiday with those luxury hotel bedding. How romantic it was crawling between cool crisp sheets. Well you don’t have to go on another holiday to get that same feeling. Hotel bedding is available now from many designers.
These linens are used by the best hotels and cruise lines. The luscious fibers come from 100% Egyptian cotton and the finest silk, having the highest thread count to ensure the luxury feel. The thread count in hotel linens start at 200 thread count or more, many range over 400. Most places sell basic hotel linen in 600 thread count 100% Egyptian cotton hotel sheets. Most are available in queen, king and California king, the detail of these fine linens whisper luxury as soon as you see them or feel them. You can mix and match your bedding to create the look you want. Add some down pillows with you collection.
Which ever hotel collection you choose to decorate your bed room from your holiday will be remembered for years to come. With hotel collection bedding you can have a holiday ever day.
Down Alternative Comforters
Luxurious Royal Tradition white goose down comforter & white down Alternative comforters features a down-proof cover of 300 Thread Count hypoallergenic fabric in 100% Egyptian cotton with a Damask stripe or Plain sateen. It’s edged with double Self piping for a clean finish. Anti-microbial treatment keeps the down fresh, while its 14 inch baffle box construction allows for maximum warmth and even down distribution. Filling this elegant, oversized comforter is 600 fill power white goose down or white Down Alternative. Dry clean for Goose Down while Machine washes for the Alternative Down.
Bed Linens
When looking for bed linens you probably have notice all the available choices there is in top sheets, fitted sheets, pillow cases and duvet covers and comforters. They all come in many styles and colors, patterns and fabric.
To be on the safe side before buying your bed linens measure your bed to make sure of the size. Many manufacturers are changing the size of their beds, so be safe and measure before shopping. Measure the thickness of your mattress as some fitted sheets are made for thinner mattresses. For best quality, look for fitted sheets with elastic on the sides or on the corners.
When picking your fabric considers the faxes that your sheets pillow cases and duvet covers will be touching your skin. Look for natural fibers like linen, cotton, or blends. They wick away moisture, and dry quickly, adsorbent and they feel really soft. Pure cotton fabric feels cooler against the skin.
Some of the best types of natural fabrics for bed linens that have durability and softness, come from Egyptians cotton and Pima or Sup Irma. The fact that the fibers are longer makes the cotton better then regular cheap cotton with lower thread count. This is important for when you are buying bed linens that the fiber is longer as it gives stronger thread and yarns and you end up with stronger fabric in your bed sheets, pillow cases, duvet covers and comforters and more. There is more to learn so I will look into things to keep in mind when buying fine bed linens
Types of Towels
A towel is used for drying or wiping up moisture. It is a piece of absorbent fabric or paper.
The first type of towel is a bath towel used to dry off after a bath or shower. A larger one is called a bath sheet. The beach towel is a slight larger then a bath towel us to dry off after being the water or to provide a surface to lie on to relax or just to tan. Beach towels are made of bright colors and designs.
Next is a foot towel a small rectangular towel used in the absence of a rug, carpet or bathroom mat. Place on the floor to stand on after you have bath or showered.
The hand towel is smaller then bath towels the size being 30×60cm use to dry your hands.
Paper towels are made of paper used once then disposed of. The paper towel is perforated and comes in a roll normally mounted on a rod to make it easy to tear off.
Here is a type of towel that means the same but different names. They are a tea towel or a dish towel or another name is kitchen towel. Tea towel is the (British English) and dish towel is the (American English). They are all used to day as towels to dry dishes.
Then there is the wash cloth or also known as a face cloth. Wetting a face cloth and applying soap to wash your body and face to help remove dead skin.
This is just a few types of towels with their own names and what their used for in our everyday life.
Bathrobes
Bathrobes come in many different sizes, types and materials. They are usually worn after a bath or a swim and are also called a house coat or dressing gown .Bathrobes are made from different materials know as cotton, silk, micro fiber and wool.
Cotton bathrobes absorb water easily and are used normally by pools, beaches and after showers. Cotton is suitable in hot climates as it tends to absorb perspiration.
Silk bathrobes are elegant glossy fabric composed mostly of fibroin. The silk bathrobes are more expensive and are not suitable in wet surroundings as it does not absorb water like cotton. They are use for wearing around before bed and hanging out in the bedroom.
Micro fiber is a synthetic fabric developed to maximize water absorption. Wool is common during colder climates.
Bathrobes are luxurious, thick and made of soft terrycloth or can be silky and thin Bathrobes are made in different lengths, fabrics and styles.