By: Barb Pattison
Here are the final five tips in shopping for bedding. Hope this will help when shopping for your next bedding
6. Price - What is a good price and what is “cheap”?
Bedding is sold in all kinds of different packages. You can buy each piece separately or you can buy sets. Prices range for sizes, qualities, fabrics, etc. As an example, finding a new Queen Size Bed in a Bag set for under $50 is probably a “cheap” set. (It will wear out quickly). However, finding a new Queen Size Sheet set for around $50 is not unheard of.
7. Bed in a Bag - Is this a good choice?
Bed in a Bag sets are wonderful choices if you want to make things easy on yourself and save money. Bed in a Bag sets generally include the matching sheets, comforter or duvet cover, pillow cases, and pillow shams. Some also include a bed skirt and curtains. It is so nice to open one bag and have everything you need in it to do the whole room!
Not only that, but many duvet cover bed in a bag sets have a reversible duvet cover. You get a “deal” with a bed in a bag set because the items would be more expensive if purchased separately but also, it’s like getting two sets in one! Simply flip the duvet over for a whole new look. (Also, duvet covers are much easier to launder than comforters are.)
8. Warmth - How warm do you and/or your partner sleep?
My husband and I tend to “sleep warm”. I always keep this in mind when shopping for bedding. When given the choice of warmth, I choose a cooler cover. Being too warm while sleeping is just as uncomfortable as being too cold. Having to flip the covers off in the middle of the night interrupts the sleep cycle.
Especially when choosing a duvet or comforter, choosing how warm you like to be is important. Generally when two people share a bed they produce double the body heat. When one person sleeps alone, they may need warmer covers.
9. Mood - What mood do you want to set?
Do you want your bedroom to have a relaxing, spa-like atmosphere? Do you like it to be romantic? Do you want to express your vibrant personality? Choosing the mood you want in your bedroom will help you choose the style of bedding that will make you happy.
10. Accessories - Minimal or lots?
Do you like a lot of pillows on the bed? Do you like stuffed animals or other accessories on it? What about when you sleep in the bed? Do you want to take the time to remove a bunch of accessories before getting in? Or would you rather keep it minimal and just slip into bed without having to remove a bunch of stuff each night? Remember, the easier it is to make your bed in the morning, the more likely it is you will do it.
Again, this is a personal choice.
Keeping these things in mind while shopping for bedding will make the choice much easier for you and you will be happier with the end result that suits your lifestyle and personal choices.