What you Should Know About Bedding Sets

September 04, 2017

Bedding Specification

Bed Linen

Whichever type of bedding arrangement you have chosen, you are going to need bed linen; sheets, pillowcases, and if you have opted for a duvet, duvet covers as well. A basic rule of thumb is to buy at least double of what you need. So if you are only using a bottom sheet, buy two. If you have four pillows on the bed, buy eight pillowcases, and buy two covers for the duvet. If you don’t take this approach, you’re going to have to wash and dry everything within a day to ensure you always have bed linen on the bed.

You will find that most duvet covers are sold in sets, together with at least two pillowcases. If you need more pillowcases, be sure to choose a color that matches or is appropriate. Many people will buy two of the same duvet covers so that the décor scheme is constant; when one is in the wash, the other is on the bed.

Blankets

The choice in blankets ranges from natural hair including wool and mohair, cotton, to a variety of synthetic materials. While synthetics are generally cheaper and easier to care for, they tend to “trap” heat. So be aware of this.

The more expensive woolen blankets are lighter than most, as well as being soft and warm. Cheaper woolen blankets tend to be heavier. Another option is a handmade crochet blanket. These can add cheerful color if different colored squares are crocheted and then joined together.

Cotton blankets are both light and reasonably warm, and usually, fit a medium price range. A popular type is woven into a loose honeycomb pattern.

Even if you opt for a duvet, you might like a blanket or two for those chilly winter months. Alternatively, you could opt for a quilt or comforter as well as a duvet.

Duvets and comforters

Duvets are mostly light and warm, particularly those that are stuffed with down or a combination of down and feathers. Those stuffed with synthetic materials are non-allergenic, which makes them especially popular. Since duvets stuffed with synthetic fillings are also cheaper, buy the best quality you can afford to ensure that they last longer than a really cheap product.

One of the most useful tips on buying bedding is to remember that quilts and comforters are filled with the same types of stuffing as duvets. Since you don’t use a separate cover with a comforter, be sure it is going to be easy to keep clean.

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