4 key Factors To Consider When Shopping For Bedding

Posted by Stefanie Carson
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Nov 23, 2016
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After getting the ideal bed and mattress for your sleep comfort, it is eminent that you select pleasant and appropriate bedding materials. Bedding has the most sensational influence on the general appearance of a bedroom. You may decorate your bedroom outlandishly but without the correct choice of bedding, everything goes in vain.  For a successful purchase of bedding, take into account the ensuing factors.

Organic fabric

Shopping for bedding is not easy given the many types of fabrics in the market. Check out the few samples and pick the fabric that feels smoother and cozier. Some of the most common and loved bedding choices are the organic cotton bedding sets. Organic cotton sheets are cool and are suitable options for the winter. Organic cotton makes the best materials for bedding; for pillow cases, bedcovers, towels, and sheets. Organic fabric is highly recommended for bedding because of the many advantages that include; reduced chemical toxicity, environmental preservation, softness, cooling effects during sleep, and aesthetic value.

High thread count

Cotton bedding sets are characterized by higher thread counts. The larger the number of threads, the softer the bedding material and the longer it lasts. Most expensive beddings have higher thread counts and for this reason, they don’t pill or fuzz. If you want to determine the thread count of a bed sheet, lift it up against bright light. If light shines through, then that sheet has low thread count; the opposite is true.  You can also ascertain this attribute by rubbing the sheet with your hands and check for any pills. If pilling doesn’t occur, then the material is rich in threads and is good for sleeping in.

The color

Bedding color should match the interior décor of the bedroom. People love different colors for different reasons. Colors can enhance someone’s mood, so, when selecting a bedding, pick your favorite color so that you don’t get bored when you enter your bedroom.  Some people love dull colors e.g. gray, others relaxing colors e.g. blue, still, there are those who like sexy and vibrant colors e.g. red. All these colors are available for the beddings in the market and you have all the freedom to pick whichever color you love. For more information on the choice of bedding color, consult an interior decoration designer.

Bed and mattress measurements

The size of the bedding material is determined by the sizes of the bed and mattress. Be meticulous in the calibrations of each bed side and the mattress width. Ensure that bed sheets fit the mattress well and remember to consider an allowance for shrinkage; sometimes the bedding shrinks after the first washing.

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