Bev Marshall is a successful freelance writer Aromatherapist and
Feng Shui consultant offering guidance and suggestions for
consumers buying bed linen mattresses, and bedding for babies,
duvets, spreads for the bed, and comforter. She gives
information and tips to help you save money and make informed
buying decisions.
Archive for Bedding
Jan
10
Eastern King Size KD Mattress Foundation / Box Spring
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Product Description
Eastern King Size KD Mattress Foundation / Box Spring
- Dimension: Eastern King Size
- Material: Steel Construction Frame
- Eastern King Size KD Mattress Foundation / Box Spring
- Introducing our new KD mattress foundation.
- This foundation is small enough that it can be shipped non freight.
- Made from a steel construction frame for durability and designed so no tools are required for the simple assembly.
- This is perfect match for all our premier bedding mattresses.
- Assembly Required.
- Also available in Twin, Twin Long, Full, Queen and Cal King.
Jan
09
Combine Luxurious Bedding with Fragrance for a Restful Sleep
Posted by: | CommentsSleep can come at a premium some nights. We live stressful,
hectic, active lives and when it’s time to finally lie down on
the bed to sleep we need every advantage we can get to fall
asleep quickly to get the rest we need. If you can quiet the
mind and relax you are well on your way to slumber land. I hope
to offer just a few tips that show you how to combine luxurious
bedding with essential oils for a restful night sleep.
What determines luxurious bedding? Is it how the sheets look,
how they fit the mattress, or fiber content and thread count? It
is all of the above. If you have a set of sheets that you don’t
like because the print is obnoxious, they won’t be luxurious in
your eyes. They will just annoy you if you can’t stand the way
they look in your bedroom. Maybe your linens were a gift from
your former mother in-law, or worse yet, from a former marriage.
I would be donating those sheets because they probably won’t
promote relaxation if you are thinking of unpleasant experiences
from your past. It matters that all of your bedding fits the mattress properly. Your sheets won’t have a
long life if they are stretched and pulled too tightly over the
pillow top mattress. It would be very easy to rip or tear the
seams of a fitted sheet. You could find yourself in the middle
of the night with a sheet wrapped around your feet because it
has popped off of the corners. There is a lot that can be said
when it comes to fabric content and thread count. First of all,
cotton is said to be the most comfortable but there are many
different qualities of cotton. I had inexpensive 100% cotton
sheets but they shrunk, pilled and were very uncomfortable to
sleep on. Egyptian and Pima cotton bedding are still the best
and were once found only in high end stores, but that has all
changed. You can now find them just about everywhere at any
price. Read the fine print on the label because if it is “cotton
rich” you will only find a small percentage of cotton and the
rest will be polyester. Now for the confusing thread count
issue. Thread count refers to the numbers of threads per square
inch of fabric. A count of 200 – 280 is very good, but 300 – 400
is better. Usually a higher thread count has a softer “hand” and
is pill resistant so logically they should be softer and more
comfortable to sleep on.
Now you know what makes up fabulous sheets, it’s time to check
out the incredible silk and cotton comforter with 900 fill goose down. This top of
the line comforter is the best in allergy free warmth and
comfort. Keep it just as it is or add a beautiful silk duvet
cover to match your bedroom décor. You might want to consider a
feather bed for the top of the mattress as well. When you put
together this combination of soft comfort and beautiful style,
it just doesn’t get any better.
Let’s talk about Fragrance Now let’s talk about the scent part
of the equation. You can achieve a relaxed mind that promotes
sleep through the use of essential oils. Essential oils are
volatile essences that are extracted from plants, roots, leaves,
fruits etc. by steam, distillation, expression, or extraction.
Certain oils have been scientifically proven to relieve stress
and relax the body and mind. The essential oils that are best
for relaxation and sleep are: •Lavender, Geranium, Rose Maroc
•Marjoram, Rosewood, Clary Sage •Neroli, Petitgrain, Sandalwood
•Chamomile, Vetiver Now that you know some of the essential oils
that are best for relaxation, you can easily use them before you
go to bed for a fragrant night time experience. You can blend
about 16 drops of the oils together, add water, put in a misting
bottle and spray your sheets, pillowcases, nightgown or pajamas.
Spray at a distance because the oils may stain the fabric. You
might take other oils from the list and drop in a small electric
diffuser plugged into the wall. It will dispense scent
throughout the evening.
You may want to take some of your favorite oils and mix them
with an unscented lotion for a romantic relaxing massage before
going to bed. Doesn’t that sound like just the thing to relieve
stress? You can also use oils dropped in a hot bath. The steam
will cause the aroma to drift into the air, relaxing you as you
soak your cares away.
Now combine the luxurious bedding you have chosen and your
favorite fragrance into one stress relieving experience. Let me
paint the picture for you. Your choice of bedding is 300 thread
count Egyptian cotton sheets in a soft pink or green. You have a
mattress that has new high tech memory foam and a down comforter
with a reversible pink and green duvet cover. You have just come
out of a hot bath where you added neroli and geranium. You are
now ready for bed in your satin or flannel pajamas that have
been sprayed with chamomile. Your electric diffuser is filling
your bedroom with the scent of French lavender. You spend almost
a third of your life in bed and you deserve the best. Follow
some of these ideas and you are well on your way to the best
night sleep of your life.
Jan
09
Making Your Own Crib Bedding: What You Need to Know
Posted by: | CommentsIf you have lately shopped for crib bedding, you certainly have learned by now that the price tag for a crib or cradle bedding set ranges from a few hundred dollars — usually the classic bedding sets with simple design — to a few thousand dollars — the more unusual ones, with unique or sophisticated designs. Results from query analyses on the major search engines let to the conclusion that there is a conclusive evidence that the interest in making at least a piece of baby bedding is increasing. The most frequent searches focus on crib bumpers. If choosing a theme and decorating a nursery are fun and exciting, making your own baby bedding yourself definitely requires energy, dedication, patience and skills. Before you decide to make your crib bedding, following are a few tips that could help you achieve good results: First of all know how to comfortably handle and operate your sewing machine. Previous experience really helps. Besides, if you want a beautiful set for your baby, you need to plan ahead. Do not improvise. Acquire the necessary information. Try your local library first to keep the cost low. It is also very important to measure your crib and make a sketch first before defining the amount of material you are going to use. Making a sketch could mean the difference between buying enough fabric for both sides of the bumper instead of one only. Once your sketch is done, you will have a clearer idea of the scope of your project. You then need to make a list of everything you need before you hit the store. Include fabrics, threads and padding. It is always a good idea to start with the fabric so you can choose the appropriate thread color. If possible choose 100% cotton, soft material. Now that you are ready to sew, expect spending weeks not days on your project. Completely finish one piece of bedding before starting any work on the next one. As you carry out your project, do consider and implement the safety features. Your baby’s safety depends on it. Ensure that the bottom sheet has a tight fit to the crib mattress. If the fitted sheets gets loose and comes off, it will constitute a serious risk hazard to your baby. Also remember that the bumper ties must firmly keep the bumper pads to the crib sides. All of the ties must be short enough to avoid any risk of entanglement. These simple safety rules are by no means exhaustive and are intended to help you create safe bedding for your little one. Now that you are more aware of this subject, your are now in a better position to determine whether making your own crib bedding is an option for you. Help is available if you would rather use someone else’s services.
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Sara Mahen is the owner of Oh Petit Bebe, an online boutique featuring her unique, handmade baby bedding, where custom orders are always welcome.
Sara’s work is also featured on Squidoo.
Jan
07
Tempurpedic Pillow For a Quieter Night’s Sleep
Posted by: | CommentsDid you know the solution to snoring may simply lie with changing to a tempurpedic pillow and mattress? Snoring may be associated with heath problems, and you may require a doctor’s help, but looking first at what you sleep on is a good start.
The Problem with Snoring
The fact is, snoring is bothersome for the one listening to it. But, it may have bad effects to the health of the snorer. Sleep apnea, where the sleeper stops breathing for a time and then snorts or snores, can be fatal or lead to disabling conditions. Some believe that any snoring could be a problem.
Begin with a Good Mattress
Fortunately, there are some simple adjustments you can make to alleviate snoring. And it all begins with a good mattress. Sleeping on your back has been proven to increase both the number of times and degree of snoring. An old mattress may not be as firm, and sag in between causing you to roll onto your back. Make sure your bed gives you the right support for your back so that your spine is properly aligned and your neck is on a good position.
Visco-Elastic Foam Mattress
A good mattress that can prevent sagging is one that is made from visco-elastic memory foam. Its unique feature is that it contours to your body, and at the same time support you with good firmness. And did I say it’s comfortable as well? These are features of the tempur material.
Once you have decided that your mattress is appropriate, take a look at your pillow. If your pillow is thin, you can be sure it’s is not doing your neck any good. Not to mention that the dust mites that make their dwelling in old bedding and pillows can cause your allergies to recur. This could very well cause your snoring to become worse.
The tempurpedic pillow helps support the neck the same way a tempurpedic mattress supports the back. It has a gentle curve that contours to the neck and spine. This decreases the floppiness in the throat that produces an obstructed airway. And a blocked air passageway is the main cause of snoring.
By choosing the right size pillows, you get the just the right curve for your neck. Kids should choose the junior size while most women require the small or medium. Small to average men should choose the medium, but taller or larger men may need the large pillow.
A recent study discovered that most snorers who made the switch to the memory foam pillow had a more productive day and felt more relaxed. Their partners also reported sleeping better because of less snoring.
Summary
While some snoring is dangerous and should be checked out by a doctor, changing your mattress and pillow can be helpful to most people. The tempurpedic foam mattress and pillow work together to align the spine and neck to allow for freer breathing and quieter nights.
Want to get a good night’s sleep? For more on Tempurpedic Pillow and other sleep alternatives as well as mattress comparison tips go to Foam Mattress Central.
Jan
05
Comforter Sets
Posted by: | CommentsHow do you make a dull-looking bedroom into a beautiful and elegant piece of art you can call yours through tricks of a comforter set?To make your bedroom look very inviting, comfortable and beautiful you can always change the color of your bedroom and alter its aura into an engaging place to sleep in and rest all your day’s worries. Even if you are renting a pad and cannot paint walls except white, you can always add wallpaper or maybe add new window shades to make the bedroom truly yours, and to amplify the beauty, an awesome comforter set can do the trick.
What is a comforter set? How does it make your bedroom exciting to come home to? How do I pick the best color and style of my comforter? And how do I keep my comforters clean and tidy? These are the questions you need to address before even spending a penny just to make sure everything else compliments inside your bedroom.
Here are things you need to know to better navigate you on your journey to buying and getting the best bedroom comforter you can ever have. A comforter is a type of bedding – it is used on a bed as type of cover. It is usually filled with either an artificial material like polyester batting or a natural material like down.
A comforter usually doesn’t cover the pillows or the box spring of the bed. It is basically a sumptuous thick blanket made of soft materials that people put on their bed to achieve a much higher level of comfort and warmth. There is a type where it is called duvet that is made from feathers and most often include down. These down materials are often used for warmth in beddings. Beddings do not include the mattress, box spring and the bed frame. Here’s good news, comforters come in various styles, prints and colors to fit your personality.
Choosing the right look for your bed comforter set that matches your bedroom theme is important but you also need to pick the right colors. But maybe if you ever desire to have a theme or color pattern picked out for your room, then you might just want to go shopping and check out some of the comforter sets that are readily available in the market.
Find something that you fall in love with or something that fits your moods or personality and you can decorate your room around the colors and style of the bedding. But wait, you will also need to know consider your carpeting and the wall colors unless you are planning on redoing the carpet and painting again because you don’t want to pick bedding that will be unusual with the rest of the decorations and furniture inside the bedroom.
When you shop for a comforter set, you might want to assume about quality. Of course, this does not mean you have to buy the most pricey set you find, but if you get something that falls short on quality and uses sloppy materials it won’t look good and it won’t last long. Pay careful attention to the detail of the manufacture and the types of materials used and go for the best that you can afford for long lasting and beautiful bedding.
Cleaning your comforter is as important as cleaning anything else in your house however, frequent cleaning of your comforter may cause damage. Unless it is evidently dirty or discolored, it is recommended to clean your comforter every three years.
For more information on Comforter Sets please visit our website.
Jan
04
Blue Full Size Quality Bonded Micro Suede Futon Mattress Cover
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Product Description
That is Brand New BLUE Full size 54×76″ Futon Mattress Cover. The Futon cover with 3 side heavey duty zipper, It can fit 6 – 8″ thick futon mattress.
Micro suede is a colorful, versatile, durable luxurious micro-fiber fabric. It is becoming one of the most popular fabrics used in upholstery, bedding and clothing.
Our Bonded Micro Suede collection is recognized for its ultra soft feel, smooth texture. Also, it is resilient, does not absorb liquids easily, less wrinkle and easy to maintain.
Please check the different color in our Amzn Store: Black, Brown, Blue, Sage green, Olive Green, Burgundy, Taupe, Rust, Beige
Blue Full Size Quality Bonded Micro Suede Futon Mattress Cover
Dec
29
Beautiful and Comfortable Bedding
Posted by: | CommentsBedrooms are more than just a place to sleep. A beautiful bedroom is a retreat from the stress and strain of everyday life. The right bed and bedding can help establish your bedroom as a place of comfort and relaxation, where you can go to refresh your mind and your body.
It’s an easy concept to understand, but finding just the right bedding and accessories to transform your sleeping space into a comfortable and refreshing retreat can be a bit more difficult. Here are some tips and suggestions to help you turn your bedroom into a place of calm and rejuvenation.
The first step is to build your bedroom around the most important piece of furniture — the bed. Size is important there. Sleep experts speculate that most people are sleeping in a bed that’s the wrong size. They suggest that most children should be in a double/full size bed by the time they reach adolescence. That size, they say, is the right size for an adolescent or adult sleeping alone. If you share your bed with a partner, they say, you should be sleeping in at least a queen size bed, and if either of you is especially active in sleep, a king size bed is even better.
Likewise, anyone over who is over 5’10” or so should be sleeping on a king size mattress, which gives the sleeper some extra length so that he or she can sleep comfortably without curling up or sleeping diagonally on the mattress top.
How to Pick the Right Mattress
The next step in creating a comfortable bedroom is to choose the right mattress. Shop carefully and be sure to consider how your sleeping style affects the mattress that you choose. For most people, the most comfortable bed will be one that offers both firm support and comfortable cushioning. A memory foam mattress on a platform bed or a high-density spring mattress and box spring can provide both. The most important thing to keep in mind is that your mattress will last you at least ten years and you want it to be comfortable the entire time. If you’re going to skimp on costs, do it somewhere other than on your mattress and foundation.
Some choices you might consider: a Dream Oaks 10-inch Eco-Foam mattress made in environmentally friendly and hypo allergenic memory foam or a Serta Perfect Sleeper Euro-top mattress in the right size.
How to Pick the Right Bedding
Of course, you don’t sleep directly on your mattress. The sheets that you choose can make a surprising difference in how well and comfortably you sleep. It may be tempting to spring for the cheapest polyester sheets that you can find, especially if they have a pretty print, but you’ll find yourself regretting that within just a few washes. Instead, buy the highest quality sheets that you can afford. The difference between sleeping on cheap 400 thread count sheets and 800 thread count sheets of Egyptian cotton is marked and amazing. Higher thread count sheets of 100% natural cotton are less likely to wrinkle and crease, and help wick moisture and heat away from your body.
A set of “luxury” cotton sheets like 800-count Egyptian Cotton Jacquard sheets are not really a luxury. They will pay for themselves quickly in durability, comfort and better sleep.
Feather Beds and Mattress Toppers
Firm support is important, but without extra padding for comfort, that firm support can end up putting pressure on your muscles and joints. Make your bed more comfortable by using a mattress topper of memory foam or with a thick featherbed to add extra padding. Featherbeds stuffed with down and cotton can add up to four inches of padding to your mattress, reducing the pressure on hips, knees and shoulders. Memory foam toppers serve the same purpose, and are hypoallergenic to boot.
Imagine the extra comfort you’ll feel when you top your mattress with a 3” thick supportive mattress topper filled with gel and cotton fiber. Made by Serta, it’s designed to fit over a mattress, and is held in place by elastic straps to keep it from shifting while you sleep.
How to Pick Bedroom Décor
Once you’ve got the basics of comfort in place, think about decoration. Choose colors that are relaxing and soothing, or conversely, choose colors that make you feel energized and cool. A coordinated bedroom set that includes sheets, comforter and window treatments can contribute to a sense of calm and organization that will make you feel at home and soothed whenever you spend time in your bedroom.
By following these simple guidelines, you can make your bedroom a tranquil escape and sleep better every single night.
Sara Stewart is a freelance writer who writes about style, fashion and shopping, often offering tips and advice about how to shop.
Dec
28
Beige Full Size Quality Bonded Micro Suede Futon Mattress Cover
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Product Description
That is Brand New Black Full size 54×76″ Futon Mattress Cover. The Futon cover with 3 side heavey duty zipper, It can fit 6 – 8″ thick futon mattress.
Micro suede is a colorful, versatile, durable luxurious micro-fiber fabric. It is becoming one of the most popular fabrics used in upholstery, bedding and clothing.
Our Bonded Micro Suede collection is recognized for its ultra soft feel, smooth texture. Also, it is resilient, does not absorb liquids easily, less wrinkle and easy to maintain.
Please check the different color in our Amzn Store: Black, Brown, Blue, Sage, Olive Green, Burgundy, Beige, Taupe, Rust.
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Beige Full Size Quality Bonded Micro Suede Futon Mattress Cover