In order not to make a mistake when choosing bed linen, you must initially focus on the parameters of the blanket. In the presence of a blanket, the purchased set should optimally fit him in size. For this:
- It is necessary to measure the blanket with the specification of the parameters of the length and width of the product;
- Measure the mattress. We add an additional 80 cm to its width, we get the size of the sheet. This additional "overlap" allows the sheet to be securely tucked in during use;
- By measuring the parameters of the pillow, the dimensions of the pillowcases become clear. Standard square pillows have dimensions - 70x70 cm, elongated euro pillows - 50x70cm. By comparing the sizes of bed linen proposed by the manufacturer with the parameters you received, you can choose the best option for the kit.
All proposed standards are associated, first of all, not with the size of the pillowcase or pillows, but with the size of the blanket. Therefore, it is necessary to choose a set according to the size of the blanket.
About duvet cover size
The dimensions of the duvet cover should not be centimeter by centimeter with the dimensions of the measured blanket. The length and width of the duvet cover should exceed the received dimensions of the duvet by 5 cm. But the parameters on the label can rarely match your measurements perfectly, so the choice should fall on the parameters that are most suitable for the duvet with your size.
About the sheet size
When choosing a sheet, consider the width of the mattress. And add a few centimeters to the resulting size. The more this “additive” is, the denser the sheet will be located on the mattress. In addition, the thickness of the mattress itself plays an important role (the thicker it is, the wider the sheet should be) and the presence or absence of sides by the bed (in the absence of sides, the width of the sheet should also be maximum so that it is enough to tuck under the mattress).
About pillowcase size
Choosing pillowcases is quite simple. They are usually standard square or rectangular in size, but there can be two or four of them in a set. If the pillow is orthopedic, then, as a rule, it is already sold complete with a pillowcase. Then it remains only to choose the appropriate sheets and duvet cover.
What materials are bed sheets made from?
Ideal options for bed linen are natural fabrics:
- Cotton fabrics - satin, batiste, chintz, calico.Inexpensive option, can be washed often, ironed well, but tends to shrink when washed;
- Linen - has high strength and wear resistance, but it is difficult to iron;
- Silk is very light and breathable, easy to wash and iron, and therefore the most expensive material.
When choosing a set of bed linen, it is necessary to pay attention to the packaging, its integrity, the availability of detailed information and the absence of a sharp and unpleasant odor from the material, which can be a criterion for the poor quality of the product.
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