Duvet Covers and Bedspreads Guide

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Welcome to the Duvet Covers and Bedspreads Guide. Select the ideal coverings for your bed and you will be rewarded long lasting bedware decor which complements the rest of the room.

To begin with, it is worthwhile to clarify just what constitutes duvet covers, bedspreads and also down comforters. In different parts of the world, each of these bed coverings are more well-known, despite their similar functions and appearances.

Duvet covers and down comforters are the same thing - two pieces of fabric sewn together with down between them. Often times however, some people will use the word "duvet" when they really mean "duvet cover" or "comforter cover" - this is the piece that goes over the comforter in the same way that a pillow case goes over a pillow. We highly recommend the use of a comforter cover with all comforters. They protect the comforter and help keep it clean, since down should not be washed very often. It is much better to wash the comforter cover weekly, and wash the comforter only when absolutely necessary. We recommend washing the comforter every 5-7 years.

Coverlets are more like bedspreads. They do not have down in it, it might be chenille, or a matelasse fabric - something that is not fluffy like a comforters. A coverlet covers the top of the bed and hangs down a few inches on each side. A bedspread, is like a coverlet but larger, it will hang over the bed to the floor.

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DUVET COVERS
Weight:
When selecting a duvet cover the major point to note is that the higher quality the down is, the warmer and lighter the duvet will be. The weight of a duvet is not the all important factor, instead the ability of the down to trap air is what keeps you warm. Weighty duvets manufactured from an inferior quality down do little other than weigh you down.

Warmth:
It is also important to match the required duvet warmth with your sleeping arrangement. For example, you need to take into account whether you sleep with the window open and also how severe the seasonal weather changes are.

Cleaning:
It is best to wash each duvet one at a time in your washing machine. Overloading will mean the duvets do not get fully cleaned and this will also contribute to excessive wrinkles. It is also important to periodically wash the down, otherwise it will lose some of its insulation properties and will be flatter in appearance. Down should only be washed in cool water with a mild soap.

BEDSPREADS
Bedspreads do not have an inside. Instead they are similar to a large blanket which is placed over the bed.

Cleaning
When cleaning fine bedspreads you should avoid overloading the machine. This prevents long fibers such as Egyptian cotton getting broken. If presoaking is required, this should be done in cold water. The main washing should be done in warm water with a gentle washing powder or soap. Place the bedspreads in the washing machine, then allow the machine to fill up with water and begin agitating before you add the washing powder. Once the cycle is complete, remove the bedspread from the machine promptly - this helps minimize wrinkling. Shaking the bedspread before allowing it to dry will also reduce wrinkling.

DOWN COMFORTERS
Selecting:
When selecting a down comforter the most critical element is of course the down. This is what keeps the warmth. Down is sourced geese's breasts. Mature birds produce larger clusters of down, which are more resilient and better insulators. Ultimately these factors increase the longevity of your down comforter.

The shape and form of these clusters give them insulation properties. These clusters permit moisture to escape, allowing you to keep cool and dry in the hot summer months.

BEDROOM DECOR
Regardless of whether you select as duvet, down comforter or bedspread, it is reasonably important to ensure this selection complements the rest of your bedroom decor. It has been suggested that you should steer away from having dark colored bedware, such as shades of black or dark blue. Another suggestion is to avoid a white duvet or bedspread - beds are frequently used as a place to put items on, and so it is possible for dirt or grit to be transferred onto the bed covering this way.

Before selecting a color for your duvet, comforter or bedspread, you should first take into account the other features of the bedroom. How will this look in relation to the curtains, carpet and furnishings. Not only does the color need to match, but the design should also be consistent.

If you have any questions on duvet covers, down comforters or bedspreads, or wish to purchase these products, we recommend Brylane Home.

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