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How to Care for Bed Linens

Bed linens come in various colours and varieties. All of them look nice but one should see to it that after they buy a bed linen, they take care of it so that its beauty remains intact. The basics here say that one must protect the colours of the bed linen while the treatment for the fibre should be just right so that it doesn’t get spoilt.

Every bed linen piece comes with a few recommendations as to how the bed linen should be dried and cleaned. One must follow those instructions properly. While washing these bed linens, one should only use lukewarm or cold water. Hot water should not be used. Extra rinsing option should be even used if necessary but the detergent use should be restricted. Bleaching is not recommended as it can affect the fibres of the bed linen. While drying the bed linen, one should not over dry them.

How to Buy the Perfect Comforter Set

Comforter sets are both fashionable at the same time provide the comfort and warmth. Having a luxurious comforter in your bedroom is one way of making a bold statement in the room. A comforter set includes decorative pillow as well as the bed-skirt and they range in sizes from a twin to a California king and this depends on the maker. This means that the prices also range since they are not the same in size and design and having this in mind is a step in the right direction to getting a comforter set that match your lifestyle.

Casual comforter sets are done in different exciting patterns like squares, circles, boxes and all the other shapes. If you want to have a classy look at your bedroom, you have to consider the traditional comforters. In addition, you can look at the contemporary comforters that are also available in many designs and sizes to meet your needs.

Finding the Right Window Coverings for Your Home

Finding the right window coverings can be a daunting, confusing and difficult task. With so many options available, it can be really tough to pick one. Draperies are used when you have a lot of fabric and you can pleat it and hang it from rods and rings.

You can also use curtains in a variety of styles, fabrics and lengths. You can also layer your curtains for a more stylish look. Besides these conventional methods you can also use swags and cascades, valences, cornices and fabric shades. Blinds are also very popular but are best used in formal places.

You are free to experiment with different styles, fabrics, textures and materials. Make sure that your curtains accentuate the overall look of the room and compliment the furniture and fabric. Avoid using the same kind of window coverings throughout the house and at the same time do not use different coverings for all windows.

Decorating a rental Home

You do not have much freedom when it comes to decorating a rental home. You have to make do with whatever wall paint, wall paper, flooring and furniture is there. Also, people who stay in rental homes do not want to make large investments in permanent decor as they might not have long terms plans of staying in the same home.

In such situations it is best to invest in home decor which can be moved from one place to another such as paintings, wall hangings, carpets and rugs, curtains, lighting accessories, mirrors, pots, vases, etc. These are easy to relocate and can fit in any budget. It is unlikely that you will have paintings and pots matching with the wall colour but you can always improvise by letting in some creativity when it comes to choosing bedcovers, pillows, and such other furnishings. Curtains can make a big difference to a room.

Using an Area Rug

Area rugs are especially helpful if you have a large room and you want to make it look fuller without investing in more furniture. You can spread an area rug before your bed if you have a very large bedroom. These are available in various types differing in fabric material, colour, weave and make.

You can also use these in the living room and the drawing room centred among chairs or sofas. They are very effective in covering the space effectively if they are dark in colour as darker colours reflect very little light. They look best if they match with the colour of your furnishings or the overall colour of the room. It is always preferable to use shades darker than the colour of the room. You can also use area rugs for other purposes like covering the floor with a carpet. Rugs are more comfortable and are more pleasing to the eye than carpets. They are available in a variety of prices.

Create a Winter Beds cape

The best to dress up your home this winter is to adorn your beds with amazing winter bedscape. After all; this is the perfect time for you to snuggle up with your loved ones and take respite from the chill outside.

Here are a few ideas that would help you to create a winter bedscape for your home.

Try and buy duvet covers that would spill over to the grounds. This adds a luxurious feel to the entire bed and also looks rich.

You can layer your bed with various types of quilts and blankets of rich fabric and colour. This would not only look appealing but also inviting.

Put over sized pillows on the bed complete with bright pillow cases to add the touch of colour.

If you want to add a romantic touch to the beds cape, then you can opt for the colour red and the fabric velvet.