You might not be aware that sleep plays a considerable part in your mental health wellbeing. Studies show that even partial sleep deprivation can significantly affect your mood. However, having the appropriate bedding for the season can go a long way to aiding your sleep and reducing daily anxiety and stress.
You don’t want to struggle to fall asleep because you’re too hot in summer or too cold in winter. Knowing what season requires which bedding is key to a great night’s sleep. Spring is a time for new beginnings, and that includes your home!
It’s time to get a fresh start on better sleep, and what better way than to switch up your bedding? Whether you’re looking for a new duvet cover, sheets, pillowcases, or anything else, we’ll discuss the top 8 factors to consider when buying spring bedding.
Let’s begin!
Types of Bedding
Bedding typically refers to sheets, bed covers, and pillows. One can quickly become confused when asking, “What’s the difference between each one?” so we will break it down for you.
Bedsheet
Bedsheets are the linens that engulf the mattress. They are the part your body makes contact with when you sleep, separating you and the mattress.
Top Sheet
A trend that is fading out, the top sheet is typically placed over the bedsheet. The fabric separates you from your bed cover as you sleep between the bedsheet and the top sheet.
Bed Cover
The bed cover is the final piece of your bedding and one that you can have a lot of fun with. They cover the whole of your bed and provide warmth and comfort while you sleep.
Bed covers can further be categorized as the following:
- Coverlet
- Bedspread
- Comforter
- Duvet
Let’s have a quick look at each one:
Coverlets
Coverlets are thin bedding materials that come pre-filled and ideally with quilted stitching. They are meant to reach down the sides of the bed, covering the sides of the box spring mattress.
You can use a coverlet in conjunction with a duvet on cold, winter nights. In the spring and summer, they are lightweight and can be used independently.
Bedspreads
Bedspreads have fallen out of popularity, mainly because there are so many varying heights of modern mattresses, it’s not possible to make a product that can accommodate such wide margins and thus won’t always reach the floor perfectly.
Comforters
A comforter is much like a duvet in fluffiness, but it’s more likely to lie flat than its counterpart. The inner filling is held in place by stitching and can sometimes be tricky to wash. These are best used with top sheets to reduce washing.
Duvets
A duvet is the fluffiest bed cover. It is often filled with feathers, like goose down, and requires a duvet cover to protect it. Unfortunately, duvets typically need to be drycleaned; however, they do make life easier as you can use them with nothing other than a bedsheet. In addition, it will keep you toasty warm in winter.
Types of Different Bedding Material
Your chosen bedding material can make or break your sleep experience. Selecting the best bedding for your budget can make all the difference. Let’s discuss some of the most common types of bedding material.
Cotton
Cotton is the most popular fabric choice for bedding: it’s soft, breathable, comfortable, and easy to care for. Prices will vary depending on the type of cotton used. Organic cotton feels even more luxurious.
Egyptian Cotton
Considered the most luxurious type of cotton, this material comes at a price. However, many are prepared to spend the money due to how incredibly soft and smooth it feels.
Polyester
Polyester is often used in conjunction with cotton, as it is a relatively stiff material on its own. However, adding cotton makes it more comfortable. In addition, it’s the most affordable of the types of bedding material.
Of course, for maximum comfort and style, always go for the best material you can afford. The better the quality, the longer it will last, and it becomes an investment in your comfort.
Factors For Buying Spring Bedding
Now that you know a little more about what goes into creating the perfect bed for your bedroom, it’s time to consider additional factors. Let’s have a look at the top factors you need to consider when buying your spring bedding set, even if you’re buying bedding online:
1. Size:
Ensure you have the correct bed sizing and purchase your bedding accordingly. For example, if you have a queen-sized mattress, you’ll need a queen-sized bedding set.
2. Material:
When looking at the types of different bedding materials, choose one that you find most comfortable. Additionally, don’t forget to consider the season – you’ll want something cool for spring and summer, like cotton, and something warmer for fall and winter, like flannel.
3. Thread Count:
If you know anything about thread count, you know it can run quite high in price. Sheet thread counts are determined by the number of threads per square inch in both weave directions. So, the higher the thread count, the softer – and more expensive – the bedding.
4. Color:
The color is how you can set the mood for your bedroom. Choosing colors like creams, beiges, and oranges can create a sense of warmth and comfort. However, choosing ‘cooler’ colors like blues, greys, and purples can likewise generate a sense of calm and relaxation.
5. Style:
This is where you get to put your stamp on your decor. Consider your options carefully, as reinvesting in more bedding later can become costly. Instead, you want to choose something you’ll enjoy for a long time.
6. Allergies:
If you’re allergic to down feathers, then you will want to steer clear of that filling in your duvet or pillows. You are opting instead for a synthetic material like polyester fibers.
7. Quantity
It’s essential to try and budget for more than one set of sheets for your bed. This is because you’ll need another set when the first is in the laundry. Additionally, rotating the sheets between several sets can considerably extend the life of each set.
8. Return Policy
If you’re buying online, you will want to check the company’s return policy you’re buying from. Sometimes the color doesn’t match exactly as it did on screen, or you purchased the wrong size, so it’s good to know under what conditions you can return your purchase.
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Setting a spring bedding budget can go a long way to getting you motivated for buying spring bedding. But choosing the right bedding is crucial, as it not only must look stylish, but it must offer maximum comfort as well.
If you’re looking for responsibly crafted bedding made with high-quality materials at reasonable prices, with a longer renewable lifespan, then visit us online or in showrooms across the United States.
