Toddler Beds – From Cute to Portable
March 31, 2009 by Discount Luxury Bedding
Filed under About Bedding
Many parents tend to think that toddler beds are simple furniture and relatively cheap. After all, no one in their right mind would spend hundreds of dollars on a bed that would potentially last only two to three years.
Nevertheless, you can get a wide range of toddler beds available in the market today. If you are shopping for one, here are a few types of beds for you to think over.
Simple
These toddler beds are of simple designs with wooden, steel and/or plastic frames. Although this type of beds usually has no fancy carvings, some may consist of pictures of popular cartoon characters to appeal to kids of that age group.
If you have a younger child and plan to pass the bed down, then a simple unisex design is always a good option. Not only it can be used by both sexes, you do not have to worry about your younger child not liking the characters on the bed frames. You have to bear in mind that what your older child prefers may not necessarily be what your younger one may end up liking.
Theme
Theme-based toddler beds are always popular with young kids. From fire truck to carriage shaped beds, you are bound to be able to find one that appeals to your toddler.
However, one word of caution on theme beds is your child may end up playing more than sleeping on such a bed. For instance, if you get your child a toddler bed shaped like Thomas The Tank Engine, you might have a hard time convincing him to sleep, especially on those first few nights. It doesn’t take much to excite a toddler and we all know kids’ imagination tend to run wild without much prompting.
Therefore, there is always that risk with a theme toddler bed. On one hand, it can encourage your young child to sleep on it but on the other, you would have to assess if it would cause too much trouble getting him or her to sleep rather than play on such a bed.
Convertible
Just like baby cribs, toddler beds too have convertible models that make them more economical in the long run. You have to fork out more now to get one but it saves you the money and hassle of shopping for another bed two or three years down the road. Some are convertible to a daybed while others can convert to a twin bed when your child has outgrown the toddler-sized one.
The unfortunate thing about convertible toddler beds is the lack of models. After all, if parents wanted convertible baby furniture, they would have started with the crib that can convert all the way into a full-sized bed. With this lack of demand, it is only natural that there is only a narrow range of models available in the market.
Others
Other toddler beds of interest include those with canopies which give them a princess look and modern with contemporary platform designs. And if you can afford it, there is always the luxurious toddler bed costing over a thousand dollars fit for royalty with its extravagant designs.
Whichever type of toddler bed, it is certainly tempting to buy one. But one last word of advice is don’t buy a toddler bed simply because it is small and cute. The cuteness will wear off after a while. It may be wiser to consider if your child can skip the toddler bed stage and move to a full-sized bed instead. Some kids can while others can’t. Therefore, assess your child’s readiness first before deciding on the type of bed to buy.
Thanks to LWH for contributing this article to our Bedding blog:
Nevertheless, you can get a wide range of toddler beds available in the market today. If you are shopping for one, here are a few types of beds for you to think over.
Simple
These toddler beds are of simple designs with wooden, steel and/or plastic frames. Although this type of beds usually has no fancy carvings, some may consist of pictures of popular cartoon characters to appeal to kids of that age group.
If you have a younger child and plan to pass the bed down, then a simple unisex design is always a good option. Not only it can be used by both sexes, you do not have to worry about your younger child not liking the characters on the bed frames. You have to bear in mind that what your older child prefers may not necessarily be what your younger one may end up liking.
Theme
Theme-based toddler beds are always popular with young kids. From fire truck to carriage shaped beds, you are bound to be able to find one that appeals to your toddler.
However, one word of caution on theme beds is your child may end up playing more than sleeping on such a bed. For instance, if you get your child a toddler bed shaped like Thomas The Tank Engine, you might have a hard time convincing him to sleep, especially on those first few nights. It doesn’t take much to excite a toddler and we all know kids’ imagination tend to run wild without much prompting.
Therefore, there is always that risk with a theme toddler bed. On one hand, it can encourage your young child to sleep on it but on the other, you would have to assess if it would cause too much trouble getting him or her to sleep rather than play on such a bed.
Convertible
Just like baby cribs, toddler beds too have convertible models that make them more economical in the long run. You have to fork out more now to get one but it saves you the money and hassle of shopping for another bed two or three years down the road. Some are convertible to a daybed while others can convert to a twin bed when your child has outgrown the toddler-sized one.
The unfortunate thing about convertible toddler beds is the lack of models. After all, if parents wanted convertible baby furniture, they would have started with the crib that can convert all the way into a full-sized bed. With this lack of demand, it is only natural that there is only a narrow range of models available in the market.
Others
Other toddler beds of interest include those with canopies which give them a princess look and modern with contemporary platform designs. And if you can afford it, there is always the luxurious toddler bed costing over a thousand dollars fit for royalty with its extravagant designs.
Whichever type of toddler bed, it is certainly tempting to buy one. But one last word of advice is don’t buy a toddler bed simply because it is small and cute. The cuteness will wear off after a while. It may be wiser to consider if your child can skip the toddler bed stage and move to a full-sized bed instead. Some kids can while others can’t. Therefore, assess your child’s readiness first before deciding on the type of bed to buy.
Thanks to LWH for contributing this article to our Bedding blog:
Visit http://www.babycrib-toddlerbed.com for transition tips from crib to bed.
How do you keep a down blanket from slipping around inside a duvet?
March 31, 2009 by Discount Luxury Bedding
Filed under Comforters and Duvets
Can you answer prairiestategal’s question about Bedding?:
After I put my comforter inside the duvet and actually used it, the comforter slipped away from the duvet and bunched up in one big ball! Help!
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After I put my comforter inside the duvet and actually used it, the comforter slipped away from the duvet and bunched up in one big ball! Help!
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Tips For Purchasing A Luxurious Comforter
March 31, 2009 by Discount Luxury Bedding
Filed under Comforters and Duvets
Snuggling under the covers and pulling your warm and cozy comforter up to your chin is so enjoyable on cold winter nights. When the comforter is a luxurious, beautiful one, it feels even better. There are several popular types of luxurious comforters available and each has its own advantages and disadvantages.
When most people think of luxurious comforters, they picture white plushy down filled bed covers. These comforters are so soft and so warm that it’s no wonder they are very popular. If you have been afraid to use a down comforter because you are concerned that someone in your family will be allergic to down, you may be pleasantly surprised to know that new cleaning methods have been developed that help remove allergens and debris from down to make it hypoallergenic.
If you love down, but you have a polyester budget, then you may want to look for a synthetic down comforter. These comforters are filled with special material that feels almost as soft and warm as real down.
And there are lots of choices of duvet covers to choose for you down or synthetic down comforter so you can easily match your décor or change it whenever you want. Duvet covers also help keep a down comforter or synthetic down comforter clean so you won’t need to have them professionally cleaned as often.
If a down comforter is not quite your style, you may want to look for a sophisticated satin comforter instead. These comforters come in a wide range of brilliant jewel tone colors, but you can also find them in classic black. Of course, satin can be a bit slippery and doesn’t breathe well.
Silk comforters are quite beautiful, but aren’t as slippery as satin. Silk comforters are very lightweight, but this doesn’t stop them from being warm and cozy. With the increase in environmental awareness, these quilts made with natural fibers are really growing in popularity. However, silk comforters require special care, so don’t wash them without checking the cleaning instructions on the care tag.
Suede comforters are perfect for a masculine bedroom, but are a bit on the heavy side. If you are concerned about caring for a suede comforter, you may want to consider a micro-suede comforter instead. Micro-suede looks like real suede, but is easier to care for and much lighter. While suede rarely is quilted, you can find quite a few micro-suede comforters with quilted designs.
If none of these luxurious comforters are right for you, you may want to take a close look at velvet comforters. These comforters provide a sumptuous, warm night’s sleep. Just be prepared to have your quilt professionally cleaned if it is made with velvet.
Whichever comforter you choose, you’ll be sure to sleep better when you are feeling warm and cozy.
Thanks to Gray Rollins for contributing this article to our Bedding blog:
When most people think of luxurious comforters, they picture white plushy down filled bed covers. These comforters are so soft and so warm that it’s no wonder they are very popular. If you have been afraid to use a down comforter because you are concerned that someone in your family will be allergic to down, you may be pleasantly surprised to know that new cleaning methods have been developed that help remove allergens and debris from down to make it hypoallergenic.
If you love down, but you have a polyester budget, then you may want to look for a synthetic down comforter. These comforters are filled with special material that feels almost as soft and warm as real down.
And there are lots of choices of duvet covers to choose for you down or synthetic down comforter so you can easily match your décor or change it whenever you want. Duvet covers also help keep a down comforter or synthetic down comforter clean so you won’t need to have them professionally cleaned as often.
If a down comforter is not quite your style, you may want to look for a sophisticated satin comforter instead. These comforters come in a wide range of brilliant jewel tone colors, but you can also find them in classic black. Of course, satin can be a bit slippery and doesn’t breathe well.
Silk comforters are quite beautiful, but aren’t as slippery as satin. Silk comforters are very lightweight, but this doesn’t stop them from being warm and cozy. With the increase in environmental awareness, these quilts made with natural fibers are really growing in popularity. However, silk comforters require special care, so don’t wash them without checking the cleaning instructions on the care tag.
Suede comforters are perfect for a masculine bedroom, but are a bit on the heavy side. If you are concerned about caring for a suede comforter, you may want to consider a micro-suede comforter instead. Micro-suede looks like real suede, but is easier to care for and much lighter. While suede rarely is quilted, you can find quite a few micro-suede comforters with quilted designs.
If none of these luxurious comforters are right for you, you may want to take a close look at velvet comforters. These comforters provide a sumptuous, warm night’s sleep. Just be prepared to have your quilt professionally cleaned if it is made with velvet.
Whichever comforter you choose, you’ll be sure to sleep better when you are feeling warm and cozy.
Thanks to Gray Rollins for contributing this article to our Bedding blog:
Gray Rollins is a featured writer for ComfortersPro.com. To learn more about down comforters and other luxurious comforters, visit us.
Know Your Togs – Winter & Summer Duvet Options
March 31, 2009 by Discount Luxury Bedding
Filed under Comforters and Duvets
For the utmost in comfort, it’s a good idea to change your duvet according to the season. There’s nothing worse than feeling overheated on a hot summer’s night – or worse, feeling the cold when temperatures have dropped. With the latest advances in duvets, this no longer is a worry.
Duvets work by trapping heat from the body. The tog relates to the amount of heat a duvet can trap – the higher the tog, the warmer the duvet. A common misconception is that the tog rating is an indication of the quality of the duvet, i.e. the higher the tog, the more value for money. This is not the case!
Another misconception is that the tog rating is an indication of weight. This, again, is not true! A very lightweight 13.5 goosedown duvet will trap the same amount of warmth as a 13.5 tog synthetic duvet.
If you are looking to update your duvet, follow this advice to select the right tog for you:
1. Are you a man or a woman? Women’s bodies tend to be warmer, so women can get away with a lower tog rating.
2. Do you share a bed? Body heat generated by a second person adds to the warmth factor, so you may not need as high a tog rating.
3. Do you have a warm or cold bedroom? If your room tends to be on the fresh side, you may need to up the tog rating on your duvet to keep yourself snug.
Winter Duvet Options
• 13.5 tog is the most suitable duvet for the European climate providing warmth and snugness. This is the most popular tog rating sold on the Clerys Bed Store.
• 10.5 tog is right for you if you’re sharing a bed and your room is well heated.
Summer Duvet Options
• 4.5 tog is a good choice for the summer months – it won’t overheat you in the bed.
• 13.5 tog All Seasons is perfect for year round comfort.
Duvet is sometimes confused with a comforter, although comforters go on top of the traditional sheets and blankets and are primarily decorative, while duvets are used alone.
The above information will be helpful to you in selecting a suitable duvet with the right tog.
Thanks to Clerysbedstore.ie for contributing this article to our Bedding blog:
Duvets work by trapping heat from the body. The tog relates to the amount of heat a duvet can trap – the higher the tog, the warmer the duvet. A common misconception is that the tog rating is an indication of the quality of the duvet, i.e. the higher the tog, the more value for money. This is not the case!
Another misconception is that the tog rating is an indication of weight. This, again, is not true! A very lightweight 13.5 goosedown duvet will trap the same amount of warmth as a 13.5 tog synthetic duvet.
If you are looking to update your duvet, follow this advice to select the right tog for you:
1. Are you a man or a woman? Women’s bodies tend to be warmer, so women can get away with a lower tog rating.
2. Do you share a bed? Body heat generated by a second person adds to the warmth factor, so you may not need as high a tog rating.
3. Do you have a warm or cold bedroom? If your room tends to be on the fresh side, you may need to up the tog rating on your duvet to keep yourself snug.
Winter Duvet Options
• 13.5 tog is the most suitable duvet for the European climate providing warmth and snugness. This is the most popular tog rating sold on the Clerys Bed Store.
• 10.5 tog is right for you if you’re sharing a bed and your room is well heated.
Summer Duvet Options
• 4.5 tog is a good choice for the summer months – it won’t overheat you in the bed.
• 13.5 tog All Seasons is perfect for year round comfort.
Duvet is sometimes confused with a comforter, although comforters go on top of the traditional sheets and blankets and are primarily decorative, while duvets are used alone.
The above information will be helpful to you in selecting a suitable duvet with the right tog.
Thanks to Clerysbedstore.ie for contributing this article to our Bedding blog:
Clerysbeds is devoted to providing a unique range of high quality furnishing store for beds from Ireland and Europe. Clerys was founded as one of the world’s first purpose built department stores on Dublin’s main street. Clerys is technologically advanced when it comes to its products like bedsteads, headboards, memory foam beds, slumberland, bedlinen, beds in ireland.
How do you pick good quality feather-down bedding online? What are your favorite brands at great bargains?
March 31, 2009 by Discount Luxury Bedding
Filed under More Bedding Answers
Can you answer Zylah’s question about Bedding?:
I need to find good quality bedding, both pillows and comforters, but I need to purchase them online, and am unable to “feel” the products first. I don’t want any wonky feathers that poke at me, but I also don’t want to spend a ridiculous amount. Thanks in advance for your suggestions!
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I need to find good quality bedding, both pillows and comforters, but I need to purchase them online, and am unable to “feel” the products first. I don’t want any wonky feathers that poke at me, but I also don’t want to spend a ridiculous amount. Thanks in advance for your suggestions!
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