The winter season is almost here and now is the time to warm things up in your home. There are many budget-friendly ways to come up with warm and cosy home decor and for most of them, you may need a blanket. It is unarguably one of the most useful home items, which essentially helps you in getting a good night’s sleep, especially on those chilling winter nights. Since nowadays there are many different types of blankets available, it may be easy for you to get overwhelmed with choices. So, to help you out in this regard, we are going to give you some useful tips on how to choose the best blankets for your bedroom.
How to Buy the Best Blankets for Your Bedroom
Here we have listed down and discuss some of the key factors to consider when buying blankets for your home
- Picking the Right Size
- Picking the Right Fabric
- Picking the Right Colour
Picking the Right Size
When buying a blanket for your bedroom make sure it is a few inches larger than the surface area of your bed, enough to cover and tuck in around the bottom and sides of the mattress. It is important to note here that manufacturers usually offer different sizes for quills and blankets, which often varies in centimetres. However, the most typically used sizes of blankets in households have been listed as under:
- Single Bed: 160 x 225 cm
- Twin Bed: 225 x 240 cm
- Queen: 240 x 255 cm
- King: 250 x 265 cm
Picking the Right Fabric
Picking the right fabric is one of the most important tips on how to buy a blanket for your bedroom. Choosing among blanket materials becomes quite tricky when you have a lot of options available in terms of fabric. The three of the most common blanket materials in Pakistan to choose from have been listed as under:
Cotton
When it comes to repeated washing, blankets made up of cotton can hold up really well. This factor makes them an ideal choice for people who suffer from allergies. Cotton blankets can be lightweight as well as heavy, depending on the weave.
Wool
In terms of insulation, nothing can beat wool. Blankets that are made of wool are usually quite heavy and warm, ideal for bitterly cold weather conditions. Wool is among the most common blanket materials in Pakistan being used for decades in households. The only downside of a wool blanket is that most people are either sensitive or allergic to wool.
Fleece
Nowadays, a lot of people also choose fleece and microfleece blankets. They are not only cozy and extra warm but also lightweight. All these qualities also make them an ideal choice for young children and toddlers. Moreover, the blankets that are lightweight can also be a good option that you can use in the summer months. Picking the right material is one of the best tips on how to buy the best blankets for your bedroom.
Picking the Right Colour
Another crucial step in terms of buying blankets for your home is the selection of the right colours. Make sure your chosen blanket desirably complements the theme of your living space. Blankets with lighter shades and colours can go along with a variety of colour schemes.
On the other hand, blankets with dark and vibrant colours like purple, navy blue, or sometimes even black, work well with a specifically themed decor.
Pro Tip: Picking the right blanket is important for you when you are working on warm and comfortable bedroom decor ideas.
Now that we have discussed all the important tips to buy the best blankets for your bedroom, it’s time for us to wrap up the piece. In case, you have some useful tips in this regard based upon your experience, feel free to let us know about them at blog@zameen.com. Your feedback is always welcome as it helps us improve our pieces.
On a side note, we have listed a few more pieces on related home decor and improvement topics that may interest you. Have a look!
- Best Winter Home Maintenance Tips
- How to Insulate Your Windows for Winters
- Important Safety Tips for Using Heaters
- Best Ways to Keep a House Warm Without Heaters
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