Sleep takes up about a third of our lives. The mood, well-being, functioning of the immune system, efficiency and appearance of a person depend on its quality. Therefore, it is important to choose the bedding that can provide us with the greatest comfort during sleep.

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1. The best manufacturers of blankets - which company to choose
2. Types of blankets
3. The main criteria for choosing a blanket
4. What blanket to buy - tips on choosing
5. How much is a blanket
6. Blanket Video

The best manufacturers of blankets - which company to choose

When buying a blanket is best to focus on proven manufacturers. Choosing a suspiciously cheap product from the brand “No name” can have negative health effects.

It happens that unscrupulous manufacturers make bedding from low-grade materials that have a low hygroscopicity (ability to pass moisture) and a small air permeability. As a result, a person sweats a lot, and a microclimate with high temperature and humidity forms under the blanket. In addition, when dyeing textiles can be used toxic substances that, getting on the skin and in the respiratory tract, cause allergies, as well as increase the likelihood of respiratory and neurological diseases.

The best blanket manufacturers are considered

1. Ecotex;

2. Togaz;

3. Couch potato;

4. German grass;

5. Nature’s;

6. SN-Textile;

7. Cleo;

8. OL-TEX;

9. Kariguz;

10. Primavelle;

11. Darger.

The products of these companies are tested in independent laboratories before entering the market. Blankets are tested for strength, hygroscopicity, safety, the presence of toxic substances, etc. All products of these manufacturers are certified.

Types of blankets

Duvet blanked

Bedding made of down are characterized by softness and ease. They retain heat well, provide optimal air exchange and absorb moisture.

The properties of the blanket are affected by the ratio of down and feather in the product. The more fluff in the filler, the better the product. The most expensive extra-class bedding contains 100% of down, goods of the first category - 70–90% of down, half-down goods - up to 70%.

A separate type of downy products are swan down blankets. Swan's down is a synthetic fiber, which is distinguished by its low weight, elasticity and hypoallergenicity. Dust mites and other dangerous microorganisms do not start there. In addition, he does not lump together and keeps his shape well. But such a filler is poorly absorbed by moisture (a person sweats more under it) and ensures insufficient air circulation.If it is used in a warm room, it may cause overheating.

Blanket

Wool bedding is very popular. And it is not surprising - they are warm, durable and hygroscopic. Sheep, camel and cashmere goat wool are most commonly used in the production:

1. Camel hair has healing properties. It is believed that it helps with stress, improves health, has a positive effect on blood flow and helps patients with skin diseases and diseases of the joints. However, some brands point to the camel wool product, although the actual fill is made up of synthetic fiber. This "minor" nuance is usually reported on the label in small print.

2. Sheep wool, like camel wool, has medicinal properties, but it is heavier than camel hair and requires regular dry cleaning.

3. The undercoat of the Kashmir goat is an expensive and high-quality filler. It is very warm and light, does not cause allergic reactions and unpretentious in the care. Some cashmere blankets can be machine washed.

It should be noted that cashmere bedding is a premium product. They have the highest cost. Most low-end models - from sheep wool.

Silk blanket

Silk products are pleasant to the body, well pass the air and remove moisture. They can be a good alternative to woolen and downy bedding, as they do not contain microorganisms that cause allergies. Thermal insulation properties of such products depend on the amount of filler.

Bamboo blanket

Bamboo fiber can be used as a packing. It does not start mold, dust mites and other microorganisms, so it is great for allergy sufferers. Bamboo blankets are unpretentious in the care - they are designed for machine washable.

It should be noted that the replicated beneficial properties of bamboo fibers (rejuvenation, reduction of muscle pain, penetration of beneficial vitamins and amino acids under human skin, etc.) have not been scientifically proven.

Moreover, most of the bamboo blankets on the market are not bamboo. The label "Bamboo" or "Bamboo" is used as a marketing ploy, and in fact the products consist of polyester and viscose fiber, or a combination of synthetic materials and bamboo.

Cotton blanket

Cotton or cotton filler is an environmentally friendly material. It does not cause allergies and warms well in winter.

Synthetic blanket

Such products are absolutely harmless to health, as dust mites, molds, fungi, etc., do not start there. They have high wear resistance, unpretentious care. Most often in the production of blankets are used:

1. Holofiber is 100% polyester. It is very soft, light and keeps its shape well.

2. Ekofayber - an environmentally friendly filler. its properties resembling holofiber. It also consists of polyester, but differs from holofiber in its density and thickness of fibers.

3. Comforel - by its properties similar to "swan's down." It has the longest service life among all synthetic fillers.

4. Tinsuleyt (artificial down) - has a small weight, but it warms very well. It should not be used in the warm season.

The main criteria for choosing a blanket

The size

Blankets are childish, one-and-a-half and double.

1. One and a half-sleeping models are designed for one person, as a rule, their width is 140 cm, and length - 205 cm (according to GOST). If the queen-size quilt is Euro standard, then its width will be 155 cm and length - 215 cm.

2. For two people, you should choose a product 200x220 or 172x205 - these parameters correspond to GOST, which means it will be easier to buy bed linen for them.

3. Children's products often make up 120x120 and 110x140 cm.

Despite existing standards, the size of blankets manufacturers may vary greatly. Therefore, when buying, pay attention not to the marking “one and a half” or “double”, but to the actual dimensions of the product.

Case

Choose a cover from natural fabrics (cotton, linen, silk). This will increase the durability of the product, and the blanket itself will be more pleasant to the body. It is important that the cover is well breathable and absorbed moisture.

For winter or summer

When choosing a blanket, it is important to determine the degree of warmth. It corresponds to the density of the filler per square meter and is indicated on the label in the form of suns or dots. The more filler, the more suns.

1. One sun means that the blanket is suitable for summer.

2. Two points mean that the blanket is well breathable and suitable for warm rooms.

3. Three sunshine show that the product can be used at any time of the year.

4. Four dots mean that the product is suitable for use in poorly heated rooms.

5. Five suns show that the blanket is very warm. It will warm in the most severe frosts.

What blanket to buy - tips on choosing

When buying a duvet, pay attention to the look of the filler. In the production of goose down is most often used. It is weightless, fluffy and warm. Sometimes cheap models contain duck down and feather. This filler is quite heavy, it often rolls into lumps. The most common, rare and high-quality is fluff loon - it has excellent thermal insulation properties, good hygroscopicity, softness and lightness.

When buying products from down and synthetic fillers choose models with cassette, not quilted tailoring. The filler in such blankets is contained in special sections. It is evenly distributed over the product and is not collected in the corners.In quilts, the filler can move, forming empty, unheated areas.

When prone to allergic reactions, prefer blankets with silk, bamboo, cotton or synthetic filler.

Wool blankets will be an excellent choice for older people suffering from joint pain, as well as heat-loving people.

How much is a blanket

1. The cheapest are the blankets of batting. Their cost varies from 600 to 1500 rubles, but some models can cost 4000-6000 rubles.

2. The cost of products from synthetic fillers is about 550-10 000 rubles.

3. The highest quality grade of silk is considered to be a grade A Class Mulberry, and the most affordable is Tussa. Often these varieties are combined, and the price of the product depends on the amount of silk in the filler. Sometimes synthetic filler is added to silk fibers. Products from Mulberry, as a rule, 5-6 times more expensive than blankets from Tussa. Silk models from 2,500 to 50,000 rubles are on the Russian market, but premium products for 500,000 rubles can be found.

4. Prices for down products range from 3,000 to 50,000 rubles. The higher the quality of the fluff and the greater its content in the filler (compared to the pen), the higher the cost.

5. The price of woolen blankets is 550–45 000 rub.

6. Products labeled "Bamboo" can cost 400-25,000 rubles. The more expensive the blanket, the greater the chance that the filler actually contains bamboo fibers.

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Attention! This material is the subjective opinion of the authors of the project and is not a guide to purchase.