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What Is Percale Bedding?

Ask most people what percale sheets are and they will tell you they are a blend of polyester and cotton.  Maybe that was the case some years back, but today percale is as likely to be 100% cotton as a cotton-polyester blend.  Check the packaging for the fiber content before purchasing.  Most prefer the 100% [...]

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The Evolution of Bedding

Bedding came into being over five thousand years ago.  Before that time we must assume that man… and woman… slept on the ground or on the floor of a cave or hut.  According to most historical reports the pharaohs of Egypt were the first to use the most basic of mattresses.  With the demarcation of a [...]

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Holiday Flannel Sheets for Young and Old

‘Tis the season!  Decorations are on our minds.  As we prepare for the holiday season there is no better way to decorate for the family than with flannel sheets for the entire family.
There are a variety of patterns available for the holidays and all are in flannel!  The snowflake pattern is fresh, yet subtle enough [...]

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Hannah Montana Sheets and Bedding

Pre-teen girls love Hannah Montana. And, it is safe to say that Hannah Montana is being marketed all the way into your little girl’s bedroom with bedding and sheets available in a variety of sizes and colors.
With the predominant colors of pink and shades of blues, the Hannah Montana fad can complement your little [...]

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For the Teenage Athlete, Sports Bedding Is the Answer to His Dreams

The teenage athlete or sports’ fan will enjoy a room decorated with his favorite team colors and logos.  If he is into individual sports, his hero has his own colors.  For example, we can always expect to see Tiger Wood in a red shirt for Sunday afternoon golfing.  Most college or professional teams have a [...]

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Buying Bedding Sets, The Pros and the Cons

Bedding sets or sheet sets are common in the marketplace today.  It makes consumer shopping much easier.  Often the fitted bottom sheet and the flat top sheet are packaged together.  Matching pillow cases are available.  Occasionally, a bedding set will include a fitted sheet, a flat sheet and two pillow cases.  It does make shopping [...]

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Before Purchasing Flannel Sheets, What You Need to Know

Anyone who has slept between bedding made of flannel knows the sheer joy of softness and warmth against the skin on a winter night.  However, when selecting flannel as the fabric of choice there are several key facts one must know.
Weight Matters, Not Thread Count
First of all flannel is purchased according to weight, not thread [...]

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Bedding Selections for the Married Couple

If there are several things that a man does not want in his bedroom, it is too much lace, too much pink, and too many patterns and swirls.  On the other hand, women love pastel pinks, delicate decorative lace trims and softly patterned bedding pieces.
When selecting bedding as a married couple, it is important to [...]

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