Living in a small apartment can be a huge plus to some, with fewer things to clean and care about. But it also poses some serious storage space challenges, among one of these is finding a place to keep the blankets (or comforters) during season changes. Given their rather bulky nature, many will definitely struggle …
So the seasonal change has come, and it is time to pull those off-season blankets and bedding out from storage. Now, everyone loves to have crisp and fresh blankets, and it is a nightmare when they come out of storage smelling all musty and moldy. Just what is happening here? Weren’t the blankets already washed …
Whether you are pulling out seasonal blankets from the storage or a fresh load of laundry, we all love it to have a clean and fresh scent. But tragedy strikes when the blanket smells musty from the storage or turns stale from the bad weather. If you don’t want to go through the hassle of …
Electric blankets, a modern-day convenience that many people use on cold nights. Just power it on for instant comfort… But not many are aware of the dangers lurking behind that convenience. Just in the United States alone, experts estimate that there are at least 500 cases of electric blanket fires every year – Electrical Safety …
Will Heated Electric Blanket Catch On Fire (They Do!) Read More »
Bedsheets weren’t meant to last forever. Over time, they get a little too worn, too stained, or too faded. Sometimes, it is just for a change as you create a new look in your bedroom. So when is a good time to throw and replace bedsheets? Under normal circumstances, it is recommended to replace bedsheets …
When To Throw & Replace Bedsheets (Plus Ways To Upcycle Them) Read More »
Looking to buy new bedsheets and pillowcases? Cannot decide on which is the best fabric to make a more comfortable bed? Well, to help you make better decisions, I have compiled a list of common fabric materials and what they are good for – Read on! P.S. Take note that the list is not in …
Which Fabric Is Best For Bedsheets and Pillowcases? Read More »
Some people just love to laze on their bed and use a laptop until things get uncontrollably hot and uncomfortable. Then comes the genius idea to use a pillow as a “buffer” to soak up the heat. While that kind of works, will the pillow block out the radiation as well? Pillows will not block …
Do Pillows Block Laptop Radiation (Fact or Myth!?) Read More »
When you first purchased the blanket, it was nice, soft, and fluffy. But after using it for a while and some washing cycles – It seems to have lost its original soft and fluffy magic. Just what happened? What is causing this tragedy? Improper washing and care are the key reasons why blankets lose their …
Why Blankets Lose Softness (How To Make Them Soft Again!?) Read More »
So you have heard that bedsheets made of bamboo fiber are natural, non-toxic, soft, hypoallergenic, sustainable, and whatever else that people claim. But think again, didn’t the salesman say the same thing about cotton, wool, silk, cashmere, linen, and whatever else is out there? Bamboo bedsheets are good in the sense that bamboo itself is …
Are Bamboo Bedsheets Good (Or Just Marketing Fluff?) Read More »
So you have just purchased a brand new blanket or comforter. The next million-dollar question is – Should we wash before using it? It is not required to wash new blankets and comforters that come in a sealed package. Reputable brands will clean and pre-wash the blanket/comforter in the factory, even do a quality check …
Should You Wash New Blankets & Comforters (How to Wash!?) Read More »
