Beautiful cotton bedspreads are not only a pleasant warm thing that will keep you warm on cold evenings. A beautiful and properly selected bedspread made of natural fabric will be a great addition to your interior. There is a large selection of fabrics that you may like. In this article, you will learn about all the features of cotton bedspreads and how to choose them.
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Bedspreads made from natural materials have always been very popular. They are environmentally friendly and non-toxic. Cotton does not cause allergic reactions in adults or children. That is why such bedspreads can be safely bought for decoration of any room.
It is also pleasing that the 100% cotton bedspread is an extremely easy-care product. The fabric stays clean for a long time and can be easily washed if necessary. If the cotton is dyed, then the bedspread must be washed in warm water without bleach.
Bedspreads are dyed quite often, because cotton itself is unremarkable. This is a light-colored fabric that does not fit into all interiors. But the situation is saved by a colored dye or beautiful patterns.
Natural cotton blanket is very pleasant to the touch. It is a soft and well-made fabric that, among other things, also absorbs moisture. Due to the fact that the fabric is breathable, light cotton bedspreads are often used as a replacement for thick woolen blankets. Under such a cover you will not sweat and your sleep will be comfortable and restful.
However, not everything is so beautiful. Cotton bedspreads have their drawbacks:
- Firstly, it is now very difficult to find a blanket that is entirely made of cotton. As a rule, there are many additional synthetic fibers in the composition. By the way, not all manufacturers mention this. And to understand at first glance that you have an unnatural product in front of you can be quite difficult for you.
- Secondly, a high-quality cotton bedspread is not cheap.
Remember that if the price is set low, then it is most likely synthetics.
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You can find several varieties of cotton bedspreads on the market. Let's take a look at the most popular ones:
Thin. The simplest option is a thin one-layer product made from natural cotton fabric. It is perfect for summer when you want to replace warm blankets with something lighter. It can also be used as a decorative element of the interior, covering a bed or armchair with it
Patchwork. If you want to decorate your room with a bright bedspread, then you should pay attention to products made using the patchwork technique. It involves stitching together several multi-colored pieces of fabric. The more variegated and bright fabric pieces, the more beautiful the final result looks. In this case, the stitches also do not have to be invisible. On the contrary, bright, noticeable seams look interesting and only complement the overall appearance
Quilted. But cotton products are not always lightweight. If you like knitted or woolen bedspreads, then you should choose a warm blanket. The quilted cotton model is the very accessory that will not only create a cozy atmosphere in your room, but also warm you in the cold season. Quilted bedspreads consist of three layers at once. Two of them are cotton. Between them is a warm layer of filler. Ideally, it should also be natural so that the product is as safe as possible for health
The main feature of quilted products is that they are sewn with stitches along the entire perimeter. It turns out an interesting pattern consisting of several large squares. It looks very cute and in many ways resembles patchwork bedspreads.
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Cotton bedspreads differ in their sizes. You can find all the standard options that fit all types of beds: single, double and one-and-a-half cotton bedspreads. Choose one that fits your bed size. The most common option is 160x220.
However, you can find a wider blanket that will fall to the floor. First, it looks beautiful. And secondly, it is very good to wrap yourself in it, hiding from the cold. For such a purpose, a product with dimensions 250x260 or at least 180x240 is suitable for you.
By the way, special cotton blankets are also produced for children. Small products are offered for babies. But they are distinguished not only by the length and width, but also by the bright pattern that covers the fabric. As a rule, they try to please children with cute bedspreads with images of fairy-tale characters or cute animals.
Colors
Color design is also worth talking about separately. In addition to plain unpainted bedspreads, you can find more interesting options.
The most popular bedspreads are brown, beige or any other “cozy” color. It is these shades that look best in the bedroom and allow you to relax.
Do not limit yourself to such a framework, and if you want to add bright colors to the room, do it.
There are also a huge number of beautiful patterned products that make the room more cute and cozy.
How to choose?
To choose a good cotton bedspread, you need to take into account many points at once:
- The most important of these is that the product must really be natural. Regardless of whether you are buying thin or quilted bedspreads, look at the composition. Better yet, buy them from trusted manufacturers who receive positive reviews from customers.
- It is also important that the bedspread is the right size for you. When you go shopping, you need to know in advance what kind of blanket you need. The same can be said about the appearance of the bedspread.
Focus on the style in which your room is decorated and try to choose a fabric product that will not stand out from the general color scheme.
- It is not necessary that your new bedspread chosen for the bedroom exactly matches the color of the walls. The main thing is that it organically fit into the interior. Products with embroidery or cute waffle bedspreads look charming.
- It is also worth noting that the product should not be completely made of one material. A cotton base may well be complemented by jacquard, polyester, satin or acrylic. It can be some kind of inserts, stripes or beautifully designed edges. If you like glamorous cute blankets, then you can also look at the velor items, complemented by cotton inserts. They can be used not so much for their intended purpose as for decorating a room.
And finally, it should be mentioned that the cotton blanket is the best product for the beach. In summer, you will be comfortable using it to hide from the heat or dry on it after swimming.
How to care?
To keep your new cotton blanket looking good for as long as possible, you need to take proper care of it.
In fact, cotton is a rather delicate thing that must be handled with great care. As a rule, all the necessary care information is indicated by the manufacturer on the label. Take a look at all of this data before doing your laundry. However, there are some general rules that are suitable for the care of natural cotton.
All of these basic recommendations include gentle wash handling, using only gentle cleaning agents and low water temperatures. Manufacturers recommend hand washing cotton items. So you can control the process completely.
But if you have neither the time nor the desire to do hand washing, then you can try to gently wash the bedspread in the machine. There are some simple tips here too. Firstly, if you have a large one, then you should not try to shove it into a washing machine with a small volume. The temperature should be set no higher than 30-40 degrees. You should also avoid spinning and drying. Of course, this is very convenient and practical, but at the same time, after such a wash, you will get a crumpled product.
It is important to be careful even after you have finished washing and proceed to drying the fabric. The fact is that cotton is made up of fibers that dry out slowly. So it will take a long time to dry the bedspread. It is good if you have the opportunity to dry the blanket in the fresh air. This way you will definitely avoid the unpleasant odor typical of under-dried, damp bedding. It can be dried both horizontally and vertically - this is not important, since cotton does not stretch and looks good after a gentle wash.
If the bedspread is heavily soiled, then it is better to give it to dry cleaning. This will effectively get rid of even difficult dirt. This is especially useful for products with dense filling.
Now you know everything about cotton bedspreads and you can appreciate all their benefits. Choose the best option for yourself and buy it no matter what the weather is outside the window. For an overview of the properties of cotton bedspreads, see below.