Sizes and selection of single blankets

When planning to purchase a blanket, it is important to consider its size. If you choose too large items, the bed linen will slip. Lack of length will prevent you from taking proper cover. Accordingly, all the inconvenience will result in sleep problems.

Thanks to advances in the textile industry, a wide variety of blankets have emerged. The features of bed linen include size, type of filler, level of heat.

The dimensions of single bed blankets vary depending on the age category. They produce blankets for children, teenagers and adult blankets. The size of a textile item is an important parameter that will determine the convenience and comfort.

Before the advent of synthetics, blankets were filled with exclusively natural raw materials. This negatively affected people with allergies. Modern industry allows you to choose lingerie based on your personal needs.

There are several types of fillers.

• Down and feather. This filler retains heat and allows air to pass through well. Soft light texture makes it pleasant to the touch. A higher percentage of down increases softness and airiness. The feather makes the filler heavier, making it more elastic. Blankets with soft fill should not be washed frequently.

• Wool. This material has high thermal insulation properties. Wool absorbs moisture while remaining dry to the touch. Some woolen blankets are machine washable. Others require gentle hand care.

• Polyester. Synthetic filler similar in properties to down. Thanks to its excellent thermal insulation properties, a comfortable microclimate in bed is maintained. Blankets filled with polyester are ideal for allergy sufferers.This material is hypoallergenic, and synthetic bed linen can be washed frequently at 60 degrees. After such treatment, dust mites die, which reduces the risk of an allergic reaction.

• Bamboo fiber. This material ensures rapid evaporation of moisture. Most often, bamboo is added to polyester in a 50/50 ratio.

Some people cannot keep warm under a thick blanket, others feel hot and under a thin one. This is why modern textiles are categorized according to the level of warmth. This allows you to create the most comfortable sleeping conditions.

Blankets are divided into categories.

• Cool. Designed specifically for people who feel hot under a standard blanket. The filler's lyocell fibers increase breathability and moisture absorption. An unusual solution in the form of viscose fibers impregnated with wax allows you to keep the level of body heat at the same level. When the body temperature rises, these fibers "absorb" heat, when the level of heat decreases, they give it away.

• Lungs. This blanket has a thin layer of filler. That is why this option is perfect for people who experience discomfort under warmer textiles.

• Warm. These models have a thick layer of filler. This option will be invaluable if the room is cool.

• Very warm. Blankets are made especially for those who are constantly freezing. And also this option is suitable for poorly heated rooms. The maximum layer of filler will help create coziness for a good healthy sleep.

The standard for single-bed blankets was established during the Soviet era. This GOST is still used today. The standard size of a single blanket in Russia is 140x205 cm. This option is perfect for a standard single bed 90-100 cm wide and 200-210 cm long.

Of course, there may be differences in some variants of both duvets and beds. For example, if you need to buy a blanket for a child, there is a children's size - 110x140 cm.In addition, there is a teenage version with a size of 110x190 cm.

The standards in Europe differ significantly from the Russian ones. The fact is that abroad a single bed is slightly larger than in Russia. That is why the sizes of bedding are generally larger. So, the most common European standard is 155x215 cm. There is also a non-standard version: 195x215 cm.

Some countries have their own standard for a single quilt depending on the standard for a single bed.

• In England it is 200x250 cm, 230x250 cm, 280x250 cm, 300x250 cm;

• In Belgium - 170x210 cm and 190x230 cm;

• In Spain - 210x250 cm.

Germany, France, Italy adhere to the main European standard. This must be taken into account when buying textiles from a foreign manufacturer.

To choose the right single blanket for your bed, you must first decide on the size of the bed itself. For example, if a person sleeps alone on a double bed, it is better to choose a double blanket to maintain an aesthetic look. If we are talking about spouses with different needs for the level of heat, you can stop at two single blankets.

For an easier understanding of the sizes and their ratio, it is worth considering the standard option: a single blanket on a single bed.

So, in order to choose the most comfortable bed, you need to follow a series of actions.

• It is necessary to lie on your back and, connecting your fingers, spread your elbows to the side. From the corners of the elbows, 10-15 cm are counted in different directions. The resulting distance is measured. This will be the optimal bed width.

• You can calculate the width in another way. Lie on your side with your legs pulled up to your stomach. Then measure the distance from the back to the kneecaps, adding another 15-20 cm.

• The length of the bed is determined by adding 20 cm to the height of the person.

When the bed is selected, you can start choosing a blanket. In order for its length to be suitable, you need to add 25-30 cm to the growth. The width must be chosen based on personal needs. There are people who "wrap themselves up" in blankets. It is better for them to choose bed linen with a width of 205-215 cm.

The danger of using an "adult" blanket is that it creates a "heat cushion" effect, that is, the temperature under the blanket becomes too high. An adult or an older child will simply open up. Small children cannot do this, so there is a risk of overheating. It is better to opt for baby blankets of standard sizes: 110x140 cm, 140x140 cm. You can also purchase square-shaped blankets measuring 120x140 cm.

When choosing blankets, you need to take into account the features of the figure. Overweight people should opt for European sizes - 190x230 cm or 210x250 cm. The width of the blanket is calculated based on the space occupied by one person. For men, this figure is 100-130 cm, for women about 80-110 cm.

It is important to remember that healthy sleep is a factor in your well-being. You should not be frivolous about choosing a seemingly ordinary blanket. Correctly selected bedding will create the conditions necessary for quality sleep.