How to find the perfect soft blanket?

A soft blanket is indispensable in every home. You should know how to choose the perfect option correctly.

Soft blankets have many advantages. They are practical, versatile, aesthetic and functional. And they also:

• protect furniture from dust and dirt;
• keep the body warm during sleep or rest;
• are a stylish accent of the interior;
• differ in a wide range of sizes;
• have a standard and non-standard shape;
• differ in the material of manufacture and the type of texture.

Soft blankets can be used at home, on a picnic, or on a hike. If necessary, they can replace a blanket, thin mattress, sleeping bag. They are placed in children's beds and used as play rugs. These bedspreads are made in production and at home.

Blankets can have different density, thickness, texture. On sale there are products with and without lint. The villi are short and long, the texture is straight or twisted. Along with the advantages, soft blankets have several disadvantages. For example, depending on the material of manufacture, they:

• can build up static electricity and dust;
• not always machine washable;
• fade and deform during operation;
• not always pleasant to the touch;
• can provoke allergies;
• are sold at a high price.

In the production of soft blankets, natural, synthetic and mixed raw materials are used. Natural materials include cotton, wool, fur and down. For synthetic - acrylic, microfiber, polyester, fleece, artificial fur.

Natural fibers are hygienic but impractical. Variants of mixed materials have increased wear resistance. The type of material determines the properties of the finished product and affects its customer demand.

• Acrylic blankets are hypoallergenic, incredibly soft and cozy. They are light, warm, beautiful, easy to care for. Inexpensive, resistant to fading, but vulnerable to pilling and absorption of foreign odors.

• Microfiber products with polyamide / polyester fibers are durable, wear-resistant, color-fast. They are quite warm, absorb moisture well and dry quickly. However, they do build up static electricity and should not be ironed.

• Polyester products are moderately soft, tactilely pleasant, durable, inert to deformation. Washable, dry quickly, crease resistant. Affordable, but electrified and shrink when washed.

• Faux fur blankets are affordable in price. They are quite soft and warm, strong and durable. They are produced in a wide range, are not afraid of moths, and are easy to clean. However, they attract dust and build up static electricity.

• Fleece blankets are resistant to fading, abrasion, deformation. They are hypoallergenic, easy to clean, inert to moths and mold. They are lightweight, but electrify during operation.

• Cotton models are environmentally friendly, hypoallergenic and moderately soft. However, they wrinkle quickly, dry for a long time and are not suitable for use in the cold.

• Woolen bedspreads are warm and healthy. Products made of alpaca wool, cashmere, sheep, camel wool activate blood circulation, perfectly absorb moisture.

• The composition of pashmina blankets includes silk and cotton fibers. Such products are highly breathable. They are lightweight, warm, soft and durable. However, they are expensive and require delicate care.

Design solutions for blankets are very diverse. In the lines of manufacturers, you can find options with a smooth and embossed texture. At the same time, the color range of soft covers for sofas, armchairs and beds is multifaceted.

Woolen models are performed mainly in gray and gray-brown tones. Bedspreads from other materials can be made in neutral, light, pastel, bright, dark colors.

The front side of the products is monochromatic and patterned. Variants of the first type are used mainly in modern and urban design. They look impressive due to the texture of the material.

Models with pictures differ in the theme of the print. Some of them are decorated with flowery ornaments, others are decorated with geometric patterns. Products with dark prints on a light background are in fashion.

The pattern can imitate patchwork. Bedspreads with a coupon print, models with ethnic patterns, plaid and striped options look beautiful. Knitted blankets with large-textured knit are incredibly popular.

Shaggy bedspreads are also in fashion. They are bought in ultra-fashionable interior compositions. The front surface of such products can have pile of more than one length. On sale there are options with a volumetric pattern.

Soft throws come in standard options, including baby options and oversized throws. Therefore, they are selected for the dimensions of specific furniture. For example:

• for newborns, take a product 75x100, 80x100 cm;
• options for cots are 110x140, 110x150 cm;
• the sizes of models for a semi-double bed are 150x200 cm;
• for double beds, take products 180x210 cm;
• the size of the euro is 200x220 cm;
• the dimensions of the euro maxi are 220x240, 240x260 cm.

When choosing the perfect blanket, you need to take into account several nuances.

• For example, allergy sufferers need to buy a hypoallergenic bedspread. It will not irritate the skin, so the rest will be as comfortable as possible.
• The type of material is important. Products made from natural raw materials can quickly lose their softness. Man-made fiber versions exfoliate quickly. Models made from mixed raw materials are in priority.
• Before buying, it is important to determine the purpose of the product. There are one-sided and two-sided models on sale. Products of the second type have a different texture on both sides. They are more functional, suitable for use at different times of the year. For cool summer evenings, it is better to buy a thin soft blanket (made of cotton, fleece). If you need a warm version, you should give preference to a model made of wool.
• The texture of the fabric (fur) is also important. The product can be woven, knitted, knitted. By the type of execution, it can be solid and patchwork. It should be pleasant to the touch and beautiful. The texture is selected in such a way that the product is combined with the interior textiles. Colors and prints should match the design of the room. You can buy the product in the color of curtains, bed pillows, carpets.
• It is important to choose a quality option. All lines of the product must be straight. There should be no loops or puffs on them. Any manufacturing defects are excluded. When buying pile products, fold back the edge. If the fluff is matted or wiped off, the product will not last long.
• If there is a pattern, pay attention to its symmetry. A product with an uneven print looks sloppy. The print is selected in a single theme with the pattern of the existing textiles.
• The product for the sofa, on which you plan to constantly sit, must be durable and easy to clean. Its color should be practical. It is worth considering: thin models can often be washed in a washing machine. Bulky products often do not provide for such care.
• If the blanket has a finish, it should be not only beautiful, but also practical. If you need a blanket, it is better to buy an option without additional decor. The presence of a fringe or other braid is inappropriate here.