Choosing bedding for boys

Bed linen for boys of different ages should be chosen very carefully. Today the assortment of beautiful and high-quality sets is very large and varied. In this article, we'll learn exactly how to choose the perfect bedding for young gentlemen.

Today, boys' bedding is made from a wide variety of materials. Among them there are both synthetic and natural options. Of course, high quality natural fabrics are recommended for purchase.

The sets of bed linen themselves are a kind of set of covers that perform 2 main functions.

• The linen provides sufficient protection for all bedding, which is not easy to wash. We are talking about pillows, blankets, mattresses.
• Bed linen protects the body of the young user from rough covers and mattress toppers.

According to the standard, bed linen is equipped with the following components:

• sheet;
• duvet cover;
• pillowcase (there can only be 1 or 2 pillowcases in the set).

Boys' bedding is available in different sizes. Basically, in children's rooms, they put a single or one and a half berths. Based on its parameters, the size of the sheets and duvet covers should also be selected.

There are several common sizes of sheets:

• 110x150 cm (optimal dimensions for a nursery bed);
• 120x150 cm (standard type sets);
• 150x220 cm (suitable size for a sleeping place used by a schoolchild or adolescent child).

Pillowcase sizes vary. As a rule, there are kits on sale in which there are pillowcases with parameters 50x70 or 70x70 cm.

When choosing high-quality bedding for boys of all ages, it is important to pay attention to the material from which the kit is made. We will learn about the characteristics of popular fabrics that are most often used in the production of the products in question.

• Calico. This fabric is based on dense cotton fibers of frequent weave. The material is natural and environmentally friendly, is not subject to wrinkling, and is quite lightweight. Even after numerous washes, the coarse calico remains bright and beautiful.

• Satin. Bed linen for children and adolescents is also made from this popular material. Satin is characterized by double weaving of twisted cotton thread. The material is natural, hypoallergenic. It almost does not electrify, does not wrinkle. Satin linen boasts a long service life.

• Poplin. To create the specified material, cotton fiber is most often taken as a basis. Slightly less often, silk or synthetics acts as a basis. In the fabric under consideration, thin threads are combined, as well as coarse transverse fibers.

• Flannel. A material perfect for cold weather. Flannel fabrics are made of cotton threads with a characteristic fluffy pile. It is the villi that allow you to keep warm well. The only drawback of the material in question is the formation of pellets in conditions of frequent use.

• Viscose. The raw material for this material is wood pulp. This fabric is both synthetic and natural. Its fibers are produced chemically, but are composed of 100% cellulose.

• Chintz. This is a cotton type material, created from dense threads, characterized by rare weaving. The canvases are smooth, but slightly stiff and glossy.

• Linen. Quality fabric of natural origin. It is a soft fabric that has no thickenings or nodules. Linen is excellent at absorbing moisture, but dries in a short time.

• Polycotton. Semi-synthetic fabric. It is obtained by adding synthetic fibers to cotton. Such combinations make it possible to obtain high strength and durability of the fabrics. Bed linen made of polycotton is less wrinkled, characterized by the richness of patterns and colors.

• Microfiber. Synthetic type of fabric, polyester is present in the composition. The material is easily washed, does not wrinkle, is not afraid of external influences. Microfiber remains beautiful and bright for a long time.

For boys of different ages, it makes sense to buy bedding with different designs.

• Small users who are 1, 2 or 4 years old, it is worth buying brighter and more colorful kits. It is better to give preference to cheerful and pleasant shades, images of animals or cartoons are acceptable.

• Boys aged 5, 6, 7 or 8 Ideal options are those that depict rich colors of trains, cars, animals, various cartoon characters (for example, "Paw Patrol", "Cars" and so on). At a similar age, you can choose a suitable option yourself. The main thing is that all images are of high quality, well distinguishable. Then the child will definitely like them.

• Boys aged 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 will adhere to completely different preferences. However, cars, planes, trains and other similar equipment will continue to be a priority. Kits in a beautiful nautical style are also suitable.At this age, it is better to buy bedding with the boy. Thus, parents will be able to show their son that they respect his choice, consider him to be quite an adult.

Consider how to choose bedding for a boy.

• It is necessary to pay attention to the dimensions of the kit. They must correspond to the dimensions of a single or a half-double bed or the original car bed. The parameters should not be slightly larger or slightly smaller than the berth.
• It is recommended to buy underwear made from high quality natural and hypoallergenic materials. It is not recommended to save on this.
• You should buy such kits, the design of which will suit both the age and the preferences of the youngest user.
• The linen set should not have the slightest defects, as well as faded areas. All seams must be of good quality, with no protruding threads or missing stitches.
• The linen should not exude unpleasant chemical odors, leave traces of paint on the hands during examination.
• It is recommended to buy bedding for a child of any age in specialized stores that sell high-quality textiles or bedding. It makes no sense to look for good products from natural materials on the market.

It is necessary to properly care for the bed linen that is in the use of the boy. Let's get acquainted with the basic rules of care:

• it is better to wash clothes by hand or in a washing machine, but at a water temperature of up to 40 degrees;
• no need to bleach linen, as well as use strong chemical compounds;
• it is necessary to iron the linen under the condition of a moderate iron temperature;
• it is best to dry products outdoors, in the shade, on a balcony or in a room that can be well ventilated;
• the use of a tumble dryer is permitted.

How to choose a fabric for baby bedding, see the video.