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Instead of increasing the thermostat (and your heating bill), try fighting winter’s chill the natural way – with warm bedding. Whether using a blanket while reading on the couch or hiding under a comforter while sleeping in bed, the following tips provide some advice on finding cold weather comfort:
DOWN VS. ATERNATIVE FIBER
One of the key benefits of nature’s warmth – down – is the ability to create a warm layer between the human body and the comforter. Down alternatives may not match this level of warmth; however, down alternative fibers have become more down-like in their feel and can be a more cost-effective option than down.
CHECK THE POWER
When purchasing a down comforter or blanket, it is important to consider the fill power. Fill power is the measurement of down’s ability to loft and hold air. A product with a high fill power provides better insulation than one with a low fill power, and for extra warmth, check out products with a 600 fill power or more.
THE THRED'S COUNT
Thread counts indicate how tightly woven the fabric is, so to determine the quality of the product, use the following guidelines:
- 180 to 220 thread count should be considered good
- 230 to 280 thread count should be considered better
- 300 to 400 thread count should be considered best
CONDIDER ALL VARIABLES
Ultimately, the best product for each individual will vary based on personal preferences or even body type. Remember to consider how warm or cold the bedroom temperature is when deciding how “warm” the bedding should be. And, the smaller the person, the more it will take to keep that person warm – such as more down and higher fill power. Whereas a larger person will need bedding with less down and lower fill power.
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