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Thursday, July 19th, 2018
Achieving the dreamy bedroom is easy with the Lazarus King headboard from the Meritage Collection of Fine Furniture Design.
Previously, we discussed the first three things that could make up a dreamy bedroom which are –
Here are other tips that can help you achieve quality sleep –
Block Out the Light
Did you notice that keeping a night light could sometimes get in the way of quality sleep? So why should we sleep in the dark?
The human body is programmed to sleep only in darkness. This means you have to – not just minimize but to completely turn off any glowing gadgets such as your laptop screen, computer monitor, even your clock radio.
Chronic exposure to these lights during the night can be bad. This has a lot to do with the circadian rhythmicity. During the day, mankind has sunlight but, at night, we only have the stars and the moon. Mankind’s biological programming remembered these and so man is programmed to sleep in complete darkness.
Moonlight is a totally different lighting compared to artificial lights. LAN or artificial lighting at night is less powerful than the sun but a lot greater than moonlight. Melatonin suppression is to be blamed in understanding why LAN is not good for man.
The brain’s pineal gland produces melatonin during sleep. It helps in regulating the sleep-wake cycle, lowering the blood pressure as well as the body temperature and glucose levels. The brain has a group of cells right at the hypothalamus which responds to dark and light signals. Once these group of cells senses that there is light, then it tells the brain to wake up.
Other body processes then kick-start such as the production of cortisol and raising body temperature. So when you are aiming to improve the quality of your sleep, it’s as simple as turning off the nightlight when you’re ready to sleep.
Use Quality Sheets and Mattress
You know what’s tragic? When you recently bought a mattress and you’re still suffering from back pain.
If this is happening to you, then it is probable that you have chosen the wrong kind of mattress to sleep in. So what kind of mattress does your body need?
The answer to this widely varies. With a lot of mattress types, it is not just about your preferences but also about a little science that could make or break your sleep. The hybrid type of mattress is made with a fusion of polyurethane foam, latex, memory, coils, and/or various other materials.
The hybrid type is best for people who want to have a little bounce but also want support. These are sleepers who expect comfort together with a cool fabric.
The latex type, on the other hand, is best for people who also want a cool mattress that has a great bounce. Also, it is a foam that is highly responsive, meaning, for sleepers who love a good foam but are veering away from the contour of memory foam.
The third type is the memory foam which best known for its body contouring, pressure relief, and amazing support. This is for sleepers who want a great body hug.
The coil type of mattress is for the sleeper who needs the traditional feel of spring. It has an amazing bounce and cooling effect. For those who want cushion comfort, the mattress type to invest in is the pillow-top.
As for the sheets, find the ones that are not heavy and rough. Remember that the higher the thread count, the better. Also, be sure to get sheets that are temperature-regulated. Use microfiber or bamboo sheets.
Don’t forget to regularly clean your bedroom as well.
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Thursday, May 24th, 2018
Tempur-Pedic Mattresses TEMPUR-Cloud Elite Mattress Split California King
You don’t have to be a mattress geek to know how to shop for the correct kind of mattress. You might be searching for ways to alleviate the back pain that you’ve been feeling since you bought the wrong type, right? Or you could simply be in search for a bigger one so you could have more room to sleep in.
Buying your mattress can be an easy-breezy task. This guide should help you achieve your goal of finding the best kind of mattress, one that would meet your needs.
The mattress is, without a doubt, one of the most important pieces of furnishing in your home. If you want to sleep a healthy eight hours, then you will need to choose, that very thing where you spend your sleeping hours, carefully.
Let’s say you get to keep a mattress for nine to 10 years, then that means you will sleep in it for eight hours (hopefully) each night or about a third of your life. This is a significant phase of your life so you have to make a careful decision with regard to the kind of mattress that you’d take home.
Mattress Support
The most crucial factor in finding the right mattress is the support that it can provide. You need a mattress that can push your body up and is able to counteract the weight that pushes it down. So does this mean that you’re supposed to find a firm, hard mattress? Absolutely not.
Keep in mind that the human body – yup, including yours – is not a straight line. So, whether you sleep on your tummy, back or on your side, your body comes with curves. The mattress should be able to support such curves and arches.
The mattress should dip down all around the shoulders and hips. This is so correct spine alignment is achieved. A mattress that’s too hard will not be able to give you that needed eight hours of sleep simply because you will consequently keep changing your position throughout the night.
The TEMPUR-Up™ Foundation is the perfect upgrade from a flat foundation. Raise the head of the foundation, in virtually infinite number of positions, for reading, working on your laptop, or watching TV. Control your movement using the simple-to-use wires remote.
Mattress Comfort
Another vital criterion that you need to consider is the level of comfort that you will feel when you lie down on the mattress. This is the so-called pressure relief. A mattress that’s too firm will leave your body unrested. It also causes the cutting off of circulation and even nerve pinching.
Do you feel any pins and needles on your hands and feet sometimes? This could be caused by the wrong mattress on your bed.
Minimized Motion Transfer
This may be a minor factor but, still, an important one nevertheless. It could also affect the way you enjoy your sleep. When you have to share your bed, you have to consider how to minimize the so-called motion transfer. A partner who gets in and out of bed could easily disrupt the sleep of the other. The risk of being woken up quite high so try to test the mattress with your partner once you’ve decided which ones you’re shortlisting.
Mattress Temperature
One other issue that people talk about is heat retention. The best mattresses must be able to mitigate this. Ventilation can also be a concern especially during the hottest seasons. Don’t ever go for cheap memory mattresses.
Mattress Edge Support
If you’re the type who sleeps on the edge of the bed, then you should also look for a mattress that has a strong edge support. Cheaper mattresses only provide a steel rod inside. It would be best for you to choose the ones that have foam encasement.
Your Shopping Expedition
Don’t let this mattress shopping expedition scare you. You are likely to see lines upon lines of rectangular foams but just take your time so you would be able to purchase the most suitable one for you.
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Saturday, January 14th, 2017
FFDM Ancestry Collection
You are bound to spend a third of your life in bed. No, this isn’t a prophecy that’s going to happen because something bad is going to happen. This is truth – people will spend one-third of their lives sleeping. Since this is the case, you need to shop (more like invest) for a bed that will last a long time.
If you have been having difficulty trying to sleep lately and if you toss and turn a lot, then you could be having a problem – not just with your sleep routine but also – with your mattress.
If lying in the middle of the night means feeling backaches in the morning, then it’s really time to shop for a bed replacement. Here are some useful tips –
Remember Comfort
The most important factor that you need to consider is comfort. You will never enjoy sleeping in a bed that’s uncomfortable. No matter how fashionable it may appear, a bed is a bed and it is meant to be slept in.
To shop for a new bed, you need to know how it would feel to sleep in it. Remember that a bed is your long-term investment which means you’ll own it for no less than 10 years. You can gauge the level of comfort by feeling how soft and firm the bed is. This should be comfortable but it must also be able to give you amole support.
Will the bed need to conform to your body shape and size? In a manner, yes. If you are having difficulty finding the best position to sleep in your choice of mattress then that isn’t the mattress that’s meant for you.
Mattress Matters
The heart of any bed is the mattress so you have to study this part thoroughly before you settle in buying it.
Take note that the secret to having a good night’s sleep is to have a bed base and a mattress that suit your sleeping style. These two components must always work hand-in-hand. If you observe that you sleep better in a hotel room than in your own bed at home, then you probably have the wrong kind of bed. You should start shopping for a replacement soon.
Tummy sleepers should go for a softer mattress. If you are a back sleeper, then you might want to shop for something firmer. You need to try lying on the mattress so you’d know whether it’s the right one to buy. If you don’t feel comfortable in the mattress, then move on to the next bed and so on.
Don’t be ashamed to test mattresses in stores. If you’re sharing a bed with someone, then make sure that you shop together. Lie with your sleeping partner then attempt to roll towards each other. One of you must not feel the motion as the other one gets out of bed. A bed that’s too soft will sink one or both of you in while one that’s too hard will not mould yours or your sleeping partner’s body contours.
Consider the Bed Size
You might be led to think that you should buy the biggest bed that your money can afford. This should not always be the case. Remember that size is not always width, it could also be the bed’s length. This means that you should buy a bed that’s no less than 15 cm longer than the tallest person that would sleep in that bed.
Buying a bed does not mean that you just find a piece that you would want to sleep in at night. There is more to just lying in bed. This piece of furniture must primarily ensure that you get the best night’s sleep. If not, then it’s not the right bed or mattress for you.
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Wednesday, October 12th, 2016
Thomasville Bedroom Valeska Ensemble Set .Super Queen. TV-BD1-44
Did you know that you spend a third of your life in bed? This is why you should be concerned about sleep quality as it is a huge part of your life. Uninterrupted sleep is one of the best feelings in the world. That feeling of being able to sink into a comfortable, restful bed and be able to sleep the whole night through is just amazing. Conversely, if you don’t sleep too well, you end up feeling cranky and with a shorter attention span. To achieve quality slumber, you need bedding essentials such as mattress toppers, duvets, mattress and pillow protectors, the right pillow support, etc.
Hotel Look with Duvets
Do you remember how restful your nights have been when you checked into some fancy hotel? Those duvets and layered pillows proved how stylish and chic your bedroom can be.
Choosing the right duvet for the bed and bed linen is a crucial decision that you have to make. You don’t want to be stuck with a duvet that’s a size down. Duvet that’s a size up, however, is the fancy solution to having a cozy night with your loved one.
Children might prefer to have the lighter kind of duvet especially when you’ll be using them on single or double beds. Quilts can be a great way to show off their fave TV or movie characters.
Choose from single, double, king size or super king size duvets.
Thomasville Bedroom Faulkner Ensemble Set (Super Queen) TV-BD1-32
Pillows, Mattress and Your Sleeping Position
You need to know what pillow type would best suit your sleeping position. This is important in picking your preferred mattress tension, too. Quality pillows might not last as long as your quality mattress but they can significantly reduce neck, shoulder and back pains.
People who sleep on their backs should pick a medium-firm pillow. For side sleepers, it is best to pick a pillow or two which are thicker than the common pillow. This is highly recommended for better neck support.
The softer option is best for the front sleepers.
It is best to have your pillows replaced every two years. It becomes doubly important to do so if the pillows are already discolored or lumpy. Disfigured or damaged pillows no longer provide the necessary neck support and they could also contain high levels of epithelial, dust mites and other allergens.
If you want to get the best out of your pillows and mattress, then it is worth considering that you invest in quality protectors for both. Mattress and pillow protectors keep your mattresses and pillows from being soiled or worn out. Protectors will also keep these bedding essentials clean while providing a different level of coziness.
There are now beds that already include mattress toppers. There are different materials to choose from – there’s polyester fiber, feathers, latex or Visco-elastic.
There are also pillow fillings for you to choose from. Just like mattresses, pillows also have natural as well as synthetic fillings. Whether you have memory foam or the hollow fiber type, your pillow choice must always ensure a restful night’s sleep.
Synthetic pillows can be made from Visco-elastic, latex, or polyurethane fillings. There are also pillows that have combinations of these fillings. People who have asthma should choose synthetic pillows since they contain latex foam which doesn’t gather dust.
For people who experience aches and pains while sleeping, there is that quality Visco-elastic filling. This is especially designed to relieve neck and head pressure. This ensures optimum sleeping position for chronic pain sufferers.
Pillows with natural fillings contain duck down, goose down, or both. The more feathers these pillows contain, then the firmer they are. As for your mattress, it is highly recommended that you find quality pillow protectors so that everything would be fresh and clean to your touch.
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