In order for a sound and comfortable sleep, sleep accessories must be of good quality and high quality. This applies to the mattress, pillows, and blankets. In this article we will look at the question of how to choose a blanket. When choosing a blanket, the main attention should be paid to the size of the product and its thermal insulation properties. The latter depends on the type of filler or material from which the blanket is made.

Blankets come in several classifications, on which the sizes depend:

• double;
• one-and-a-half (or family);
• single.

You can see the dimensions in the table.

When choosing a blanket, pay attention to the markings on its packaging. Several dots or wavy lines indicate the warming properties of the blanket. There can be from one to five - the more, the warmer the product. Below is a table that will help you choose the type of blanket that will satisfy you (taking into account the temperature of the room and personal preference for warmth).

If you don’t want to deal with the fillers or the material from which the blanket is made, then you can buy any one, focusing on the size and selected warmth. But if you decide to take the choice of a blanket seriously, then read our following recommendations:

• For those who like to sleep under a heavy blanket, cashmere or cashmere filling is best. camel hair.
• Anyone who likes to sleep under a light but very warm blanket is a product with goose down.
• Hot people who find it hot to sleep even in a cool room need to buy a product with eucalyptus fiber inside or with silk filling.

The warmest blankets are those with down or wool. But down simply provides a comfortable sleep, and wool also heals. Blankets made of camel and sheep wool or cashmere are good for warming sore joints. At the same time, only cashmere blankets can be recommended for allergy sufferers.

Every blanket requires care. When purchasing, keep in mind that down or wool items will have to be dry cleaned. But cashmere can be washed in washing machine. Blankets with synthetic fillings stand in a completely separate group. They are very light, warm, and there are no allergies to them. But we cannot recommend them for regular use - natural materials are much healthier. And synthetic ones are well suited for use in country house or when going out into nature. They practically do not absorb moisture, and if this happens, they will dry out in the sun in a couple of hours. These blankets are easy to wash, even by hand.

Blankets are made in two types. In the form of a cover filled with filling, or in the form of a blanket made from a single piece of cashmere or wool fabric.

Blankets with filling can be cassette or quilted. In cassette ones, the entire surface is stitched with reinforced stitches - the result is a kind of cassette. These stitches prevent the inner filling from moving freely inside the blanket and it maintains a consistent shape. Quilted ones have much less filling inside, so such blankets are quilted with very large stitches - they are lighter than cassette ones.

It’s starting to get colder, which means it’s time to warm up. And this applies not only to warm clothes, gloves, scarves and boots, but also... blankets. I present to you a selection useful tips when buying a warm blanket.
Tips to help you choose a blanket during the cold season:
. For cold autumn and winter, duvets made of natural down (considered the warmest) or wool are suitable.
. Before purchasing a duvet, make sure you are not allergic to poultry down. If so, you should buy a hypoallergenic synthetic blanket.
. Special attention When choosing goose down and feather blankets, pay attention to the ratio of down and feathers in the filler: feathers should be no more than 40%.
. When choosing a wool blanket, pay attention to the quilting method: squares or parallel lines. It is believed that a blanket quilted in the form of squares is more reliable.
. Quilted wool blankets are not as warm as down blankets, but they are lightweight, hygroscopic (able to allow moisture to pass through), and durable.
. When buying a wool blanket, keep in mind its disadvantage - not only you, but also moths choose it, so it is better to store such blankets with products that repel harmful insects.
. If a person suffers from heart disease, hypertension or shortness of breath, then it is not recommended for him to sleep under a synthetic blanket.
. Eco-friendly and inexpensive blankets are blankets with cotton filling - cotton wool. The cotton in them provides thermoregulation, hypoallergenicity and hygroscopicity, but at the same time cotton wool tends to become damp and acquire unpleasant odors and roll into lumps.

Remember: you cannot wash cotton blankets; as a result, you risk getting a shapeless mass of matted, sticky cotton wool. It is better to clean such blankets with a vacuum cleaner and dry them in the sun or beat them in the same way as beat a carpet.
. You can also choose a blanket filled with lyocell (a natural fiber based on eucalyptus tree cellulose). Although such blankets are expensive, under such blankets it is always warm and dry, because lyocell perfectly absorbs fumes.
. As an option, you can consider a blanket with holofiber filling. In terms of its characteristics, such a blanket is close to duvets, but at the same time it is hypoallergenic. In addition, it can be washed in a washing machine, it dries quickly and keeps its shape perfectly.

You can see on sale bamboo blankets. If your apartment is warm, then you can take note of these blankets. I note that bamboo fiber is much softer than cotton, and its quality is similar to silk or cashmere. Bamboo has good protective antibacterial and antimicrobial properties.
. If you are choosing a blanket for a child, it is recommended to purchase a wool one (or even better, a camel one).

When choosing a blanket, pay attention to the label: it should indicate the name of the manufacturer, symbols indicating the features of cleaning and care, the composition of the filler and the fabric of the cover (preferably linen, teak, calico or satin). The inscription “NOMITE” means that natural filler was used for the blanket. Naturally, instructions for use must be present.
. If you don’t want to buy 2 blankets (for the warm and cold seasons), you can buy two-layer winter-summer blankets. These blankets consist of two parts that are joined together to winter period or only one layer is used - in the warmer seasons.

A blanket for winter should be light, warm, soft and not scratchy. It should “breathe” and not cause allergies. What filler meets all these requirements?

1. Feather and down

Down and feathers of waterfowl (ducks and geese) are the most popular natural filler. It makes the blanket warm and very airy. The lightest models are made from the down of live birds. Cheap feather blankets (from 3,000 rubles) are usually heavy and short-lived; after a short time, feathers begin to come out through the fabric. A high-quality blanket costs about 8 - 10,000 rubles. The down of a white goose or Icelandic duck is additionally treated with a composition against dust mites - these products can be used by asthmatics and allergy sufferers. However, when washing, such impregnations can be washed out.

Care: You can take it to the dry cleaner, but you can also wash it - at +60°C, dry it flat, periodically turning it over and shaking the stuck down fluff with your hands. Both pillows and blankets benefit from regular (at least once a month) airing in the fresh air.

Feather is not bad. If the blanket had only fluff, it would simply not hold its shape, but would “spread” like a pancake. Even the most expensive blankets contain feather (10%), it gives the product elasticity, airiness and volume. However, coarse feather is often mixed into low-quality blankets - it is easy to recognize by touch. The optimal ratio is 60% down, 40% feather. The higher the percentage of feather in a blanket, the cheaper it is.

2. Wool

Wool blankets are real doctors! They have a healing effect because they contain animal fat (lanolin). Wool blankets are indispensable for people suffering from osteochondrosis, rheumatism and colds. When in contact with the human body, wool can absorb up to 30% of moisture (sweat), while remaining dry to the touch. Moreover, as soon as you get out from under the blanket, it will begin to actively evaporate moisture. Therefore, wool blankets do not require additional drying. And finally, wool has the unique ability to self-clean (dirt is shaken off the wool fibers). So forget about frequent washing!

Choosing blanket, you need to run your hand to check the quality of the wool. There should be no pellets on the surface. Be sure to study the label of the blanket, and in particular its composition. Be careful, if you are allergic to wool, you should not buy a wool blanket.

Sheep's wool
In addition to the fact that sheep's wool is warm and absorbs moisture well, it helps with radiculitis, arthritis and back pain. Ideal for those who suffer from insomnia. Sheepskin blankets are much lighter than cotton blankets; not only an adult, but also a child will be comfortable under them. In children's production, sheepskin is used, woven in a special way, so that wool and lint do not come out of the blanket. However, be careful. Sheep's wool can cause allergies in some children. This is the most a budget option from all wool fillings. A blanket made of sheepskin costs from 3,000 rubles, from lamb down (this blanket is less warm, but more delicate) - from 2,500 rubles.

Care: It is better not to wash blankets made of sheep wool; dry cleaning will help deal with stains. Sheep wool tends to cake over time, so turn the blanket over frequently and air it out in the fresh air.

Goat hair (fluff)
As a filler for blankets, as a rule, they use the delicate undercoat from the neck and chest of Kashmiri mountain goats, which graze on the slopes of the Himalayas even in severe frosts. These are the warmest, softest and lightest wool blankets. They perfectly relieve muscle tension by providing micromassage. Only 100–200 g of down per year is collected from one goat, so such a blanket is not cheap. Minimum price - 12,000 rubles. (children's - about 4,500 rubles)

Care: Delicate wash.

Camel's wool
A blanket made of camel wool is lighter than a sheep's wool. Very warm, has medicinal properties. Thanks to a large number lanolin, recommended for those who have problems with the spine and joint diseases. The service life of a camel wool blanket is 6-7 years. Choose a model made of combed wool, since sheared wool will poke through the bedding and prick.

A blanket with open wool costs about 4,000 rubles, a quilted blanket: wool - from 2,500, down - from 3,500 rubles.

Care: Delicate wash.

Blankets purchased in specialized stores and having a certificate of conformity are covered only with natural cotton fabric. Most often it is cambric, satin, cotton with the addition of lyocell.

3. Synthetics

A blanket with synthetic filling is the best choice for allergy sufferers. After all, unlike wool and down, artificial filler is not favored by dust mites.

Sintepon
Blankets made from padding polyester are very light and cheap, but they do not guarantee you quality sleep, because this artificial material does not allow air to pass through well: the body does not breathe, and under such a blanket during heating season you will feel like you are in a bathhouse.

Holofiber, comforter
New generation polyester. Although it is more expensive than the synthetic synthetic ones, it provides excellent support temperature regime, and weighs no more. A high-quality synthetic blanket breathes (of course, worse than natural fibers), does not electrify, does not accumulate dust, and is easy to wash. Product good quality will cost at least 3,000 rubles.

Care: a blanket made of holofiber and comforter can be easily washed in a machine, as can synthetic winterizer. But the latter becomes harder over time from repeated washing.

4. Eider down

This is the most expensive, most weightless and warmest (even hot) filler. Its cost is equal to the cost of gold, because to get just 1 kg of fluff you need to pick about 60 nests (!). The cover is made of silk - the thinnest fabric allows the blanket to take the shape of the body as much as possible. A blanket made of 100% eider down costs from 5,000 euros...

Nowadays blankets with “open” wool are very popular. Soft and fluffy blankets with “fur on the outside” are pleasant to use as blankets. Falling asleep wrapped in such a blanket is a pleasure!

5. Cotton wool

An environmentally friendly filler that retains heat well, absorbs moisture and does not cause allergies. The disadvantages of a cotton blanket are its heaviness and ability to absorb various odors. Although some simply cannot fall asleep unless they are pressed down with a thick “grandmother’s” blanket on top. It's a matter of habit!

Care: does not like washing (cotton wool gets into tight lumps) or dry cleaning (stains remain). All that remains is to regularly ventilate the cotton blanket and dry it in the sun. Old blankets can be vacuumed and dusted outside. However, it is better to think about your health and finally say goodbye to this overwhelming and rather dubious inheritance.

How to choose a blanket size?
It is necessary to measure both the width and length of the bed. Please note that the width of the blanket must be purchased with a margin so that there is enough blanket on both sides. Try to buy a blanket in standard sizes so that later you can easily choose a duvet cover for it.

How to choose a blanket for a child?
The choice of a baby blanket must be approached scrupulously, since babies are very sensitive to everything. First, the blanket should be light so that the baby feels comfortable in it. Second, you don’t need to buy a very warm blanket, since the baby may sweat in such a blanket, which can lead to prickly heat and other negative factors. A wool blanket is very practical; it will protect the baby from overheating and perfectly absorbs moisture, which then quickly evaporates.

Let's summarize.

We feel most comfortable at a temperature of 20-22°C. If the room is cold or hot, the body begins to bring body temperature closer to air temperature, and this can disrupt even the deepest sleep. Choose a blanket depending on the temperature in the bedroom.

16° - down, +16-18° - wool, +19° - with synthetic filling, +20-25° - blanket made of silk or bamboo fiber.

Downy. Excellent moisture absorption and air permeability. Warmer and lighter models are filled with eider down. (Unlike duck and goose, it does not cause allergies.). When purchasing a combined filler (down - feather), pay attention that the feather content is no more than 40%. If you are allergic or asthmatic, choose blankets whose filling is treated with an antimicrobial treatment that prevents the formation of mites. Please note: the cover must be made of natural fabric - synthetic ones allow air to pass through worse and reduce the warming properties of the blanket. Choose models quilted with squares rather than parallel lines - the fluff will not fall off.

Woolen. Absorbs sweat well, while remaining dry. It has a healing effect: lanolin contained in animal hair helps relieve pain from osteochondrosis and rheumatism. A blanket made of camel wool is light, does not electrify, repels dust and has a unique quality: when the room is cold, it warms, and when it is hot, it creates a feeling of coolness. Models made from sheep wool are cheaper, softer, but heavier. Recently a new product appeared - a blanket made of thermally bonded wool (1,700 rubles). Thin layers of natural fibers are connected by a mesh of polyester particles (the percentage of synthetic content should not exceed 30%). The blanket is durable and can easily be washed. You can recognize this model by the Downfill marking on the label.

Please note: a wool blanket must be periodically treated with moth repellent. Blankets with a removable cover made of natural fabric will last longer, since they do not have to be washed often. A wool blanket is not suitable for asthmatics and allergy sufferers.

Synthetic. Warm and practical, very light. Suitable when in an apartment high humidity air - artificial fiber repels moisture, which means the blanket will never be damp. Not suitable for people with excessive sweating and those who suffer from hypertension, shortness of breath and diseases of the cardiovascular system.

Silk and bamboo. Suitable for everyone without exception; absolutely safe as they are made from natural materials. They perfectly absorb moisture and retain heat. How to choose a bamboo blanket

A bamboo blanket is perhaps the most environmentally friendly blanket, and it is also the lightest compared to blankets made from other materials.
A bamboo blanket should be divided into sectors that are well stitched together. Straighten the blanket so that the contents are distributed evenly. Also, when buying a bamboo blanket, pay attention to the width: it should be 50cm larger than your bed, so that as a result of its lightness it does not slide to the side.

Nice blanket - required condition for a healthy, restful and comfortable sleep. Every buyer always has ideas about the comfort of bedding. When thinking about how to choose a blanket, it would be useful to listen to the advice of experts. With their help, it is easier to understand the variety of assortments and choose a truly high-quality product that meets individual requirements and wishes.

Which blanket to choose

Bedding is not at all the kind of thing that you can choose from a photo in online stores. Before purchasing, you need to think in advance about all the main qualities of the product: size, sewing technology, material, filling, warming properties. With the first characteristic, everything is more or less clear: the size can be single, one-and-a-half or double. When choosing it, you need to take into account only personal preferences and the ability to select suitable bedding.

Woven materials are used for covering - calico, satin, polyester. As for the sewing technology, according to this parameter all products are divided into quilted, karo-steppe and cassette. A quilt is made with a special quilt that secures the filling. In Karostep products, the filler is held in place by stitching. Cassette models have separate sections with filler inside each. They are considered the most wear-resistant and easy to clean, since they hold the filler best, preventing it from rolling into lumps.

For newborns

Standard size products for newborns - 120x120 cm. Experts recommend choosing lightweight models with a practical cotton covering, avoiding synthetics. It is better if the item is completely natural and environmentally friendly. However, among synthetic models you can also find a blanket suitable for a newborn’s crib; the main thing is to check for quality certificates.

When choosing, it is important to consider the season. In summer, you can cover your child with a light flannelette, fleece, silk or thin woolen blanket, under which he will not sweat. For winter you will need more warm option– down, padding polyester or cotton wool product. It is advisable to choose a blanket that you plan to use during walks among models with removable covers.

For the winter

The warmest thing for winter and other cold periods of the year should be chosen among models with high-quality filler that has sufficient ability to retain heat. The degree of heat transfer of a product is indicated on the product label in the form of dots. There can be from one to five. The more points, the warmer the model. Keep in mind that optimal materials include:

• natural and artificial down;
• camel and sheep wool;
• padding polyester;
• holofiber;
• Thick cotton blankets provide good warmth during the cold season.

For summer

Which blanket is best for the hot season? For warm summer nights, it is recommended to choose silk products, wool-blend blankets, light bedspreads with bamboo or other plant fillings. Models with padding polyester, wool and down are very inconvenient to use in the summer - it is too hot to sleep or relax under them. An exception may be thin woolen items.

For all seasons

The most practical option An all-season blanket is considered a double-sided product. One side is covered with regular fabric, and the other with wool or fur. There are also double models. In cold weather, two fabrics are fastened together with ties, snaps or buttons, and in warm weather, the lighter one is unfastened and used separately. Products with fillers such as holofiber or silicone fiber are suitable for any season. They provide comfortable sleep both in winter and summer.

How to choose a blanket by filling

Many people believe that a blanket's ability to retain heat depends only on the base material. However, the models different manufacturers with the same filler can differ greatly in the degree of warmth. It is influenced by the type of fabric of the cover, the thickness of the product, and the quality of the material used. Which filling for a blanket is better and how to correctly evaluate the quality of a particular option that provides the warming properties of the product?

Made from bamboo

The bamboo product is soft and light, retains its shape for a long time, is not capable of causing allergies, is easy to wash, and dries quickly. It is not warm enough for winter, but in summer, spring or early autumn it is very comfortable to sleep under it. However, before choosing a bamboo blanket as your primary option for the warmer months, it is worth assessing the humidity conditions of the climate in which you live. Bamboo fiber absorbs moisture very well, so when high humidity It will be difficult to dry it.

Made from wool

Wool blankets – a good option for the most picky couch potatoes. They perfectly absorb moisture, while remaining dry, retain heat, and have healing properties. How to choose a wool blanket? Among them there are both lightweight models and thicker and warmer ones, so when purchasing you need to focus on the main purpose of the product. For winter, it is better to choose a quilted wool blanket made from sheep, camel, goat or llama hair. Knitted wool blankets are good for the warm season. The disadvantages of this filler include the risk of damage by moths and allergenicity.

Sheep

Such products are known for their beneficial properties, due to which they are recommended to be chosen by people with diseased joints. A blanket made from merino wool - an elite breed of sheep - has especially valuable healing effects. This type of woolen product is considered hypoallergenic. A good option for young children and people with sensitive skin. A sheep's wool blanket is valued for:

• warmth;
• light weight;
• good ability absorb moisture.

camel

A camel blanket is warmer than a sheepskin blanket, but also more expensive. In terms of warming properties, the material is only slightly inferior to swan down. Camel wool is hollow inside, so it is about 2 times lighter than sheep's wool. The only disadvantage of this filler is associated with moths, which can ruin the item. Camel wool blankets are characterized by:

• high wear resistance;
• excellent ability to absorb and evaporate moisture.

Cotton

Previously, blankets with cotton filling were in great demand due to their excellent warming properties. However, now they are losing popularity because they have several significant disadvantages. They are difficult to wash and take a long time to dry. Cotton wool has the ability to absorb unpleasant odors, roll and form into lumps, due to which the item quickly loses its original appearance. Their advantages:

• very warm;
• durable.

Holofiber blanket

This artificial filler is lightweight, has good warming properties, and also provides excellent air exchange. Among blankets with holofiber it is easy to find both summer and winter models. The material does not cause allergies. The disadvantage of this filler is considered to be worse moisture transmission than natural materials. The advantages of these options:

• they provide comfortable sleep;
• The products are easy to care for.

Made from swan's down

Blankets with swan down are deservedly considered the warmest and at the same time lightest. They provide very good air circulation and have excellent absorbent properties, but require regular cleaning. When choosing a natural product, it is important to make sure that the filler used is actually swan, and not harder goose down or feather. Another disadvantage of this filler is its high allergenicity. Those who suffer from allergic reactions should pay attention to artificial swan down.

From padding polyester

A synthetic blanket is warm and light, but does not allow moisture to pass through well enough. It is recommended to wash it infrequently, because this way the product can quickly lose its shape. How to choose good blanket with padding polyester? When purchasing, you need to make sure that the filler of the product is elastic and moderately voluminous. Too loose, fluffy material is the so-called glued padding polyester. Like other types, it is a specially processed polyester fiber, but its production uses toxic glue that releases harmful substances.

Cashmere blanket

Cashmere products are expensive, but they are very warm, light, and durable. Unlike other wool products, cashmere blankets are suitable for allergy sufferers. At proper care they are able to maintain their valuable properties and good appearance for many years. It is believed that cashmere is a capricious material that requires constant use of dry cleaning services. However, high-quality items can be machine washed. To ensure that your cashmere product has the best possible long life, you need to use the gentle wash mode.

Video: how to choose the right blanket

The offered video materials will allow you to obtain information about the intricacies of selecting bedding for a healthy sleep. Experts tell you how to choose the right products depending on the purpose, time of year and desired characteristics. The video will help you avoid common mistakes that buyers make when purchasing bedding.

Most of us love sleep. Lie in bed, relax and take a break from stress Everyday life. But properly selected bedding allows you to achieve complete comfort. And in particular - a blanket. His choice is extremely important for healthy sleep and relaxation.

Rating of the 7 best blankets for sleeping

On average, a person sleeps ⅓ of his entire life. That is why you should choose the most comfortable blanket. Which blanket is better to choose, expert reviews - read the article.

A warm and soft blanket made of sheep's wool, warming in winter and breathable in summer. It is comfortable under it at any time of the year and at any temperature.

Price: 1580 rubles.

Sheep wool blanket (Milanika)

• demi-season;
• high density (300g/m2);
• Sheep wool forms an electrostatic field when thorned, which increases the overall well-being of the body.
• none.

I don't like warm, stuffy and hot blankets. When I bought a new one, I paid attention to its composition. Sheep's wool is good both in winter and summer. I wasn't disappointed. I don't feel hot under this blanket, but I don't feel cold in the cold winter either. Easily washable and does not pill.