Bamboo blankets: fashion or good?

A modern bamboo blanket is not just a tribute to another fashion for unusual bedding of a high degree of environmental friendliness, but in fact an extremely comfortable and practical thing, the use of which will bring you a lot of pleasure.

Given the fact that today bamboo products are very popular, it is necessary to carefully familiarize yourself with their main quality characteristics before buying in order to know in advance what kind the advantages will be given to you by purchasing it:

• Such blankets have a peculiar circulation of air masses and moisture, therefore, you will not get any "greenhouse effect" here, as is the case with other blankets. The fibers are perfectly air-permeable, constantly providing the human body with the most comfortable temperature. The fibers of this plant have the ability to instantly draw in excess moisture and not accumulate them, and the natural "flavoring" will prevent the appearance of any unnecessary odor.
• Availability antibacterial effect. Manufacturers of this type of blankets unanimously declare that this material contains a natural antibiotic that easily suppresses the bacteria present in the product for just a couple of days.
• Composition of natural natural and ecologically tested raw materials... In bamboo, there are no chemical impurities at all. elements, synthetic additives or down - this filler is completely harmless for adults and children.

• Plant fiber material contains in its composition various components and essential oils, they have a great effect on the respiration and human skin. Experts even recommend using bamboo bedding for people with asthma and allergies.
• Positive health effects. Such a product is virtually weightless, it creates comfortable temperature conditions, due to which its owner significantly improves the quality of sleep. The components that are in this material have an excellent effect on the emotional background of a person.
• Practicality, substantial service life. Bamboo blankets are easy to clean, machine washable and dry quickly.

Bamboo blankets, like any other product, have not only positive characteristics, but also a number of negative qualities, which include:

• Quite high cost.
• The splendor of a sleeping accessory is lost with the duration of its use.
• Bamboo blankets are easy to counterfeit and therefore it is difficult to tell the difference between a real bamboo product and a fake one.
• Products wear out quickly if there is high humidity in the room in a constant mode.

Now you know all the pros and cons of using a bamboo blanket. At the same time, one should not forget about the existence of similar products with other types of various fillers. All of them, quite naturally, differ in their characteristics and price level. To make sure that a bamboo blanket is a much more correct choice, you need to find out how other blankets differ significantly from it:

1. Camel wool blanket... It is much heavier than bamboo and cannot be washed at home, which means it is more difficult to care for. This warm blanket is not allergen-free. It has an unusual smell, does not retain air and moisture, but has an enviable lifespan, its composition helps to reduce pain in joints and bones.
2. Product made of swan down. Its cost is more attractive and affordable. Swan down is extremely light, but very poorly permeable to water and air, and is also the cause of the formation of numerous statistical charges, which consumers do not really like.
3. Eucalyptus blanket. The material for making such a blanket is the same environmentally friendly and natural, has a high degree of hypoallergenicity, eucalyptus blankets are light and useful for the human respiratory system.
4. Sheep wool products. Such material is also very useful, it has a good effect on the heart, has analgesic properties if a person's body hurts. The blanket is well ventilated, almost weightless. It can be washed by hand or in a washing machine.
5. Holofiber blankets... This is a modern and very popular artificial material, which has different positive qualities, because it is easy to care for, does not weigh much, does not lead to a "greenhouse effect", is inexpensive, does not have foreign odors, but it has antibacterial properties and is allergen-free. It is one of the most worthy contenders to natural bamboo in many ways. But still, natural materials are much more beneficial for human health than any inexpensive synthetic material.

When creating bamboo fiber, plants are taken that have been growing for three years. The transformation of hard stems into a light filler is carried out in certain stages: first, the plant is crushed with high quality, then it is soaked in a special solution and pressed qualitatively, cleaned well and carefully combed out.

Today there is a mechanical and chemical method for processing bamboo stalks:

• Mechanical method Is the production of the original fiber. Such fibers are produced by actively acting on fibers without various chemical constituents. This is a very difficult, time-consuming and very expensive process. The fabrics made from this bamboo are completely environmentally friendly.
• Chemical method - production of sticky bamboo fiber. The raw material for such a fiber other than fur. processing is also subjected to chemical influence. At the end of chemical processing, threads and fabrics are harmless to health, which is not surprising, because reagents are constantly used in the processing of natural fibers such as wool and cotton.

The new bamboo sleeping item you choose may have 1 of 3 degrees of warmth, which usually depends on the season of the year. when to use them:

• Summer bamboo blanket. It is often simply called lightweight or even lightweight. The standard density of the inner material of such a product is 200 g / m2. The lightweight, weightless blanket is the most sought-after model in the line of modern bamboo products. Smooth threads make the accessory perfectly breathable, they also guarantee its lightness, this blanket will allow you to enjoy the comfort and special softness during your sleep.

• Winter (warm) blanket made of plant threads, it is about 2 times larger and more luxuriant than any summer model. The density of the material is up to 300 g / m2, but it can be much higher, depending on the taste preferences of the buyer. The higher the density, the warmer the product itself will be. But it must be remembered that an increase in the density of the inner material will immediately increase the weight of the product itself. Winter blankets are distinguished by the fact that under them you can warm your body much faster and not sweat, as is often the case with conventional wadded options. Bamboo threads are lightweight, well-ventilated and cool.Due to the huge amount of air between its threads, this blanket will maintain an excellent microclimate of the human body during sleep and also keep it warm even at very low temperatures in the room.

• All season blanket - this is an average option between summer and warm products. It has the same amount of plant-based inner material as the winter quilt, but is decorated with frequent stitching, which allows the filler to sit much tighter inside the blanket and then it becomes less airy. Closely adjoining one to one fibers in this case contain much less air than in a standard blanket. By the way, this is why a blanket for all seasons of the year is not as expectedly warm as a product for the winter season.

The most common model of a bamboo original blanket is the processed plant itself inside the product, that is, it is part of the inner filler. Usually it is not one hundred percent made of plant filaments, and also includes certain artificial components. And this is a completely objective necessity, since the fiber of the plant itself does not have the necessary springiness to give pomp and volume to the blanket.

But the more magnificent the product is, the warmer it will be, and the better it will pass the necessary air for ventilation. The special characteristics of artificial fibers significantly enhance the properties of bamboo bedding. The cost of a blanket in this case can be significant depending on the amount of synthetics and plant fibers: the larger the plant, the higher the price level.

A large amount of bamboo makes the product pleasant to the touch, and most importantly, this plant material helps the product to convey the antibacterial characteristics necessary for the user's health.

Bamboo threads are sometimes located not only inside the product itself, but can also be included in its component cover. Plant tissue, when touched, is like a mixture of cotton and silk. It is thinner to the touch, but at the same time quite strong, surprisingly smooth. The main advantages of the bamboo cover are that it will not lead to an allergic reaction, it will help the quickest healing of wounds on the surface of the skin.

But in addition to plant fiber, such a blanket often includes other components.

Usually, good bamboo bedding is sold in a cotton cover, because this material adheres nicely to the body, does not irritate the skin, and the fabric holds the filler well. The silk fabric of the bamboo blanket cover is an excellent antiseptic, silk perfectly absorbs and evaporates moisture, lasts more than 10 years with proper care. A polyester blanket cover is also very popular - this material will not lead to allergies, is not afraid of the invasion of all kinds of parasites, does not require expensive and careful care, does not absorb various aromas, serves for a long time and reliably, is inexpensive.

The filler is of great importance for the quality of the selected bamboo blanket. What are the most popular types of filler for these types of blankets:

1. Bamboo microfiber... A product made from such a successful combination of these fibers will allow any layman to have a great rest.After all, its composition is environmentally friendly bamboo and high-quality microfiber, which has the property of increased moisture absorption, quick drying, softness and fluffiness, low weight and volume.
2. Charcoal bamboo. Bamboo carbon fiber is actively used today as a natural filler in various products. This material absorbs moisture almost instantly, quickly eliminates unpleasant odors, and is suitable for those people who suffer from allergies and asthma. This filler produces negative ions that work well on the skin and improve mood, relieve daytime fatigue and body tension, and also relieve sleep problems.
3. Eco-friendly bamboo. This filler is of high quality, because it does not roll even after long use, it is almost weightless. The natural fibers contained in it have a beneficial effect on sleep and well-being.
4. Linen bamboo. In the production of bamboo flax, no chemicals are used at all. The bamboo linen filler is 100% natural and environmentally friendly. It is antibacterial, elastic, "breathes" and absorbs moisture with high quality.

Considering the fact that the original bamboo blanket must be tucked into the duvet cover to increase its service life, for many consumers the color of its cover is not so important. At the same time, many shops offer their customers a choice of the most original and classic colors of bamboo blankets for both adults and children. You can always get a white blanket or a product in a neutral beige or cream color. But still, green products can be found much more often in the product catalog. Thus, manufacturers emphasize the environmental friendliness of their products and their direct relation to natural quality materials.

Usually the size of the blanket should be related either to the width of the bed for which it is selected, or to the size of the existing bedding so as not to purchase a new one. A regular blanket comes in the following sizes:

Single or 1.5 sleeping product:

1. The usual width is 140-160 cm;
2. 140 and 145 cm - domestic standard;
3. 155 cm - Euro-width of the blanket;
4. The most common size is 140x205 cm;
5. Europarameters - 200x210, 200x220 cm.

Double blanket:

1. The usual width is 172-220 cm.
2. The most common size is 172x205 cm.

The usual size of a baby blanket is 110x140 cm, or 100x150 cm.

Currently, the production of quality bedding from plant fibers is engaged in a large number of well-known sewing companies in Russia:

• OL-Tex Is a well-known brand that has been producing high quality bedding for more than 10 years. Its range of products is constantly expanding, its products are safe for life and health, and comply with international quality standards.
• Trade company "Ecotex" has been a recognized Russian textile manufacturer for over 15 years. Ecotex bedding meets the modern lifestyle of consumers.
• AlViTek - a domestic manufacturer with a 20-year history of existence. Produces and wholesalers high quality bamboo fiber blankets.
• Trade company "Elf" has long been known not only to Russian consumers, but also to foreign buyers due to the high quality of bedding products made from natural materials.
• Textile company Dargez is a leading Russian manufacturer of home textile products.Every month, the renewed assortment of the company has a thousand names of all kinds of products for sleep and relaxation in different price categories.
• Trademark IVVA offers customers the latest collections of bedding made with modern equipment from European and Asian manufacturers.
• "SN-Textile" is one of the most well-known companies in the bedding market and offers customers quality blankets, mattresses and pillows with 27 types of materials for every taste.

Also, products that contain raw materials from a bamboo plant are produced in China and Turkey, quality blankets are produced in Japan and Germany. In order not to buy a fake, you need to carefully consider how much the product you choose costs.

When choosing a new blanket, you need to take into account all the criteria: its size, the density of the inner material from which the cover is made, the age of the person for whom this blanket is intended. It is best to buy goods from well-known manufacturers of this type of product, which will help to avoid the purchase of fakes.

First of all, you need to pay attention to the following criteria:

1. Features of tailoring (how well the filler is distributed in the product). You can also always opt for a quilt or cassette duvet.
2. Cover material. It is best to opt for natural fabrics such as satin, jacquard. The fabric should "breathe", be as strong as possible, and also keep the filler tightly in the case.
3. The label must contain information about the intricacies of the blanket care, the composition of the product. If the label contains the word NOMITE, then you have chosen a product with an original natural filling.
4. The smell can only be natural, without unpleasant chemical fragrances.
5. The quality of the tailoring of the product. A quality bamboo blanket will never have threads sticking out or filler coming out.
6. The information on the tag sewn into the blanket itself and the information on the label on the outside of the product must be identical.

In order for the bamboo blanket to serve you as long as possible, you need to take good care of it from the very first days of operation. Usually, information on how to wash a bamboo product is on the label. Instructions for washing bamboo products:

• hand wash and machine wash are allowed, but the water temperature should be no more than 400C, and the mode for machine wash should be as "gentle" as possible;
• it is best to use a special liquid powder;
• spinning should be no more than 600 revolutions;

• drying only in a horizontal plane, completely excluding direct sunlight on the product;
• you can store bamboo sleeping accessories only in the form of a roller, sometimes unwinding and shaking well;
• dry cleaning and bleaching agents for bamboo are completely contraindicated. Bamboo blankets should not be ironed, as an iron that is too hot will completely "smoothen" the pores on the threads, and the fabric will irrevocably lose its unique properties;
• store products made from bamboo threads only in a dry, often ventilated area. Do not wrap bamboo blankets in polyethylene for a long time.

For an overview and properties of a bamboo blanket, see the next video.