Blanket sizes

Nothing contributes to a normal life more than a sufficient amount of warmth, and in any aspect: during sleep and rest, at home and in human relationships. Blankets in this regard play an important role. A properly chosen blanket will warm you on a cold night or just on frosty days. It will come in handy at a picnic, at home gatherings, at meetings with school friends.

The size of the blanket is equally important. In this article, you can find out about which blankets are presented today by Russian and foreign manufacturers, what the size range of these models is and what nuances should be taken into account when choosing and buying them.

Surprisingly, even such a simple thing as a blanket is divided into a number of species and subspecies. They depend on many factors: manufacturer, size, functionality, material of manufacture, etc. To begin with, the buyer must decide on how many people the blanket should be designed for.

Those models, which will be discussed below, are the most common, and the rest are considered non-standard. Information will be provided for each type. It should be noted that the mentioned models are not unique quality standards. If you wish, you can find several excellent copies of the same type of blanket. The main thing is to rely on the parameters.

Standard blankets are divided into two types: one- or one-and-a-half and double.

First you need to consider single or one-and-a-half blankets... Such copies are designed for one person. If a person lives alone or he wants each family member to have a separate blanket, he should pay attention to this option.

The most common one and a half bed blanket is a model measuring 140x205 cm - a classic type of blanket that was adopted in everyday life in Soviet life. For small and narrow beds - just right, since such a blanket will not touch the floor.

One of the most popular and sold options is the Ecocomfort model from the Podushkino TM.

Double blankets, as the name implies, are intended for a couple of people.

They are divided into several types of sizes:

• 200x220 cm - is considered the most versatile and comfortable option. One of the key criteria is that this blanket is convenient for choosing bedding; an excellent model in this size is the TekStyle cashmere blanket.
• 200x200 cm - a blanket in the shape of a square. Alas, such specimens are not so common on Russian territory. Typically, they can be purchased in Eastern European countries such as Germany, France and Italy; however, there are also domestic samples, which are produced by TM "IvSheyStandard", from the city of Ivanovo.
• 195x215 cm - not the most comfortable sample, as a result of which it is not as widely popular in Europe as a square blanket, and it is not so easy to find it. In the Sofia de Marko catalog, you can order a silk and cotton blanket with similar parameters.
• 172x205 cm - this type is perfectly familiar to a person who lived in Soviet times, it is not without reason that this blanket was called “Soviet”; it was also widespread in the UK, which is why the same blanket is also called "English". Similar samples are produced by the company "Yaroslav Ivanovo" from 100% cotton.
• 150x220 cm - “family” blankets of such parameters are in some cases produced by La Pastel in the territory of the Russian Federation.The model guarantees an optimal balance between temperature and humidity, which is important for health; it can be used for a whole year. The model is made of artificial silk.

Euro size beds are for adults. Blankets from this category are presented in several versions:

• 155x215 cm - the most common type of one-and-a-half blanket, referred to as "Euro-size". One of its advantages is that it is very convenient for choosing bed linen. The Agro-Don company produces such blankets under the name Aphrodite with gray Siberian goose down.
• 200x220 cm - this European standard is designed for two people to sleep. A couple does not need to worry about comfort and warmth: a duvet of the appropriate size will be enough for them. You can buy such copies in the aforementioned TM "IvSheyStandard".
• 220x240 cm - if the buyer has a bed that is luxurious in size, the width of which is more than 180 cm, this copy was created for him (especially if this person himself has large dimensions). Such blankets are called “king size” or euro maxi: these definitions fully characterize the price and troubles associated with this blanket, since buying a euro maxi requires a fairly serious amount of money, and often there are problems with the selection of the right bed linen. The Chinese company Silk Place offers a wide range of such blankets.

• 100x135 cm - the blanket is intended for children under 3 years old. It is recommended to pay attention to the domestic production of the blanket Dream Time - it is filled with synthetic fiber from swan down. The risk of insects appearing in it is excluded, therefore it is also recommended for people with allergies. The model is unusually lightweight, pleasant to the touch and durable.
• 100x140 cm - like the previous copy, it is intended for babies up to 3 years old. The most striking representative of the size range - a sample of the Russian production "OTK", combines cotton fiber and high quality merino wool. Blanket; perfectly absorbs moisture.
• 90x90 cm - this option is ideal for cradle and stroller. For these needs, the blanket is used for about six months. One of the exemplary models of such a blanket is a Russian-made Makkaroni Kids plaid in gray colors, its material is natural cotton jersey, jewelry is rhinestones and delicate lace.
• 100x150 cm - it is recommended to buy a cotton blanket for children "Tender Angel", produced by the Russian organization "Naturess", a filler made of natural cotton. Suitable for all seasons, the upper consists of satin and jacquard weave. Also suitable for allergy sufferers.

• 110x140 cm - the most standard blanket designed for children. It is recommended to purchase a bamboo blanket, which is produced by TM "Light Dreams" (factory "Agro-Don" from the Rostov region), it is wear-resistant and antibacterial, made of ecological fiber, 100% cotton and satin.
• 120x140 cm - a sample in the shape of a square, suitable for newborn babies. A sample of sheep wool from the Constellation Lotos trademark is recommended for purchase.
• 142x210 cm - the smallest option, suitable in size for a teenager. One of the brightest examples is a blanket of the Ukrainian garment factory Viva made of synthetic fiber - ecofiber.
• 145x210 cm - minimal options suitable for a teenager. We recommend products made of Hungarian cashmere down, you can order them at the Hellene loom studio of curtains and textiles.

Non-standard blankets are not included in the specified categories of standards, for them there is a separate gradation:

• 140x160 cm - for example, the Giovanni Comforter blanket for preschoolers, suitable for 160x180 beds. It is versatile and suitable for all seasons, made of 100% cotton, filled with hypoallergenic holofiber. Manufactured in the UK.
• 160x220 cm - the Chinese manufacturer Asabella creates lightweight quilted one-and-a-half quilts, the material of its cover is eucalyptus satin (tensel) - a strong fabric with a twisted thread in the form of a diagonal. Such a blanket is quite soft and skin-friendly, and is easy to clean.
• 150x210 cm - The Tempur-Fit Light blanket with non-standard parameters is made in Denmark, has an excellent thermoregulation function, its temperature adjusts to the temperature of a sleeping person, which ensures a comfortable and comfortable sleep even during the heat.

Moreover, it is worth noting that non-standard samples are not separated from other types, but are included in all of the above.

A few simple tips:

• Before you go shopping for a blanket, you first need to figure out the dimensions of your bed and duvet cover. It will be very disappointing if, after spending time and money on a huge blanket, it turns out to be too big for a cover. Of course, there is no question of any comfort in this case. A married couple should think about purchasing a family or euro set and matching duvet cover and pillowcase.
• In the early years of this century, a special GOST came out, which regulated the size of bedding accessories. In particular, they were classified into European, children's, one and a half sleeping and other types, which are described in the previous sections of this article. The buyer should take note that the dimensions indicated on the packaging are presented in two forms: European (indicated in letters) and Russian (marked in centimeters).

• You should definitely pay attention to what exactly this or that blanket is filled with. The weight of the blanket directly depends on what its dimensions are and what it is filled with.
• It doesn't matter what kind of padding the buyer might like. It is much more important that the blanket maintains the temperature of the sleeping person's body. Bamboo and eucalyptus fibers are versatile fillers that can warm in cold winters and cool in hot summers. But there are many people who, by habit, acquire two sets - for winter and summer.

With the knowledge of what size standards blankets have, it will not be difficult to find the right bedding.

If you have doubts about what kind of material the blanket is made of, you should carefully study the label. There, as a rule, everything related to this model is described in detail: dimensions, composition, manufacturer, rules for care.

However, if a consumer is not sure how to properly wash a particular linen, a paid dry cleaner is always ready to provide him with this service. Or it is worth purchasing a synthetic blanket, which can be washed very rarely, at least once a year (preferably in a gentle mode, so as not to accidentally damage the product).

It is worth mentioning the features of the choice of children's and family copies. When buying a model for a crib, it is recommended to take into account that babies have a habit of throwing off the blanket. It is worth taking a copy "with a margin" to tuck the blanket under the mattress. Samples with Velcro and laces will also work.

And if the buyer buys a quilt and a half, he can safely supplement it with "family sets".They imply the presence of a pair of duvet covers and wide sheets.

Any duvet won't be complete if it doesn't have a duvet cover. A few basic guidelines for choosing:

• When buying bedding, you should choose a duvet cover, which in all respects would be larger than the blanket itself, by about 5-10 cm. It is more difficult if the buyer owns a sleeping bed of non-standard sizes. You won't be able to buy bed linen that is suitable in size for such a bed in a regular store. You will have to use the services of an atelier or private craftswomen, who will make individual tailoring of bedding for any size.
• The actual width of the duvet cover may not match what the manufacturer described it. To avoid this problem, it is recommended to independently measure the parameters of bedding directly in the store.

• There are situations when linen can change over time, become smaller. Such cases are possible, for example, when a person washes a duvet cover in water with a temperature of 60 degrees, while the prescribed regime implies washing at 30 or 40 degrees. Therefore, purchasing a replacement kit is never a waste of money. But if you buy quality lingerie, you shouldn't worry about it. The shrinkage allowance is provided by the manufacturer himself.

• A quality duvet cover can prevent dust, dirt or puffs from accumulating. In addition to its practical function, this bedding can also serve as a pleasant decoration for the bedroom. The appearance of duvet covers can vary - it can serve as a bright accent or be made in restrained, calm colors, be monochromatic or variegated - it all depends on the designer's imagination, the interior of the room and the taste of the owner.

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