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Your Guide to Information on: Pillows Duvets Towels & Sheets

What’s inside your pillow? So many fillings to choose from: Fiber, Foam, Down, Buckwheat, Wool, Feather....

Are you looking for a particular fill for your pillow? Are you allergic to feather or foam and are looking for a specific all natural fill? Wool Fill pillows have become very popular as a hypoallergenic solution. The natural fill of this kind of pillow has some advantages over conventional fiberfill, foam, or feather fill.

Can you remember the last time you changed your pillows? If you can't, now is the time to buy some new ones. Some people think they can get away with using the same pillow for 10 years, but in reality a pillow should be changed every couple of years. To ensure the best night's sleep possible, you should change your pillow every 1-2 years because pillows lose their shape and comfort, and the fabric and stuffing absorbs our body oils, shedding skin and strands of hair. In fact, there could be a miniature ecosystem at work inside your pillows. The older your pillow, the more advanced the ecosystem.

Natural Pillows Down Fill: •Soft support (also available in medium & firm) •Ideal for Stomach Sleepers •Pliable and can be shaped to cradle the head, •Filled with white goose or duck down and may also contain up to 10% feather content, •Life Span: 3-4 years Feather Fill: •Medium-Firm support •Ideal for side sleepers with some back sleeping, •Filled with white goose or duck feathers and may also contain up to 10% down content, •Life Span: 2-3 years Down with Feather Core: •Firm support •Ideal for side sleepers with some back sleeping, •Contains a central chamber of feathers for support, surrounded by down for softness and comfort next to the face, •Life Span: 3 years

Wool Fill: •Firm Support (fill can be removed to create medium or soft support) •Unique moisture control properties maintain a comfortable sleeping temperature •Life Span: 3 years •Hypoallergenic Buckwheat: •Firm support •Excellent support, ideal for side and back sleepers since you can remove hulls to adjust the support level, •Provides natural air circulation to maintain a comfortable sleeping temperature, •Life Span: 2 years •Hypoallergenic

Synthetic Pillows Memory Foam Pillows: •Medium to firm support •Often feature a contour shape making them ideal for side sleepers with some back sleeping •Memory foam contours to the shape of your neck and head for support, and will adjust to your body weight and body temperature •Guaranteed to never lose its initial shape •Life Span: 3-5 years •Hypoallergenic Latex Foam Pillows: •Firm support •Ideal for side sleepers with some back sleeping, •Latex foam contours to the shape of your neck and head for support •Man made material, very durable and long lasting •Anti-microbial and resistant to dust mites •Life Span: 3-5 years •Hypoallergenic

Synthetic Fiber Fill: •Often available in soft, medium, and firm depend ing on the type of fill (chopped or rolled fiber) •Ideal for all sleeper types depending on the firmness and density selected, •Chopped fiber fill is softer and mimics the feel of a natural down pillow.

•Rolled fiber is when the fibers are rolled like a jelly roll making them hollow and plump. The varying sizes of the rolls create the different pillow densities (example:Down Alternative Pillow) •Polyester fiber fill has more weight, and tends to bounce back easily when compressed.

•Life Span: 1-2 years •Hypoallergenic

Don't consider the pillow's price until after you've chosen your pillow, and don't be afraid to pay to get the pillow that best fits you. Since your quality of sleep affects everything you do the rest of the day, a good pillow is a sound investment.

Microfiber Gel Fill: •Soft to medium support •Ideal for stomach sleepers with some back sleeping •Synthetic gel-like fiber designed to imitate the texture, thermal qualities and loft of natural down, •Up to half the price of a quality down pillow with all of the comfort included, •Pliable and can be shaped to cradle the head, •Life Span: 2 years •Hypoallergenic

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Which duvet is right for you?

Below is a handy reference guide showing duvet features & benefits to help you choose the duvet that’s right for you!

Down Duvets •Available in a variety of *fill powers & weights •Cradles you in comfort and warmth with the right amount of fill •Baffle box construction prevents the fill from shifting, allowing an even distribution of fill throughout •Sturdy 100% cotton, down proof covers, keeps the fill inside where it belongs •Light weight & fluffy Feather Duvets •All natural fill, 95% feather and 5% down for loft •100% cotton cover •Heavy weight and warm •Ideal for colder climates •Fill is washed repeatedly to remove oils and potential allergens •Affordable pricing *Fill power is a measure of the loft or "fluffiness" of down products and is loosely related to the insulating value of the down.

The higher the fill power the more insulating air pockets the down has, providing better insulation.

This makes for a lighter duvet by weight.

Silk Filled Duvets •Non-allergenic •Highly prized in the world as the finest natural fiber •Silk fibers resist dirt,mildew, dust mites and odors •Ideal for year round comfort •Silk fibers are lightweight, durable and will last for years to come •Super soft to the touch, great for sensitive skin Wool Duvets •Non-allergenic •New Zealand Wool •100% unbleached cotton cover enhances breathability •Draws moisture away from your body, keeping a layer of insulating dry air next to your skin.

•Wool maintains an even body temperature, helping you sleep better.

•Absorbs up to 30% of its weight in moisture, keeping you dry for a restful night of sleep.

•Scientifically proven to reduce heart rate and blood pressure by reducing humidity.

Synthetic Duvets •Non-allergenic •Machine Washable •Resilient & Light Weight •An affordable priced alternative to natural fill duvets

Remember to always use a duvet cover to protect your duvet.

This will prolong its life and keep it clean and fresh!

Some Expert Advice: Duvet clips are a great way to prevent your duvet from shifting!

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Egyptian Cotton These towels are generally 100% Egyptian cotton (long staple fiber making them exceptionally soft, luxurious and highly durable.

Microfiber Microfiber towels are growing more popular, and it's easy to understand why. Not only are they attractive and available in a wide variety of sizes and styles, but they function well because they are very absorbent. You are not limited to using microfiber towels for taking baths. Consider using your microfiber towels throughout your home to get the most value out of them.

Rayon from Bamboo / Cotton Blend Recently introduced in 2009, this cotton blend has natural antibacterial, hypo-allergenic and thermal regulating properties.

This unique blend of properties can be up to three times more absorbent than 100% cotton. Natural Bamboo is grown without the use of pesticides, herbicides or fertilizers making it popular among the "eco-friendly."

Towel Care: Machine wash your towels in warm or cold water Wash towels separately. Do not wash with sheets as this will cause the sheets to pill All towels do not perform well if fabric softener/sheets are used. These softeners sit on top of the fiber supersaturating it, minimizing its absorption The more you wash your towels, the softer they become'

Towel Sizes: Towel sizes may vary slightly from different manufacturers, the sizes outlined below are a general guideline.

Bath Sheet 35" x 60" Oversize 30" x 58" Bath Towel 24" x 46" (average size) Tub Mat 22" x 34" Hand Towel 16" x 30" Wash Towel 13" x 13" Tip Towel 11" x 18"

The more you wash your towels, the softer they become!

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We spend a great deal of time in our bedrooms considering that the average person can spend approximately 1/3 of their life sleeping. Your sheets are the last thing you feel before you fall asleep, and the first thing you feel when you wake up and should be considered just as important as picking out your mattress.

There is a wide range of fabrics to choose from,100% cotton, polyester/cotton blends, 100% polyester and 100% Egyptian cotton. There is an even bigger range in prices. Sheets come in a variety of styles, sizes, mattress depths and colours.

Thread count is the number of threads per square inch of fabric. This includes the weave or the count of horizontal and vertical threads. The higher the thread count, the softer the sheet.

TYPES OF FABRIC: Click on fabric type for more information.

Egyptian Cotton Organic Cotton Wrinkle Free Cotton Rayon from Bamboo & Cotton Sateen Flannel Jersey Knit Comfort Fleece Micro Fleece Coral Fleece Satin

Comfort Fleece is a 100% polyester fibre and made to ensure softness, warmth, durability and comfort. The surface is brushed to fluff up the fibres, giving it the cozy, thick feel. Comfort Fleece by design has the property to wick away moisture from the body to ensure a comfortable night’s sleep. It is best used in the winter months.

Coral Fleece is a 100% polyester fibre that is more higher end and luxurious than Micro Fleece. It is super soft, plush, absorbs moisture and an excellent choice for year round use. Unlike Micro Fleece and Comfort Fleece, Coral Fleece flat sheets are soft on both sides.

Egyptian Cotton is the highest quality of cotton. It has an exceptionally soft and luxurious feel. Highly durable.

Flannel is a 100% cotton fabric that has been brushed hundreds of times, exposing the fibres to give its soft feel. The heavier weight flannel produces a high level of softness and durability. Flannel by nature has a high warmth factor and absorptive qualities. While at the same time it is highly breathable making this sheet ideal for year round use.

Jersey Knit is a 100% cotton fabric. It is a stretchy, knit fabric and resembles that of your average T-shirt material. It is not as cold as 100% cotton fabric and not as warm as 100% cotton flannel fabric.

Micro Fleece is a 100% polyester fibre, similar to Comfort Fleece. It is also durable but more ultra-fine, high quality and lightweight than Comfort Fleece. This fabric also wicks away moisture, dries quickly and traps heat efficiently. It is ideal for year round use, unlike Comfort Fleece that is recommended for winter months.

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Organic Cotton is 100% natural cotton. It is grown free of toxic pesticides, fertilizers or genetic engineering. As a result, it is good for those with sensitive skin. By choosing organic, you are supporting the environment and helping to reduce impact on farmers and communities.

Rayon from Bamboo & Cotton is a blend of rayon made from Bamboo plants and 100% cotton fibers. The rayon from bamboo content helps wicks away moisture and block bacterial growth. This new age material offers easy, “wash and wear” care.

Cotton Sateen is a soft, luxurious, 100% cotton fabric weave. Most of the threads are placed on the surface of the sheeting, creating a satin-like sheen. The special square weave gives it extra strength, colour fastness and durability.

Satin is a 100% polyester fibre. It is the shiniest and one of the most luxurious fabrics. Satin is cold to the touch, therefore, it's excellent for those who sleep hot. Satin must be washed in cold water briefly and put in a cool dryer to prevent static.

High grade satin wrinkles but ironing on a low setting will remove all wrinkles.

Wrinkle Free Cotton is put through a chemical process to make it resistant to wrinkles.

Cotton Rich More popular than “wrinkle free” cotton, It is a blend of cotton and ployester (usually 60/40) giving you the feel of cotton but the wrinkle resistance of polyester.

If you are having difficulty finding a speciatly sheet size, try looking in our "Open Stock Sheets" section. We carry specialty sizes in fitted sheets for mattresses in hard to find sizes.

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