Home Textiles
More to discover ↗Pillowcases and pillow shams can fit similar pillows, but they serve different purposes. Learn how to compare their sizes and closures, choose fabrics, and arrange and care for both on a comfortable bed.
Read article · 5 min↗A duvet, comforter and quilt can all make a bed feel inviting, but they differ in construction, how they’re used and how they’re cared for. This guide explains what to look for when choosing a top layer for your bed.
Read article · 4 min↗A duvet cover should suit the insert’s actual dimensions as well as its loft. Learn how to measure both pieces, allow for fabric shrinkage, and choose a fit that feels comfortable without bunching or empty corners.
Read article · 4 min↗A fitted sheet can have the right width and length yet still slip off the bed. Learn how to measure the full mattress setup, interpret pocket-depth labels and check whether a sheet is likely to stay put.
Read article · 4 min↗Percale and sateen describe two ways of weaving fabric, not two grades of quality. Learn how their texture, appearance and care needs differ so you can choose sheets that suit your bed and your preferences.
Read article · 3 min↗Thread count can help you understand how a sheet is woven, but it cannot tell you on its own whether the fabric will feel soft, sleep cool or last well. Here’s how to read the number alongside fiber, weave and care information.
Read article · 4 min↗GSM tells you how much a square metre of fabric weighs, but it cannot tell you everything about how that fabric will feel or perform. Learn how to use it alongside weave, fibre, construction and care needs when choosing curtains, bedding, towels and upholstery.
Read article · 4 min↗A fabric’s weave helps shape how it feels, drapes and stands up to use. Learn to recognize plain weave, twill and satin weave, and choose between them for curtains, cushions and other home textiles.
Read article · 4 min↗A fabric’s construction affects how it stretches, drapes, wears and responds to care. Learn how to recognize woven, knitted and nonwoven textiles, where each appears at home, and what to check before buying or cleaning.
Read article · 4 min↗Cotton, linen, wool and silk feel different from polyester, nylon and acrylic, but fiber content is only part of the story. Learn how to compare comfort, durability and care needs when choosing textiles for everyday rooms.
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