The manufacturers didn’t have to write anything about the beautiful Pike Street Fall Garden Quilted Bedspread qulited bedspread their customers have given it a resounding 5 stars for elegant styling, the fact that it is made from easy to care for 100% cotton and they are amazed that the size.

I have brought quilts in the past that are supposedly made for a king sized bed only to find that the quilt doesn’t reach to the floor. And of course this means buying the coordinating bed ruffle to hide the dust under the bed (kidding).

Well the Pike st fall garden quilted bedspread does what it says, it is oversized and it drapes neatly to the floor in whichever bed size you buy it for.  So you don’t need to buy the next size up to make sure the bed is covered, the queen size will adequately drape to the floor on a queen sized bed, you won’t need to get the king sized bedspread.

You can buy this beautiful bedspread at Amazon.com

If you’re looking around for furniture and considering a  buying a daybed you might be overwhelmed. There are as many choices out there as there are ways to decorate a room.

Here is a guide to daybed bedding to help you make a choice:

A daybed is nothing more than a really functional couch. You can use it as an extra bed or as a living room accent piece. Some daybeds even pull out to turn into a larger bed. If space is limited in your home a daybed can help make a room more functional; a daybed turns a living room into a bedroom!

There are a lot of options for the actually bedding part of the daybed. A good option is to use decorative throw pillows as a backrest. Of course there are daybeds that have a built in padded back piece too. Even a back piece is optional.

There are  daybeds  that  have a small arm chair sort of back rest, othere have a full blown couch look, and there are even ones that look just  like a swanky psychologist’s couch with a gentle S curve.

For functional daybeds you can use a twin mattress and then cover it with a tight fitted sheet to match any décor.

Style wise they can be made with any sort of framework. From minimalist utilitarian steel tubing to a funky contemporary design, to a rustic rough-hewn wood there is a style frame for any decor.

There are plenty of other options available. You can go with a futon, sleeper sofa or a purely decorative upholstered daybed.

What it all boils down to is what looks best in your home.

Do you need functionality or just an extra couch?

Whatever the reason, a day bed can help liven up any home while giving you the functional aspect of having an extra bed on hand.

Once you have decided on the style of daybed that suits your home, you will find lots of daybed bedding available with which to dress it up and complete a totally coordinated look.

All you need to do is grab a coffee and tak the time to  browse online  for what works just right for you and your decor.

The Ralph Lauren Extra Firm ”Logo” pillow is recommended by consumers for those who want style and class combined with comfort and practicality. The stitching on each pillow is reported by users to be high quality, and the Ralph Lauren logo is displayed in a khaki color. A 100% cotton shell surrounding polyester fiberfill makes this pillow machine washable.

Most people buying this product were looking for an extra firm pillow and usually had trouble finding one. These consumers were very pleased when they found the advertising to be correct, and the pillows really were extra firm. They reported that finding this Ralph Lauren pillow put an end to their frustrating pillow searches.

One person stated she found it a quality extra firm pillow and a great buy. Another said he used to suffer from neck pain, and with this pillow, he can sleep with no discomfort. Still others found the extra firm pillows were harder than they wanted and did not find them comfortable.

While most people who used this product wanted the extra firmness in their pillows, some may have benefited from trying a different firmness level, such as the medium or regular pillows. All who specifically were shopping for an extra firm pillow, however,  seemed to find this one quite comfortable.

Most found the pillows held up well with regular use. They did not pack down or become lumpy, and they were not overly fluffy. One person did have a problem with her pillows becoming shapeless after several months of use.

Even with repeated use over time, most who used this pillow found it was worth keeping. The jumbo size negated the need for additional pillows and made the $20 price tag well worth it. A solid five star rating for this product

There are a easy ways to figure out how to use lighting effectively in your bedroom. You have a couple of different choices – overhead lights, table lights and floor lamps. Each piece can offer a different lighting option to tie together any bedroom décor.

Overhead lights: these are the most common standard bedroom fixtures. You can go as elaborate as your budget desires. A good option is to choose multi bulb fixtures. Using multi bulb fixtures offers two benefits. First off when a bulb burns out you aren’t left sitting in the dark until you get a chance to replace it. Second they let you shed more light on the entire room. For added ambience install a dimmer switch on the lights.

Table lights: Table lights work great on a nightstand. If you like to read in bed at night you will need a lamp with an adjustable neck. Once you have the table lamp you need a bulb for it. For reading try going with a bulb that has a more natural light similar to sunlight. It’s a bit more costly but will be much easier on your eyes.

Floor lamps: Floor lamps can help shed light into dark corners of any room. For subdued lighting use a lamp that has an upward facing shade. This will allow light to spill out indirectly and eliminate any glare. The other option is to go with a directed beam floor lamp that you can use to accentuate a piece of art or even provide extra lighting for a dressing table.

Overhead, table and floor lamps are your three basic choices when choosing how to effectively light your bedroom.  They’re available in any shape style and design to fit your own personal tastes. Choosing the right lighting combination will bring extra warmth and beauty into the bedroom suite.

A mirror can add the illusion of size to any small room. The reflections give a perception of depth that can counter any oddly built or just plain tiny room. So, how do you use mirrors effectively in the bedroom?  Here are a few tips and tricks to using mirrors effectively accomplish this task.

The first place to put a mirror is over a dresser or chest of drawers.  It’s a natural placement point. You’ll be able to check out any outfits you’re trying on without having to jog back and forth between the bathroom and the dresser.

Another great place for a mirror is above the headboard of your bed.  By adding a mirror above the bed you can make the wall look like it’s further away. This can help conceal the bed’s actual size.

The final idea is a bit more involved.

If you have sliding or folding door closets why not install a mirrored door. The job is pretty painless and a full-length mirror adds a whole new look to the bedroom.

All you have to do is figure out the size of the door you need and purchase one to that

Pull the old door out of the frame and pop the new one in place.

Screw in a new doorknob.

Just adjust the screws up so it slides open and closed easily and that’s all there is to it.  Not only do you have an attractive new door but a full-length mirror to check before you walk out the door and to that next event.

Using mirrors effectively in the bedroom is pretty simple. Any wall makes a good spot. Just find a stud, hammer a nail into place and you have a great new look in the bedroom.  For a few bucks more you can even have a new closet door, making your room look larger and better lit.

You probably spend more time in your bedroom than any other room in your home. Since a third of your life can be spent in the bedroom it’s a good idea to figure out how to Feng Shui this space.

The first thing you’ll want to do is place the bed as far away from doors and windows as you can.  Also be sure to keep the bed out of line from a window-door connection. You don’t want the bed interrupting the chi flow between the window and door and sucking out your chi.

If your bedroom has an attached bath then make sure the door between the bed and bathroom is always closed when you’re sleeping. This keeps chi from flowing out through the drainpipes.

Another thing to consider with the bed is the importance of a headboard. The more sturdy a head board you have the more it will hold the chi up next to your head. Likewise it’s important not to have a footboard that could block the flow of chi.

Still focusing on the bed it’s important to have a neat clutter free area beneath it. You want the elements to be able to flow. You don’t want to impede and cut the flow of chi around the bed.

If you have nightstands and dressers in the bedroom then you’ll want ones that have rounded corners. This lets chi flow around it. Sharp edges can cut chi rendering it ineffective. If you share your bedroom with a partner be sure to balance the furniture out with the number of people in the bedroom.

Finally you want to limit the use of mirrors in the bedroom. You don’t want anything that can reflect your image while you’re sleeping. Instead look to place mirrors near a dressing area away from the bed.

Nothing beats goose down for warmth.   There are all sorts of comforter options out there from poly fill to feather. But nothing beats the cold like goose down.

Cold winter nights call for warmth and the Royal Velvet Grandeur 370-Thread-Count Hungarian White Goose Down Comforter delivers.

The Royal Velvet Grandeur 370-Thread-Count Hungarian White Goose Down Comforter is a quality piece of bedding. Here are just a few of the features:

• It measures 88 inches by 88 inches so it will fit perfectly in a duvet.

• It has baffles sewn through out the comforter so that you don’t have to worry about all the down filling piling up at one end.

• 370 thread count for quality means that the comforter has a really tight weave. You won’t have to worry about feathers poking out of the comforter and worse poking you or leaving little feathers around the room.

• The entire comforter is treated with an anti-microbial. You won’t have to worry about germs growing in it and starting to stink up the bedroom.

What We Like:

• Let’s face it nothing beats the feel of goose down; no other filling is more warm or comfortable for sleeping. It’s soft fluffy and cozy all at once. Of course with goose down it means the unit will need the occasional trip to the dry cleaners to keep it in perfect condition.

• The price of the Royal Velvet Grandeur 370-Thread-Count Hungarian White Goose Down Comforter can’t be beat. You get a lot of quality out of this comforter for a really great price.  It has so many high end features that you just won’t find in other similarly priced comforters.

• It’s the added touches that make this comforter such a great buy. The anti-microbial coating, the high thread count, and the stitched in baffling, they all come together to make a great piece of bedding.

Fleece blankets are a great choice to keep you warm on a cold evening. They’re versatile soft and durable.  One of the great things about using a fleece blanket is you can keep the thermostat set at a lower temperature saving on heating costs.

Martex Super Soft Fleece Blankets are a great choice for the home.

They’re made from manmade material, polyester, so you get a great warm blanket that’s lightweight and easily stored once the temperature warms up.

These fleece blankets work great as a couch throw or a lightweight bedspread.

The Martex  Fleece Blankets are super smooth and soft against the skin. They feel great to just curl up in for an evening on the sofa reading a book.

These fleece blankets come in the standard sizes, from twin to king. You can find a blanket to fit any need from a kid’s room to the master bedroom. They come in multiple colors too, so matching them to a bedroom or living room décor theme is no challenge at all.

Unlike big bulky feather comforters that you have to take in to be dry-cleaned these fleece blankets can just be tossed into the washing machine and then into the dryer. They’re durable and can stand up to every day washing.

What We Like:

• You get a lot of blanket at a low price. The Martex fleece blanket is an affordable bedding option. At this price you can afford to buy a few of them for use throughout the house.

• The blankets are super warm for their weight. Since the blankets are made from polyester and not a natural material such as wool or cotton they trap and retain much more body heat.

• We really like the versatility of the product line. Way too often we find a product that we like but it isn’t available in the color or size we want.  With the basic color themes and standard bedding sizes there’s no issue with matching it up to a bed or décor.