Things to Consider When Furnishing a Teenagers Bedroom

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shiver-me-timbers-set-1Do you have a teenager? How about a preteen that is about to become a teenager? This is a point in their life when they will want you to make some changes to their living space.

Teens are just starting to get more and more of their individuality and personality. This means they are going to want to express it in their bedrooms.

This is also a time when a child is growing bigger and towards adulthood so many of those children’s furniture pieces they have are no longer fitting them. So, how do you furnish a teen’s bedroom?

Here are a few tips:

  • Talk to your Teen or tween – First and foremost you want to talk to the teen to make sure you know what they want. Your teen will definitely have their opinion about what is best to decorate their room with. While you may not agree with all the things they say, try to listen and see the kinds of things they like.
  • Meet in the Middle – Once you have talked to your teen, see if you can find some common ground to start furnishing their room. While you may not like all of their decorating ideas, remember, they are trying to flex their wings of individuality. If you can, let them do that, within reason, by trying to use as many of their decorating ideas as you are comfortable with.
  • Think of the Future – A final consideration is to think about the future of your teen. After high school is your teen going to go to college? They will need furniture when they move away to the dorms. If you are smart you will take the time now to choose furniture pieces for their room that will hold up over time and also be the furniture they take when them when they move out.

    

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And don’t forget to check out our website for teen bedding options to complete the look of their bedroom.

Moderno Crib Set – Black, White & Grey Crib Bedding Set

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Moderno 4pc Crib Bedding Set

If you are looking for a totally modern look for your nursery then the Moderno 4 Piece Crib Set will certainly give you that look.

Beautifully custom made from high quality fabric in the USA.

 

The Moderno crib bedding set has neutral tones of black, white and grey with apple green trims. Just think of the fun you can have with this crib bedding which can be dressed up with a variety of accessories in any shade you can think of and it will look fabulous.

Toss a few scatter pillows in bright vibrant colors such as red and yellow and this set will even accessorize nicely with colorful wall posters of Mickey Mouse or Winnie the Pooh.

The Moderno crib bedding set is washable in cold water.

This set inlcudes:

  • bumper – 1 piece zipper bumper.
  • dust ruffle
  • blanket
  • sheet

The Moderno crib set is  also available as a 3 piece set.   Prices range from $545.

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Avast Me Hearties: Cotton Tales Pirates Cove Crib Bedding Set

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Cotton Tale Designs Pirates Cove 4 Piece Crib Bedding Set


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A modern, bright crib bedding set that will look great in the nursery. 

The comforter and bumper feature a combination of bold prints appliqued with cheeky looking pirates.

The black and white fitted crib sheet is made from 100% cotton making it easy to care for as it can simply be popped into the washing machine.

The 4 piece Pirates Cove crib bedding set includes:

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  • Fitted crib sheet
  • Bumper
  • Crib skirt

And if you find yourself needing a little extra lighting in the nursery, then why not team the crib set with the cotton Tale  Pirates Cove lamp.

The red and white polka dot lamp shade matches the red and white polka dot fabric on the comforter and bedskirt.

The base features cutouts of the pirates with a palm tree.

The lamp takes a 40 watt standard bulb  and the shade clips directly onto light bulb.

Check out the range of  other Pirates Cove Accessories that coordinate beautifully with the Pirates Cove baby crib bedding set.

A Short History of Bedding

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Over the centuries our bedding evolved as civilization has advanced.

To begin with there was only the ground and rocks to sleep on.

Thousands of years ago our ancestors were more concerned with staying alive than where to rest their heads at night. They slept where they could on the ground as long as it was safe.

As civilization advanced though the ages so did our bedding as we progressed from the bare ground and animal skins to sleeping on piles of straw and roughly woven blankets.

Yet, there was still a problem of sleeping on the cold damp ground and fighting off the bugs.

As our ancestors settled into communities and developed the skills of husbandry, it wasn’t long before they were weaving blankets, stitching them together and stuffing them with wool, feathers, and straw. And Lo and Behold the first primitive mattress was created!

Once a basic mattress had been designed, the next evolution in bedding was getting off the ground. The first mattress frames were just an elevated platform. This eventually gave way to a wooden frame with ropes woven through it. It worked but the user had to constantly tighten up the ropes to keep it from sagging. It was from this crude arrangement that the saying ‘sleep tight’ originated.

Mankind finally emerged from the dark ages with the invention of wire springs and coils. Not quite what we are used to seeing today though, these coils were built into the bed frame while the mattress, remained as just a woven blanket stuffed with feathers, animal hair or straw which rested on the springs. Later in the 1900′s when mattresses began being manufactured they often had bugs in the stuffing even though they were new. If you mother has ever said to you “goodnight, don’t let the bed bugs bite’, well now you know where that saying came from.

One of the greatest advances of civilization was the invention of foam padding. This padding could be wrapped around the coils and springs to make a fully self-contained mattress that rested on another set of box springs. It truly was one of the greatest inventions in history.

Our beds are still evolving though. Thanks to technology we now have beds that are filled with water, electric fully adjustable beds, and even memory foam developed by NASA, the same people who explore the universe.

Testament to advances in bedding is the waterbed. For those who love their waterbed you may be interested to know that the very first water-filled beds were used in Persia over 3700 years ago. These waterbeds consisted of goatskins filled with water

The modern waterbed was designed by Neil Arnott and given to St Batholomews hospital by Sir James Paget, in 1873.  Long term bed ridden hospital patients often suffer from pressure ulcers and it was to treat and prevent these bed sores that Arnott desiged the waterbed. It wasn’t until after the invention of vinyl in the 1960′s those waterbeds really became popular.

We’ve come a long way from sleeping on rocks. There are hundreds of choices available. All that’s left is to for you to find the perfect bed to give you a great night’s sleep!

But even the very basic mattress beats sleeping on the hard ground.




What is Memory Foam?

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sleep-better-2-inch-visco-elastic-memory-foam-mattress-topperWhat is memory foam?

In a nutshell it’s the most comfortable sleep surface out there. You’ve probably seen the ads touting that it was developed by NASA. It’s true it was created by the same brilliant people that brought you cordless drills and freeze dried ice cream.

Memory foam is used in all sorts of products from medical equipment to bedding. But what makes memory foam so great?

Simply put, memory foam conforms around any weight that is placed on it. This means when you climb into bed at night those areas that concentrate weight such as hips and shoulders get more cushioning than they would with any other type of bedding.

Another great benefit of memory foam over other bedding is durability. With a traditional mattress the coils and springs wear out over time. Memory foam is just a solid chunk of foam. There’s nothing to wear out. With proper care you will never have to replace a memory foam mattress. When you consider how many beds you might buy in your lifetime compared to the one time cost of memory foam it comes out a bargain!

If you have trouble sleeping at night or are always waking up with a stiff neck, aches and pains then a memory foam mattress could help. Since the foam conforms to your shape you’ll stay nestled in a comfortable sleeping position all night long.

Imagine waking up refreshed every morning instead of groaning and grabbing your lower back. Sounds good doesn’t it?  Memory foam gives your body support exactly where it’s needed helping to relive any pinch points.

So what is memory foam? Simply put it’s the longest lasting most comfortable surface that you’ll ever sleep on. There’s no reason to wait around; check out a memory foam mattress and enjoy a quality night’s sleep

Review: AeroBed Premier Classic Air Mattress with Comfort Zone Coils

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aerobed-premier-classic-with-comfort-zone-coilsWhether you are the one who always has people at your house or you are always on the road traveling, one thing that is vital to have is a place to sleep.

If you’re the destination house, you don’t necessarily want to have beds sitting in every room waiting to be used, year round. And if you’re the traveller, you don’t have room to carry a regular bed with you. So what can you do?

Buy an AeroBed Premier Classic with Comfort Zone Coils which was developed to provide you with extra bedding when you need it.

The AeroBed Premier Classic with Comfort Zone Coils was created to not only be an inflatable bed option for you, but it is can  also  be adjusted to suit people with sleep issues.

With an attached pump, it is built so that you can adjust the pressure in the mattress, meaning that you can make sure that it’s strong enough to support you for a good night’s sleep.

When you need to make an adjustment, it has a Comfort Control Wand that will let you adjust the amount of inflation to get the support you want.

Additionally, the AeroBed Premier Classic with Comfort Zone Coils has been constructed to be able to be used with any of your standard sized sheets. That means you don’t need anything extra or special to make the bed and get ready to go to sleep.

What We Like

  • It’s pretty easy to adjust to various levels of inflation.
  • It comes with a soft  plush mattress cover that can be removed and washed which is very nice from a hygiene standpoint.
  • The mattress inflates and deflates in 60 seconds.
  • Includes a thick washable mattress pad for comfort.
  • When not in use, the mattress can be rolled and stored in the bag that is provided.

Other Things to consider:

  • It is really low to the ground (only about 8 inches deep) so it may be  difficult  for some people to get into.
  • If you are using it constantly it will probably need to be reinflated

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Review: Leachco Snoogle Total Body Pillow

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Are you are a mother to be and regularly finding yourself uncomfortable when you sleep?

Perhaps you toss and turn and try to get comfortable, but you feel that parts of you just aren’t supported as well as they should be. Well the Leachco Snoogle Total Body Pillow was developed to give you all the support and comfort you need at this time.

The Leachco full body pillow is a long pillow that you can put right up next to your body to offer support. It serves a number of purposes for pregnant women:

  • leachco-snoogle-total-body-pillow-3Back support
  • Belly support
  • Support helps to avoid heartburn
  • Nursing support after the baby is born

Additionally, this pillow comes with the added bonus that it can be easily cleaned. It comes with a polyester foam core and an outer pillow area that can be removed and washed to keep it clean.

What We Like

  • It’s a very firm pillow that can add a lot of support where you need it.
  • It can be twisted and adjusted to offer comfort all over.
  • It stays in place instead of constantly having to try and readjust a lot of individual pillows.

leachco-snoogle-total-body-pillowOther Things to Consider:

  • If you are not used to using very firm pillows this pillow may not be a good choice as it may take som time to get used to it.
  • It takes up a lot of the bed because of its size, so if you have a smaller bed or share a smaller bed with someone, it may not be ideal.


On the whole the Leachco Snoogle Total body pillow  is  well  liked by the majority of women who use it during their pregnancy.

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Review: Clear Bed Risers – Set of 8

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Do you love your bed, but wish it wasn’t so hard to get into. Perhaps your bed sits a little lower than you want it to. When we’re young a bed’s height doesn’t matter, but as we age, it becomes much more important that we can comfortably get in and out of the bed. That means a bed that may have been a great height just a few years ago may be a little too low now.

It can become painful getting down that low to get into bed and then trying to clamor your way out of it in the morning. But you don’t want to get rid of your bed. So, what can you do? Thankfully there are Clear Bed Risers – Set of 8 that you can purchase that will take care of the problem for you.

This set of  Clear Bed Risers – Set of 8 literally slides under the wheels on your bed frame and boost it up off the ground. If you just need a little boost (1 inch), only use four. Or you can double up the impact and use all eight, two under each wheel.

When you first look at these you may think they won’t be able to handle the weight of a bed and people on it. Think again. Each of these clear plastic frames can handle up to 600 lbs of weight.

And since they are clear, they are pretty much invisible and do not stand out.

What We Like

  • That the height is adjustable (just add more pieces) so you can flex how high the bed sits.
  • There is a rubber insert available that you can use to keep the bed from sliding on wood or tile floors.
  • The groves will fit small or large wheeled bed frames because of the way they have been designed.
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