Wool Rugs - Why Buy One?
You have just installed all new hardwood flooring in your house. It looks beautiful! There are 5 layers of clear coat on it. I can tell by the shine!
But I hate to say it, but you’ll have to cover up a portion of those new
floors with a nice big wool rug!
Why do I need a wool rug, you ask?
First, they make your house feel warm and cozy. Hardwood floors are nice, but they are hard and cold. A nice wool rug takes that cold feeling and makes your floors feel homey and soft on your bare feet. And trust me - when you want to lie on the floor and watch TV , you won’t end up with a disjointed spine when you get up.
Secondly, they just look nice! They break up the monotony of solid floors and add a nice decorative touch to any room.
Many people go out and get what the supermarket calls a "wool rug" , which isn’t actually wool and isn’t technically a rug, then stick it on the floor. This is not a great move.
Why you need a pure wool rug? Why not any other kind of rug?
Wool has a natural ability to stay dry and clean. This means that you will have to spend less time cleaning your rug and more time enjoying it. Also, since they resist water, you don’t have to worry about any excess moisture ruing the material Wool rugs come in a variety of different shapes and sizes! Since wool is very easy to dye, the variety of patterns available dwarfs many other styles of rugs. This means that it will be a lot easier to find the perfect rug for your home.
Wool rugs are also fire resistant! The fibers are non-flammable, so in the
case of a fire, they are safer than any other kind of rug.
Ok, you sold me on wool rugs for my home, but just for curiosity’s sake,what are some of the other rugs I see made out of? First, there is nylon. Nylon is a synthetic material, meaning that it is not natural, and therefore, not as expensive as wool. It is not naturally stain resistant, but the finished rugs are usually treated with a stain protector. Since nylon is very durable, a nylon rug can last you over 10 years before you need replacing. Nylon is made form petroleum products, so if nylon is exposed to high temperatures, it will melt.
The other most common material for rugs are polyester. Polyester is not a natural product, but is very string and durable. Polyester rugs are moisture and stain resistant. Juts like nylon, polyester will melt if exposed to high heat.
So there you have it. Don’t buy a cheaper polyester or nylon rug to
cover your new hardwood floors, buy a nice pure wool rug instead! You
won’t be sorry!
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Faux Fur Throw
This is undoubtedly the coziest warmest blanket I have come across. I use it as a cover while sleeping or often as a sheet. It is unbelievably soft , and is one of those blankets , no matter how cold it gets - its warm to touch.
The blanket can be very expensive , although usually the synthetic ones ( like I’ve got ) can be bought relatively cheaply , and the softness and quality are usually similar to that of the real thing. I paid $50 for mine , although it was the deluxe version and cheaper ones can be bought. 
As far as a comforter goes , though , you cant beat it. I wouldn’t give mine up for any other blanket. This is the kind of thing you drag around the house to keep warm during winter - and it hasn’t shown much sign of wear in 6 months of using it daily.
Usually , you can buy the pillows to match - but I don’t fancy this idea as the fur tends to stick up my nose and make me sneeze. When buying one , make sure you don’t pick one that’s not machine washable - otherwise you’ll either fork out quite a lot to have it dry cleaned or you’ll mess it up trying to do it yourself.
The thing that makes the faux fur throw absolutely unique though , is how amazingly soft and good to the touch it feels. It has the same consistency of a well washed dog - almost like a very silky velvet.
Published by lloydlopes on July 31st, 2007 Tagged Blankets | 2 Comments »
Beach Towels
A beach towel is a specially made towel that you can use at the beach or for the pool. The materials that beach towels are made from are heavier materials that will absorb the water from you body after you come out of the pool or water. You will find that a regular towel from your bathroom is not going to be enough for this kind of use. You need something more and something that will get your entire body dry.
Beach towels are designed to dry your body after a nice swim. They are big enough to cover the entire body so that you can wrap yourself up in it so that you are nice and cozy and warm. You can find the beach towels in just about any size to match your body style. You can find larger ones for adults and there are also smaller ones to fit younger children. These can be found to fit even the smallest child.
Heated Towel Racks
Inspiring designs, a source of warmth and comfort, what has become one the fastest growing trends within the bathroom remodeling industry are radiator towel heaters. Radiant bathroom towel heaters provide practical luxury along with the comforting advantages after a bath or shower when you wrap yourself in a balmy towel to ease the burden of winter chills.
Health Benefits of Heated Towel Racks
: When it comes to heating the bathroom, homeowners are drawn to the radiator style towel heaters, compared to forced air systems, they are far more cost efficient and economical. From a health standpoint, electric and hydronic radiator towel heaters prevent the constant flow of dust particles in the atmosphere since they are not forced air units they improve the air quality especially for anyone who suffers from either dust allergies or asthma. The heated towel rails provide ample heat alleviating a breeding ground for germs to multiply not to mention the added benefit of not having change filters or clean heat ducts.
At a recent Interior Design show where a number of traditional and contemporary radiator style towel warmers were showcased, a medical expert was on-hand to explain how heated towel rails can actually improve your health by eliminating dust mites that live in our homes, and since dust mites love a warm moist environment, towel heaters aid in maintaining a consistent room temperature and keep it moisture free. He went on to say, apart from dust allergens, mold and mildew are also caused from excessive moisture especially in bathrooms with insufficient ventilation, by placing a hydronic or electric radiator towel rack in the bathroom can help combat the spread of germs for only pennies a day.
The difference between electric towel rail warmers and hydronic radiator towel heaters are that electric heaters operate independently of the home’s heating systems and are simply plugged in to any electrical outlet. Hydronic towels warmers run off the home’s main hot water supply with the need for a circulating pump to force the hot water through the towel rails, keeping in mind they will only function when the main home heating system is operating.
Not Just for the Bathroom
Not just for the bathrooms anymore, heated towel rails serve a purpose all year round. For anyone who owns a swimming pool or outdoor whirlpool hot tub, electric towel heaters can be ported to change room areas to dry wet towels and swimsuits quickly and economically without having to turn on the household dryer. In the winter months they can be placed in mudrooms to dry winter garments or warm blankets and also great for added warmth in basements and help to control the dampness where it is most apparent.
Not only flexible in their use, radiator towel rails provide a hint of elegance and sophistication in any bathroom or living space in your home. With a vast array of unique designs from coiled chrome to straight white ladder rails, available in contemporary and traditional styles and sizes, finding a towel warmer to suit your lifestyle and taste is easily achieved. Economical, fashionable and provide ongoing health benefits, towel warmers have become one of the most coveted items for the bathroom right on through to the bedroom. If you want to cut heating costs, spend less time dusting and not having to continually do laundry, hydronic and electric radiator towel rails can free up time and are easy on the wallet.
Written by Shelley Murphy on behalf of www.victoriaplumb.com an online retailer of bathroom furniture, steam showers, shower enclosures, whirlpool spa baths and bath related products serving the United Kingdom.
Published by lloydlopes on January 29th, 2007 Tagged Towel Accessories | 2 Comments »