What is the warmest blanket made of? The right choice of blanket for a newborn

How to find the softest, warmest and most hypoallergenic blanket, what is the difference between artificial down and natural down, and bamboo from camel hair, which blankets are better to cover in summer, and which ones in winter - read about all this in our article.

The size

Let's start with size. No one will argue that a blanket should cover well from all sides. What length and width should the blanket be? The easiest way is to add 30 cm to your own height, this will be your comfortable size. As for the width of the blanket, it all depends on the number of people sleeping under it.

If you sleep alone (alone), it is best to take a quilt and a half. Not all one and a half blankets are the same - there are several standards, the most popular of which are 155x215 cm (“Euro one and a half”) and 172x205 cm (“English” or “Soviet size”), from which, apparently, it should follow that Europeans now go high and thin, and the British - small and fat.

For married couple a blanket measuring 220x240 cm is suitable if the spouses sleep on a wide bed, or 200x220 cmif on a small one. The latter is also popular with Europeans, and a rich assortment of duvet covers is produced and sold under it. American sizes are somewhat different from European ones: for example, a 137x190 cm blanket is called Full size, and King size is 198x203 cm. Americans, it turns out, are less whimsical, or more economical.

Winter and summer

For the cold season, it is better to choose a blanket with good thermal conductivity, and in summer - something that absorbs less moisture. These characteristics directly depend on the material of the filler.

Down duvets are soft and light, they are resilient and durable, retain heat well. They are stuffed with goose or duck down, and the most expensive ones are stuffed with loon down. But duvets also have disadvantages - due to the high hygroscopicity, the fluff quickly absorbs moisture, and the blanket can become damp. Also, duvets, unfortunately, are not recommended for allergy sufferers, since dust mites can start in them. But if you do not have allergies and you are ready to dry the duvet regularly, then a duvet is your choice. Just pay attention to the fastener: it is better to take a product stitched with a pattern of squares.

Silk blankets are lightweight and durable. They are very warm and do not attract dust mites. Such blankets have almost no drawbacks, with the exception of one - the high cost, which, however, depends on the class of silk used.

Choosing a really safe, beautiful and comfortable blanket is not an easy task. Here it is important to simultaneously take into account a number of nuances, which is especially difficult in the diversity of their varieties that exists today. So that the choice does not disappoint later, when making a purchase, it is necessary to be guided not so much by subjective preferences, cost or design of the product, but, first of all, by its quality characteristics in conjunction with the intended use.

The blanket must meet the basic sanitary and hygienic requirements, namely, be:

• Hygroscopic;
• Hypoallergenic;
• Does not interfere with natural ventilation;
• Providing proper thermal conductivity;
• Non-irritating on contact with skin.

The most common mistake many buyers make is buying a duvet. of dubious quality because of the attractively low price. The consequences of such unreasonable savings are obvious and at best, the purchase will simply quickly become worthless or lose its presentation. To find out which blanket is better, you should pay attention to the following characteristics:

An important detail that determines the durability and practicality of using a blanket.

• Cassette assembly type- most practical option. It is a canvas that consists of separate sections (cassettes) filled with filler. This sewing method prevents the blanket from deformation and its premature deterioration. This technology is usually used for duvets. The size of the sections can be 10x10 or 15x15 centimeters;

• Quilted blanket - on special machines, the product is sewn in one direction. This is the most inconvenient and impractical option, since the blanket will inevitably lose its shape due to insufficient fixation of the filler and its redistribution;

• Karostep - the essence of this method is to decorate the product with a patterned stitch. These blankets look very attractive, but quickly lose their appearance.

The size

By size, blankets are divided into two main categories - one and a half and double.

One and a half:

• 140x205 cm;
• 145x205 cm;
• 150x210 cm;
• 155x215 cm;
• 160x220 cm..
• The standard for the CIS countries is 140x205 cm and 145x205 cm.
• European standard - 155x215 cm.

Double:

• 172x205 cm;
• 175x205 cm;
• 180 x 210 cm;
• 200 x 220 cm;
• 240 x 220 cm.
• The standard for the CIS countries is 172x205 cm.
• European standard - 200x220 cm.

There is also a king size - 240x220 cm. It is designed for large beds or pull out sofas.

Before you buy a blanket custom size- ask if you can pick up bed linen for it.

Degree of warmth

Manufacturers should indicate this indicator on the packaging with dots. The number of points is from one to five. The more dots, the warmer the blanket. Three dots are usually placed on all-season products. But, unfortunately, not all manufacturers indicate these data. Therefore, in order not to make a mistake with the choice, you should pay attention to the filler. For those who are cold both in winter and in summer, woolen blankets should be preferred. If you are cold only in winter - downy. But if you belong to the category of people who are hot all the time, opt for silk or vegetable fillers. For people with allergic diseases synthetic products are more suitable.

Blankets also come in:

Bilateral - this is when wool is on one side and cotton on the other.

4 seasons - this is when the blanket consists of two halves, which are connected using buttons. One half is woolen, the other is made of natural cotton. They can be used both together and separately.

To understand the range of blankets available for sale and choose perfect option, it is necessary to know exactly the properties and disadvantages of fillers. At the same time, it is not at all necessary to strive to choose a blanket made from natural materials, since modern synthetic fillers are in no way inferior, and in some respects even surpass traditional ones.

Types of fillers:

Wool

Classic and most popular are blankets made of camel, sheep or goat hair, as well as merino and alpaca wool.

Advantages:

• The main advantage of the filler is indisputable healing properties and environmental friendliness of raw materials;
• They absorb and evaporate liquid well, remaining dry to the touch;
• Warm enough to keep you warm winter time while remaining lightweight and breathable.
• The most practical and durable blankets are recognized from camel hair, which not only do not accumulate dust, but also proper care save original view for 10 years;
• Goat wool blankets have a massage effect, without causing discomfort with causticity during sleep;
• The uniqueness of merino wool blankets lies in the content on the fibers of a special waxy substance lanolin, which has a beneficial effect on the skin;
• In turn, alpaca wool, the only one of all, does not roll and is more durable in the presence of all the above advantages.

Minuses:

• Cannot be washed, dry clean only;
• Contraindicated for allergy sufferers.

Remember to use moth repellant to store your wool blankets.

fluff

Types of down used in blankets: goose, duck, swan, loon, goat (undercoat).

Advantages:

• Differs in lightness and airiness;
• Down has the ability to warm even in the most frosty winters;
• Provides sufficient air circulation. Down creates a cozy microclimate for restful sleep;
• The down filling has an antistatic effect;
• Down blankets are very durable and can last up to 30 years.

Minuses:

• Fluff is contraindicated in allergic and asthmatic diseases;
• Not recommended for children;
• They are quite voluminous and take up a lot of space, as a result, it is worth using vacuum bags for storage;
• Down duvets are very difficult to care for.

When choosing a duvet, pay attention to the percentage of down and feather. The composition of the feather in the filler should be no more than 40%.

Quilts

Advantages:

• They are rightfully considered one of the warmest, as they ideally keep the temperature. Even if the thermometer in the room where the sleeper is located drops to 0ºC, it is impossible to freeze under such a blanket;
• The filler does not cause allergies;
• Well absorbs moisture;
• Affordable price.

Minuses:

• Absorbs odors;
• Quite heavy;
• Over time, cotton wool gets lumpy;
• Cannot be washed - the only possible way removal of dirt consists in knocking out dust or professional steam cleaning.

An alternative to cotton filler is a synthetic winterizer, which weighs much less with the same heat retention properties.

Flannelette blankets

Flannelette blankets are considered universal for any season due to the fact that they differ in density. Thus, thin and weightless natural cotton products are ideal for hot summer nights, while thicker ones will provide comfort and coziness in the off-season.

Advantages:

• They can be easily washed in a conventional machine at 40ºC, which greatly simplifies maintenance and saves on professional cleaning services;
• Can be used even for newborns, due to their hypoallergenicity and environmental friendliness;
• It can simultaneously serve as a bedding for outdoor trips, an elegant bedspread or a cozy blanket for relaxing;
• His undeniable advantage in softness and compactness. When folded, it takes up minimal space.
• Manufacturers often turn these blankets into works of art, paying attention to colors and decorative patterns;
• Affordable price.

Minuses:

• If washed incorrectly, it becomes hard and unpleasant to the touch.

patchwork quilts

Advantages:

• Look incredibly stylish and vintage;
• Designed to perform a more decorative function and are great for use as a bedspread.

Minuses:

• Not recommended for intended use;
• Being handmade works of art, they are quite expensive;
• Very demanding to care.

The main quality characteristics entirely depend on what material is taken as the basis for tailoring, and may vary.

Bamboo

Advantages:

• They are especially popular due to the antibacterial and antimicrobial properties of the filler;
• They do not start dust mites and do not accumulate dust well, so this is ideal for healthy sleep allergy sufferers;
• The cleaning and maintenance process is simple and does not require the use of complex or expensive products;
• Well absorbs moisture and passes air;
• They combine lightness up to weightlessness and high thermal conductivity, which makes them ideal solution for use at any time of the year.

Minuses:

• Enough high price;
• The difficulty of buying a quality product. Many dishonest sellers, under the guise of bamboo filling, offer blankets with a combined composition (bamboo and synthetic winterizer, bamboo and feather).

Blankets with silk filling

Elite blankets filled with de-resined protein produced by the silkworm caterpillar.

Minuses:

• High price;
• Need for care.

For the duration of the service life of silk blankets - only professional dry cleaning.

Cashmere

Gentle to the touch, light and warm, cashmere blankets can certainly decorate any home and provide comfort and warmth during sleep.
Advantages:

• Much warmer than regular wool blankets;
• Damage resistance;
• Cashmere wool is hypoallergenic;
• They look very expensive and spectacular, but it is not easy to care for them.

Minuses:

• High price.

Synthetic blankets

To modern synthetic fillers include polyester fiber, polyester and acrylic fibers.

Advantages:

• No risk of allergies;
• Possibility of simple washing in an automatic machine;
• They are relatively inexpensive and quality characteristics are not inferior to more expensive counterparts made from natural materials;
• Durable.

Minuses:

• Insufficient breathability;
• Low ability to absorb moisture.

Holofiber blankets

To date, the most optimal in terms of price and quality are holofiber blankets, which combine all the advantages of natural and artificial fillers.
Advantages:

• Retains heat well;
• Absorbs excess moisture
• Does not cause difficulties with care, as it is quite resistant to machine wash;
• The antibacterial nature of the material and its hypoallergenicity make it possible to recommend the use of such blankets even for small children.

Minuses:

• It shrinks and loses its original splendor.

Comfortable sleep is very important for maintaining and maintaining health. It is in a dream that we restore strength and get a charge of vivacity for the upcoming accomplishments. Or we don’t get it if we don’t have the opportunity to sleep well. At the same time, the quality of sleep depends not only on the time that we can allocate for rest, but also on the conditions in which we spend this period. We have already written about. Today we will talk about choosing the best blanket.

The first thing to decide is the size. Present on the market today in the widest range products from different countries. Accordingly, almost every country has its own standards, according to which manufacturers work. The main gradation highlights baby blankets, one and a half and double. About, " Woman's happiness” will tell separately. Now our task is to deal with blankets for adults.

The quality of the blanket directly affects sleep and health. For example, a natural woolen blanket soothes and relaxes.

Choosing warmth

We perceive the outside temperature differently. Someone in winter cold sleeps under a light blanket, and on a hot summer day someone wants to wrap up warmer. Therefore, the warmth of the blanket should be chosen based solely on your subjective feelings. If you sleep together, but the requirements for comfortable temperature you have different, it is worth sleeping under separate blankets. Sometimes psychologists even recommend such a “distance” of spouses.

The filler and thickness are responsible for the warming ability of the blanket. In addition, as a hint, manufacturers put on the label of blankets heat points: from 1 to 5. The five indicate the warmest, winter options. In descending order, the warming properties decrease, and one dot, respectively, indicates a light blanket-plaid, suitable for summer nights.

A duvet is chic on chilly winter nights. But it can cause allergies.

Choosing a filler

If you are primarily interested in practicality and low price, you should opt for synthetic blankets. Modern materials(synthetic winterizer, holofiber) are almost weightless, but at the same time they are warm, hypoallergenic and easily tolerate washing even in washing machine. If at the same time you are a supporter of environmental friendliness and naturalness, then you should pay attention to cotton and flannelette blankets. Evaluate, for example, the range offered by the Yaroslav Ivanovo company. The classic products of Ivanovo textile workers have long won the recognition of consumers.

Cotton and flannelette blankets have been proven over decades of use.

From the most economical options Let's move on to more expensive types of fillers. The next most popular can be recognized as woolen and duvets. Warm natural wool blankets- a great option for winter. In addition, blankets made of sheep or camel wool are also good for health: they soothe nervous system help relieve muscle tension, reduce joint pain. Especially cashmere, merino and camel down blankets are valued– thin, delicate to the touch, supporting natural air exchange, as if knowledgeable features individual heat exchange of the one who uses them. There are also exotic for our consumer goat skin blankets, with open fur. They not only perfectly fulfill their heating function, but are also very aesthetic in appearance.

Heavy wadded blankets gradually become a thing of the past.

duvets, like pillows, feather beds, were very popular about 20 years ago. Some remain loyal to them to this day. After all, on a cold winter night it is so cozy to wrap yourself in a soft rustling blanket filled with fluff - even the most valuable eider or exquisite swan, even democratic geese or ducks. Even the significant weight of such blankets is perceived by many as a virtue: under the protection of a downy cocoon, you feel not only warm, but also relaxingly safe.

They look like memories of the past. Heavy, quickly absorbing moisture and retaining its traces for a long time in the form of a poorly weathered smell, they, nevertheless, are sometimes still found, although rarely.

Bamboo is an exotic filler for our region, but has been used in the East since ancient times.

Fashionable today natural filler - bamboo fiber. In winter, under such a blanket it is warm, in summer it is cool. Light weight does not diminish its merits. In care, it also does not cause much trouble. And finally, the most expensive option on the market -. Threads of natural silk, rich in protein, like wool, have a beneficial effect on health. Blankets with both bamboo and silk in practice have proven their all-season: it is comfortable to sleep under them both in summer and in winter.

However most natural fillers require attention and caring care . In addition, even the purest natural materials can cause allergy attacks, especially after prolonged use. Wool can attract moths, fluff can attract dust mites, which can be extremely difficult to get rid of. Cotton wool after getting wet crumple, very poorly weathered. most expensive quilts natural fillers require professional dry cleaning: regular washing is fatal for them.

Natural silk fibers are light, like dandelion fluffs, perfectly warm in the cold and cool in the heat.

We determine the quantity

Even if you can afford an expensive all-purpose bamboo or silk-filled natural duvet, it is still worth having multiple duvets per day. different seasons. Firstly, any blanket sometimes needs cleaning. Secondly, it is even psychologically pleasant to change your “night shell” from time to time. Therefore, it is best to have 3-4 different blankets, choosing your favorite filling and optimal thickness. And let a thick duvet warm you in the worst frosts, and on hot summer nights there will be the thinnest blanket-plaid next to you, giving way to “intermediate” options in the off-season.

13.11.2016

Many of us have known camel wool blankets since childhood. Warm, light, prickly, hard, not too expressive in color - this is a brief description of previous products. Now they are completely different - soft, delicate to the touch, pleasant colors. Given the wide variety of models, it is advisable to find out how to choose a camel wool blanket before buying.

Modern manufacturers supply 2 types of products to the market.

1. With open fur. They are made on weaving equipment, getting quite thin blankets. They can be comparatively heavy and somewhat coarse if made from the hair of adult camels. Flexible and soft products are made from camel down: they are pleasant to the touch and resemble plaids, not inferior to traditional models in terms of warmth.
2. With covered hair. They are covers with filler stitched over the entire area. In this version, only wool is used (it is easier to process and cheaper than down). The fabric coating makes the blankets absolutely non-scratch, more practical, and expands their color range.

Closed models differ in the way the wool filler is distributed in the case.

• Camel wool quilts. This is an inexpensive option in which the firmware is made in the form of parallel lines with large gaps between them. The filler is weakly fixed, unevenly distributed, crumpled.
• Karostepye. Blankets are stitched, using stitches to create patterns throughout the blanket. The fixation is stronger, but the wool eventually gets lumped and penetrates outward through the punctures left by the needle.
• Cassette. The product is stitched in the longitudinal and transverse directions, due to which small cells for wool are obtained. The filler does not move from one cassette to another, does not clump.

Advantages and disadvantages

AT traditional medicine Camel wool is used to relieve manifestations of rheumatism and osteochondrosis, stimulate blood circulation and muscle tone, and relax. Finished camel blankets inherit not only the healing effect of camel hair, but also its other advantages:

• low thermal conductivity - the material retains the heat of the human body in winter and does not let heat in in summer;
• good breathability;
• wear resistance, long service life - with careful care, the blankets do not lose their qualities for 2-3 decades;
• low weight - due to the hollow structure of the hairs;
• elasticity - products retain their original shape for a long time, even after repeated washings;
• high moisture absorption - the material absorbs sweat well and evaporates it just as well;
• antistatic - wool does not accumulate electrical charges, does not attract dust particles.

Important: When deciding which blanket is better, from sheep or camel wool, you should know: products made from sheep wool are twice as heavy, they cannot be washed, they have a specific smell, they need regular dry cleaning (once every three months). The only advantage of a sheep blanket is higher thermal insulation and low price.

There are very few cons to camel blankets, and all of them are ambiguous.

When choosing what to buy: a blanket made of bamboo or camel wool, the first option is definitely preferred by those who have a positive allergy test for wool or bronchial asthma. Another benefit of bamboo fiber products is that they are easy to wash and dry.

Knowing how to choose the right camel wool blanket, the buyer will be able to become the owner of a strong and durable product with optimal thermal qualities. To finally decide, the blanket is tested in several ways.

1. Degree of warmth. What it is, you can find out by the number of points in the marking (from one to five) or the density of the material (g / m2). The right camel wool blanket is chosen depending on the season, the state of heating, personal preferences:

1. The composition of the source material. Models of blankets made from the wool of young camels are most valued most of all: in terms of softness and lightness, it resembles fluff. Products from it are soft, uniform, warm and non-scratch - even without a duvet cover. In terms of warmth and wear resistance, an ordinary camel wool blanket is no worse (this is confirmed by consumer reviews), and its price is much more affordable.

Modern technologies make it possible to obtain a homogeneous material from wool and down, connected using synthetic fibers. And yet, the less synthetics and impurities sheep wool in the composition, the higher the thermal and hygienic properties of the blanket. Percentage components are indicated on the label.

1. Manufacturing quality. The hallmarks of a good product are:

• uniform texture of an open blanket;
• uniform distribution of the filler in closed model, the absence of hairs breaking through the cover;
• finishing - the edges of the product are usually sheathed with an inlay or processed with an overlock, while the seams should be even, and the threads should be strong;
• a dense cover made of natural linen - most often made of cotton materials (teak, satin); in expensive models, eucalyptus fiber fabric is used.

Features of care for a woolen blanket

The question of whether a camel wool blanket can be washed often causes controversy among users. It is worth noting that the care of woolen products should always be gentle. To maintain cleanliness and freshness of the blanket, experienced housewives advise:

• use a duvet cover reliable protection from superficial pollution, allowing to avoid unscheduled cleanings and washings;
• regularly carry out ventilation - a new product is hung out for half an hour on fresh air, and subsequently airing is carried out every three months (the blanket is carefully shaken out beforehand);
• remove stains by local action - for this they foam special means with lanolin and dry-foam cloth.

If possible, it is better to periodically dry-clean the product. But since this service is not always available, it does not hurt to learn how to wash a camel wool blanket at home. This is usually done once a year, at the end of the winter season.

1. Handwash

Taking water into the bath room temperature, pour some liquid for washing wool products there. The blanket is soaked in the solution for 5-6 hours, then washed with minimal physical effort (the product is slightly wrinkled). dirty water drain, replace it with a clean one, rinse. Having folded the blanket in 2-3 layers, hang it for about an hour to drain the water. The product is gently wrung out and dried on the street, periodically turning from one side to the other.

1. Machine wash

The blanket is washed at a water temperature not exceeding 30 ° C, only in a special mode intended for woolen products. liquid detergent or enzyme powder is added in a minimal amount: this will allow you to rinse the item at a time. It is better not to turn on the spin function so that the product does not lose its shape.

Note: Only a small amount can be machine washed. camel blanket. Large items either do not fit in the drum at all, or overload it when wet. In order not to break the machine, it is advisable to choose a hand wash.

Popular manufacturers

Mongolian blankets are in great demand among the domestic consumer, since the wool of the local camels is considered the best in the world. European and domestic companies have also mastered the production of such products.

So, in order to be sure of the quality of the selected product, you should study the contents of the label, paying attention Special attention to the place of collection of wool and the manufacturer.

A blanket is a bedding that is used to cover while sleeping. If the product can also serve as a bedspread or a cape in a cold room, it is called a blanket. There are a huge number of types of blankets, so when choosing, you need to understand exactly which option and for what purposes you need it.

What to look for when choosing a duvet

• Season. First of all, you need to decide for what time of the year the product is selected. Blankets are:
  • Winter- the warmest and thickest. As a rule, they cannot be used in summer;
  • Summer- light version. The degree of lightness must be determined by the user - a cotton or wool product retains heat to varying degrees;
  • double sided– a quilting is formed from different sides different materials. Suitable for any season, but in regions with a temperate or warm climate;
  • 4 seasons- a blanket in two parts, which are connected with buttons. In warm weather, one part is used, in cold weather, both. If the winter is different severe frosts or the heating in the apartment leaves much to be desired, you can’t do without real winter clothes.
• The weight. This is important for both children and adults. A blanket that feels heavy is no longer comfortable.
• Hypoallergenic and natural- majority natural materials can cause an allergic reaction. This is due to the fact that natural fibers are not as smooth as synthetic or artificial ones. When used, the smallest particles of wool are separated and irritate the skin and mucous membranes. The situation is paradoxical, but artificial fillers are hypoallergenic.
  • Natural: sheep and camel wool, silk, cotton, bamboo.
  • Artificial: acrylic, holofiber, vitasan, medisan. It also matters how the fiber is produced. The use of certain substances in the manufacturing process will negate the hypoallergenic qualities.

The video tells how to choose the right blanket:

Which duvet is best for sleeping

The most important and, in fact, the only criterion is convenience. However, this parameter is subjective and may consist of a variety of requirements:

• The size- a short or too large blanket is extremely uncomfortable. Before choosing, you need to determine required dimensions, and also pay attention to the nature of sleep: if the sleeper often turns over, changes position, then the blanket should be chosen square. Many people prefer Euro size blankets. Blanket sizes: euro and double can be found.
• The weight- it is comfortable to sleep under a heavy blanket only with sufficiently developed muscles. Not recommended excess weight during sleep for those suffering from heart failure and lung diseases. Heavy products include products with cotton filler, camel and sheep wool. To light ones - with fillers made of eiderdown or goose down, synthetic fibers.
• Sewing method– if a duvet with filling is used for sleeping, the distribution of the material matters. The volume of the product is quite large, and if the filler is not held by anything, it quickly clumps. This is not only not aesthetically pleasing, but also not practical: the fiber loses its structure, does not retain air, and, therefore, ceases to retain heat.

Comfort does not mean just warmth, but exactly the kind of warmth that is required in the room. Therefore, they distinguish winter, summer or off-season products.

In this case, one must also take into account their own ability to thermoregulate. If a person tolerates the cold well, there is no need to overheat under a thick blanket, and if not, it is desirable to have a thin camel down blanket for the summer.

Which blanket is better to choose for winter and which for summer

This question should rather be formulated as follows: how efficient is the heating in the apartment, and how hot is it outside in summer. Well, or how good the air conditioner is.

The video describes in detail which blankets should be used in winter and summer:

Winter options

But usually for winter, even under the condition good heating, choose products that are denser or with fillers:

• fluff- in the first place is eiderdown, then goose, and then duck or its combination with goose, as well as artificial down. The duvet is unusually light, soft, perfectly warm, conducts air and has better hygroscopicity: it absorbs moisture and removes it. Caring for him is quite simple: 2 times a year you need to dry thoroughly in the sun and ventilate. It's perfect winter blanket, but, unfortunately, inaccessible to those who are allergic to feathered down.
• Wool- such a blanket is made in two versions: in the form of a woven woolen blanket or as a product with a woolen filler. The second product belongs to the winter ones, but the woven one can serve both in winter and summer. Moreover, woven from wool will be denser and heavier, and made from camel down has practically no weight. The disadvantage is the same as that of down: those suffering from an allergy to wool cannot use this wonderful product. Wool absorbs moisture well and conducts air, warms and maintains the microclimate under the blanket. The material has a slight massage effect and has a very beneficial effect on the joints. Read about how to choose a camel wool blanket.

Warm blanket filled with natural wool.

• cotton wool- It is made on the basis of cotton, so it does not cause irritation. The material retains heat well, but does not conduct air well, its structure is easily broken: cotton wool is knocked down in clods and compacted. The blanket has a considerable weight and is not erased.
• Synthetic fillers- synthetic winterizer, holofiber. They are characterized by low weight high ability keep warm. Their hygroscopicity is low: in winter this is not a problem, but already in the off-season it becomes stuffy under the synthetic winterizer.

Summer Options

Summer blankets are thin and light. Their task is not to warm, but to preserve the microclimate and remove moisture, since in summer the tendency to sweat increases:

• Cotton- light and thin, perfectly copes with the task: it does not cause allergies, absorbs moisture and is washed even in a washing machine.
• Bamboo- made from bamboo fibers, differs in high hygroscopicity and hypoallergenicity. Bamboo fabric has an antimicrobial effect that lasts for quite a long time - up to 50 washes. By the way, you can wash it in the washing machine.
• Silk- that is, a product with a silk filler. The ability of silk to thermoregulate is unparalleled, and the high hygroscopicity and smooth, cool surface of the product make it the best summer version. One significant disadvantage- high price. original and inexpensive option are patchwork quilts in the style of patchwork.

On the video - about what materials you need to choose blankets from:

How to choose a blanket for a baby

There is only one question of principle here: does the child have an allergy and, if so, to what materials. All other parameters coincide with the criteria for "adult" blankets.

• The size- it is undesirable to buy a blanket for growth. Of course, a margin in length is needed, but within reasonable limits.
• The weight- how less baby the lighter his blanket should be. Wadded and even woven wool products are too heavy for the baby.
• seasonality- if there is no allergy, then, of course, down or woolen blankets are best in winter, and cotton or bamboo fiber blankets in summer. If there is, then you will have to choose a synthetic or combined material.
• Care- the smaller the child, the better his things should be washed. The blanket is no exception, so if you have a choice, you should prefer those that are machine washable.

How to choose a blanket for a newborn

What blankets are needed for a newborn? A newborn needs three blankets: they perform different functions.

• Blanket in the hospital- the one in which it is wrapped upon discharge. In the summer, a smart envelope for discharge from the hospital in the summer is used as a “holiday package”. But in winter, you can’t do without a blanket - front or not. Ideally - a downy or wool product. Unfortunately, the issue of allergies is especially acute, since it is not known whether the baby has any allergic reactions or not. It is more rational to use synthetic winterizer.

Blanket for a newborn, good quality, will last a long time.

• Blanket for walking- absolutely necessary thing. It is not recommended to put a blanket in a stroller for sleeping: there will be many opportunities to get it dirty on a walk. You need to choose a baby blanket for newborns - an easy-to-wash product: cotton or knitted for the warm season, synthetic winterizer for winter.
• Sleep blanket. The best option, if there is no allergy, is wool and silk. Both materials are capable of storing or dissipating heat when needed, so overheating hazards under wool blanket children are not exposed. A summer blanket is usually thin cotton. For the off-season, it’s good to have an additional fleece: it is used over cotton. Also, many mothers for newborns prefer baby blankets. But you just need to take into account that the size of the baby blanket in the crib must correspond to the size of the crib.

Cooling and overheating are equally bad for the newborn. At first, you need to carefully observe his reaction in order to choose the best option.