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Tuesday, July 20th, 2010
As previously discussed, thread count is not a good measure for the quality of bed sheets. There are actually many different factors that must be taken into consideration, and one of them is the weaving technique. The weaving technique does not only determine the thread count of a fabric; it also affects the texture, elasticity, and durability.
Duvet Ensemble Set - Sra
Basically, there are four different types of weaving methods, and they are percale, jersey, flannel, and sateen. Percale is considered one of the finest types of weave, and it results in a plain and closely woven fabric. Usually, combed and carded cotton is used for percale weaving, and the high thread count makes the fabric soft and silky. Jersey refers to a plain stitch-knitted weaving style, with flatbed, warp, or circular knitting. It produces fabric that is highly elastic and has excellent draping qualities. If you want a fabric that is fluffy and warm, you should opt for one that features flannel weaving. A flannel fabric a medium-weight fabric that is soft and cozy, and it has a raised surface. It is mostly made of cotton and woven in either plain or twill pattern. Sateen refers to a kind of cotton fabric that is very similar to satin. The cotton is mercerized to produce a sheen, and the fabric is soft and lustrous because it is very tightly woven.
When you are buying bedding, you should find out whether the fabric feels comfortable on your skin. The most preferred material is 100% cotton, because it is smooth and soft, and it does not feel sticky on your skin.
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Tuesday, July 13th, 2010
Thread count is one of the major considerations for people who are buying bed sheets. Most consumers think that thread count alone reflects the quality of bed sheets, but this is not true. Thread count only refers to the number of threads that can be found in one square inch of fabric, and a higher count does not mean that the sheet is more durable or comfortable. Here are some of the things that you should consider when buying bed sheets.
Duvet Ensemble Set
One thing you have to know is the ply that is used to make a fabric. Ply means the number of threads that are wrapped together in a single thread. For instance, a single-ply fabric is made up of individual threads, while a 2-ply fabric consists of threads that are created by twisting two single threads together. When you see a thread count of 600 on a fabric, does it mean that it has 600 single threads per inch or 600 2-ply threads per inch? Many manufacturers will multiply the thread count of their double-ply fabrics by two, so that they can fool consumers into thinking that their products have higher thread counts. Fabrics with single ply threads are usually more delicate, while those with 2-ply threads are coarser.
Another factor that you should look into is the thickness of the threads. Bed sheets that are made of thick threads are more durable, but they are not as comfortable as sheets with finer threads.
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Tuesday, June 29th, 2010
Whether you are living in a big house or small apartment, there may be rooms or spaces in your home that feel a bit cramped. While there is nothing much that you can do to expand the actual areas of the spaces, you can actually make them look and feel more spacious. Here are some useful tips on how to decorate small spaces in a home.
Twin Antiquity Low Post Panel Group
Before you start decorating a small room, you should clean out the clutter first. Excessive furniture and objects can certainly make a space feel cramped, and you can create more floor space by removing things that you do not need, or storing them in a place where they cannot be seen. Use shelves or storage boxes to store your things. A little organization will go a long way to enhance space in your room.
The first thing that you have to consider when decorating a small space is the color of the walls and furniture. Deep and dark tones will make a room look smaller. You should opt for light colors, such as cream, light yellow, or icy blue, because these colors can create an airy and bright ambience, which is perfect for a small room. Also, you should buy furniture pieces that are of the same color as the walls in your room, because uniformity in color will enhance space. Breaking up a room with two or more different colors will make it feel more cramped.
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Monday, April 12th, 2010
The bed is a very important thing in life. You spend about one third of your life on it, and you will surely want it to be as comfortable as possible. After you have found the right bed frame and mattress, you should try to get the right bed linens to attain optimal comfort.
Duvet Ensemble Set
There are several different types of bed linens for you to choose from, and they include high thread count linens, low thread count sheets, flannel sheets, stain sheets, and silk sheets. High thread count linens are very comfortable because they are silky. However, they are not durable, and they can easily become worn from frequent washing. You will need at least four or five sets of linens to rotate if you want to use high thread count sheets. On the other hand, low thread count sheets can last a long time, but they can be a bit rough on the skin, and they are not recommended for people with sensitive skin.
Flannel sheets are the best option for winter bedding, because they can keep you warn and toasty during winter. If you want to have a seductive set of bed sheets for romantic purposes, you should use satin sheets. However, these sheets can cause sweating, and they should not be used on a daily basis. Silk sheets offer great comfort, and they make a bedroom look more elegant. If you do not mind the hassle of having to dry clean them, they can be the perfect choice for you.
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Wednesday, April 7th, 2010
If you are thinking of adding a contemporary touch to your traditional style home, you should consider using transitional furniture. As the term suggests, transitional furniture is the best option for homeowners who wish to make a transition from traditional to contemporary style and vice versa. This type of furniture is also known as updated classic furniture, and it combines traditional curves and contemporary straight lines to deliver a clean, classic, and timeless design.
Camden Black Dining Set
Transitional furniture features a good balance of feminine and masculine attributes, and it is delightfully sophisticated and yet practical. Some of the common colors that are found on transitional furniture include beige, tan, ivory, and taupe, and deep tones range from chocolate to dark brown. The lack of color is compensated with a wide variety of textured fabrics, such as chenille, corduroy, twill, woven reeds, denim, tweed, woven rope, and others. Accessories are used minimally but intelligently in transitional style décor. Examples include potted orchids, simple oval trays, and photographs and artworks with white mats and simple frames. Preferred metals for frames and other decorative items are silver and brushed nickel.
Many transitional furniture pieces are specifically designed to suit the needs of an active household. They provide comfort and practicality, without compromising on style. To find out if transitional furniture is indeed the right choice for you, you can check out Grand Furniture Gallery’s extensive selection of transitional furniture.
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Friday, March 19th, 2010
Bob Mackie Accent Mirror
Mirrors have been essential functional items in households since a long time ago, but now, they are widely used as decorative items as well. They do not only serve to provide a reflection of your appearance; they can also reflect your personality. There is a wide array of decorative mirrors available today, and finding the right one will certainly add pizazz to your home decor.
When choosing a decorative mirror for a room, you should consider the size and decor of the room. One of the unique functions of a mirror is that it can enhance the spaciousness of a room. If a room has limited space, you should use a free-standing, wall-mounted, or table top window. It is a good idea to place the mirror across from the window, as this will create a bright and cheerful ambiance in the room. Floor mirrors are recommended for larger rooms.
Decorative mirrors come in a wide range of artistic frames these days, and some of them are very elaborately crafted. It is important to select a mirror that blends well with the decor in the room. If you are using contemporary furniture, a traditional styled mirror may not be an appropriate choice. A decorative mirror should accentuate the overall appearance of the room and reflect your personal taste and style.
Grand Furniture Gallery in North Carolina has an excellent selection of decorative mirrors for you to choose from, including Bob Mackie, Collette, Britannia, and Versailles mirrors.
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Friday, March 12th, 2010
The Victorian furniture era was named after Queen Victoria of England and was depicted by heavy dark toned furnishings. Back in the Victorian era, it was not uncommon to find homes filled with ornately carved furniture and heavily layered window treatments.
Her son, King Edward VII, succeeded to the throne in 1901, and then began the Edwardian furniture era. His design style was quite different than his mother’s. The Edwardian period was considered a more elegant and cheerful designing time. It was a time of change and distraction from the dark and heavy design style. During the Edwardian era, furniture was designed with delicate lines and upholstered in floral designs or flowing graphics. Many furniture pieces from the Edwardian furniture era had a mixed bag of design styles. You could often find previous designing techniques mixed together to make one interesting piece of furniture. For example, a desk could have slender legs with squared feet, and the drawers would have inlaid veneers and intricate hardware. Instead of a heavy desk, the desk would be delicate and light. Many furniture designers in the Edwardian era used curved lines for their furniture pieces. During this eclectic furniture making time period, mixing classic styles with curved designed was popular among designers. Basically, during the Edwardian design era, most anything that was cheerful and fun was acceptable!
At Grand Furniture Gallery you will find furniture reproductions from most every time period. Stop by our store to check out our lovely selection of Edwardian, Queen Anne, Georgian, and Sheraton design elements that are incorporated into many of the great furniture pieces that we have in stock. See how great designers from years long past still offer inspiration for today’s furniture. At Grand Furniture Gallery you will always find quality North Carolina furniture at prices that cannot be beat!
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Wednesday, March 10th, 2010
Cheri Collection Twin Sleigh Bedroom Set
When you have children, life-changing moments happen with regular frequency. The speed at which children grow makes constant change part of daily life. Time seems to pass in the blink of an eye as children move from bassinet to crib to their very first big boy or big girl bed.
The move to a full-size bed is an exciting moment for both child and parents. Gone is the tiny, helpless baby you’ve held and cared for all these months; replaced with a child just beginning to develop his own sense of independence and assert his unique personality. Leaving the crib and moving into a big bed is a milestone moment, one made even more memorable with the purchase of a children’s bedroom set from Grand Furniture Gallery in North Carolina.
Purchasing your child’s bedroom set online from Grand Furniture Gallery ensures that you receive high quality furniture, durably constructed, at family-friendly prices. Choose from frilly little girl bedroom sets in lovely white or handsome wood tones for a more masculine look. From traditional Cambridge Court bedroom sets to fantasy sleigh beds to charming cottage styles to sturdy bunkbeds, you’ll find the children’s bedroom furniture style and pieces you want at Grand Furniture Gallery — all at discounted prices that every parent can appreciate.
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Monday, March 8th, 2010
In the past, furniture styles were named after reigning monarchs or furniture designers. Being such, the Queen Anne style was named after Queen Anne of England. It became popular sometime in the 17th century between 1720-1750. Thanks to English settlers, the Queen Anne style became a desired style in America.
The Queen Anne style furniture is a combination of the William and Mary style and Chippendale style furniture designs. The Queen Anne style furniture represented a lighter and more graceful type of furniture. It was considered to be more elegant and comfortable than previous types of furniture that was produced.
One of the things that made the Queen Anne type of furniture distinct was the cabriole leg. This type of leg had the knee curing outward and the ankle curving inward. The foot usually featured a pad foot which replaced the heavy claw and ball foot which had a delicate ornamental design. You could find these legs on almost all types of Queen Anne style furniture pieces during this time period as you can still in today’s furniture pieces. Early Queen Anne style furniture is known for being made of walnut; but maple and cherry types of wood were used as well.
Stop by Grand Furniture Gallery to see our beautiful Queen Anne inspired furniture designs. We have a wide selection of products that blend the old and new traditional styling to make your room look complete. We have beautifully designed, heirloom quality, Queen Anne style furniture for your dining room and bedroom that will compliment many decorating styles.
Grand Furniture Gallery invites you to visit our website to see what our customers think about the products and services that they have received from us. If you have any doubts about ordering quality North Carolina furniture over the internet, they will surely be put to rest once you see how pleased everyone is when they order from Grand Furniture Gallery!
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Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010
Continuing from Monday…
Stickley’s furniture featured rectangular lines and was usually made of oak that was lightly stained to showcase the wood’s grain. Leather and canvas was used instead of heavy tapestry on seat cushions. Stickley took pride in the fact that he never used nails or glue as fasteners in his furniture pieces. Instead he had visible tenon-and-key joints, exposed tenons, and visible dowels as fasteners. Using these intricate techniques dated back to medieval times and made the Stickley Mission furniture extremely unique and in high demand.
Gustav Stickley considered himself a “craftsman” and published his own magazine called “The Craftsman” from 1901 to 1916. In it he promoted his principles of furniture design, mostly that pieces should be comfortable and well made, and practical too. Always supporting the Arts and Crafts movement, he often stressed the importance of choosing furniture that was more cost effective rather than luxurious.
Despite his many successes in furniture design, Stickley’s creations were subjected to unauthorized knock-off’s which eventually helped put him out of business. In 1915, Gustav Stickley filed for bankruptcy and closed his factory for good. The great news is, that despite his demise, the Mission style furniture still lives on today!
At Grand Furniture Gallery you will find a wide selection of Mission style furniture for every room of your home. Stop by today to see the beautiful bedroom sets, dining sets, office furniture, entertainment centers, armoire/TV Console, occasional tables and pub table and chairs that are available. We offer a variety of sizes and colors to choose from so it is easy to create the perfect Mission style room. Stop by our showroom to see what will inspire you with our quality furniture that is made in North Carolina!
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