Between The Sheets Blog

It’s only natural

• Most of us have a natural dip in alertness between 2 – 4pm.
• A 15 minute nap when you’re tired can be a very effective way of staying alert throughout the day. Avoid napping for longer than 20 minutes, after which you will enter deep sleep and feel even worse when you wake up.

See a doctor if your problem continues

• If you have trouble falling asleep night after night, or if you always feel tired the next day, you might have a sleep disorder. It is advisable to seek more advice from your doctor. Most sleep disorders can be treated effectively.

 Increasing allergies from Bed Linen

Increasing numbers of people are finding that they are developing allergies to any number of products commonly found around the home. You may not have thought about how your bedroom may play a part in developing allergies. The average person sleeps for 7 1/2 hours a night so you should consider what bed linen you are using. Controlling the environment that you sleep in is a very important part of controlling allergies.

The most common type of bed linen is a cotton polyester mix.The combination of man-made polyester and commercially produced cotton they are most unsuitable for those who are prone to allergies.Cotton has been known to cause allergic reactions including itching and rashes. In addition, synthetic materials such as sateen, satin, and polyester can cause a plethora of allergic reactions amongst sensitive individuals.

Bamboo Bed Linen – Help in the fight against allergies

The answer for those suffering with allergies is to chose a natural organic bed linen such as Organic 100% Bamboo Bed Linen.  Bamboo Bed Linen is Ideal for Sensitive or Allergy prone skin. 100% Bamboo threads are very fine and create a smooth and soothing fabric. As a natural product Bamboo Fabric is Hypoallergenic, dust mite resistant, biodegradable and totally sustainable.

Bamboo Kuhn – Naturally  anti bacterial

Bamboo Plants contain a natural anti-fungal and anti-bacterial component – Bamboo Kuhn. Bamboo fabric stays fresh as and these properties are retained throughout processing– staying fresher longer. A study by the China Textile Industry Testing Centre showed that bacteria introduced on to the cloth were 99.8% neutralised within 24 hours. A further study in Japan showed that this effect is maintained over time with 70% of bacteria being eliminated within 24 hours even after 50 washes.

Bamboo combats allergies

 Even though your choice of bed linen may seem largely insignificant, the bedding that you choose to sleep in can really impact your quality of life. For any allergy sufferer who wakes up every morning with a runny nose, red eyes, and lots of congestion, natural 100% bamboo bed sheets are the best possible choice.

Between the Sheets 100% Bamboo Bed Sheets are luxurious and eco friendly. Our Bamboo Bed Linen is hypoallergenic and its resistance to dust mites is a big plus for allergy sufferers.

For more information on the benfits to health  and to the environment please  visit our dedicated Bamboo Bed Sheets. Please Click here to View

Nuru Massage the sensual body to body massage system created from Japanese seaweed  is a worldwide phenomenon. Leading suppliers of Nuru Massage products recommend the added dimension to the Nuru Massage sensations. Using a soft, gloss finish PU sheet on the bed creates an awesome sexy massage experience as bodies slip and slide on the PU sheet.

Using Hi quality PU sheets create a stunning sensual experience. Use the  finest PU bed sheets and you protect your mattress  too….and they are fully machine washable!

The finest PU sheets in the world are made by Between the Sheets in England. They are hand made in the UK and are designed to fit whatever size bed you have.

Click here to View more info on PU bed sheets from Between the Sheets

PU Sheets from Between the Sheets come in a great range of colours

At Between the Sheets the flat sheet is not just that !!!!

 The flat sheet not only drapes over your body as a top sheet to sleep under at night but when purchased ‘oversized’and draped over your whole be  becomes a ‘bed dressing’ by day, just top it off with a few cushions in contrasting tones and textures and you have a really classy bedroom statement !

 Flat sheets, in all our soft drape fabrics (pure silk, poly satin, velvet,) have fully finished edges and a deep cuff with our characteristic ‘shell’ stitching.

 In particular leather, High Gloss PVC and latex flat sheets offer themselves as throws for sofas and chairs as well as a top sheet in bed; again, a few cushions make the mood change complete.

 The poly satin flat sheets are wonderful as window dressing, so soft and floaty and easy to change the feeling of a room by throwing the flat sheet over a curtain pole and allowing the soft drape and shine of the fabric to glow in the natural window light. Use a string of glass beads as a tie back.

 Latex and High Gloss PVC flat sheets can be used as 4 poster drapes

Bed Sizes

How to measure your bed

Check out our handy page showing how to measure your bed and many of the UK, Euro, US and world sizes of Bed linen that we stock as standard at www.betweenthesheets.co.uk/bed-size-guide.htm We even manufacture and stock that hard to find bed linen to fit your Ikea Bed.

And no matter if you can’t find the right size for your bed because as leading UK Manufacturers – Between the Sheets can make for all sizes and all shapes of beds here in our Wiltshire factory.

Please take a look at our Video Showing how to measure your bed to make sure you get bed linen to fit.

Extra Large Beds need Extra Large Bed Linen

Very large beds are becoming more and more popular worldwide with Californian Kings, Emperor Size and even larger sizes. Bed mattresses are getting deeper and deeper and more round and shaped beds are being sold than ever before.

But how do I find Bed Linen to Fit?

Unfortunately it is very difficult to find bed linen to  fit larger beds. Most retailers only stock standard items and cannot get bed linen to fit larger beds . The answer is to buy your bed linen direct from a manufacturer. A quality bed linen manufacturer has the ability to provide a custom service so, whatever size or shape they can supply bed linen that will fit properly.

Get Bed Linen for any Size or Shape of Bed Here

To get Exclusive, Luxury Bed Linen for the Larger Bed including UK Super King, Euro Super King, Water Beds, US Eastern King, US Californian King, Round Beds, Emperor Beds, Giant Beds, Antique Beds, Custom Beds and Bed Linen for Yachts take a look at this site. Between the Sheets are based in the UK and  stock larger bed sizes as standard. They also offer a custom service.    Click Here to View

Bamboo Bed Linen Helps ease the Symptoms

Using Bamboo Bed Linen can really help in subduing the  symptoms of eczema. Many hundreds of people are now experiencing the relief that comes from using our wonderful Bamboo Bed Linen. Its grown organically and has some amazing properties.It has huge advantages over cotton – Bamboo is softer, stronger, more lustrous, and three times more absorbent than cotton – it wicks away moisture, so it is cool in Summer and warm in Winter. The softness is ideal for babies and those with sensitive skin, eczema or allergic skin conditions.  Has a soothing effect on irritating Skin Conditions such as eczema.  Naturally anti bacterial and anti static and highly dust mite resistant – ideal  for those prone to allergies and asthma.

We get some lovely letters back from our customers. This one really touched us:-

“ My daughter is ten months and has eczema. She has taken to sleeping on her front and rubbing her face on the sheets! We were using 100% cotton sheets and in the morning her cheeks would be red like the skin was burned. since using the bamboo cot sheets her face looks lovely in the morning! 

Thank you for a wonderful product, I would happily recommend these sheets to anyone with a skin condition or without.” W.S   UK

If you have an issue with eczema or any irittating skin condition, click  here for more information.

Bamboo Bed Linen and Bedding Perfect for Children and those with a sensitive skin.

Bamboo Bed Linen proven to help with Night Sweats

Many people suffer from overheating at night or night sweats. This can be a distressing , very uncomfortable condition which can seriously impact on restful sleep and overall health.
Regular sufferers should certainly see their doctor as this condition can be a symptom of some very serious illnesses. However for many people night sweats cannot be cured and its something they simply have to live with.

Natural Bamboo Bed Linen

The condition can be very much helped by sleeping in natural bed linen. Bamboo Bed Linen can make a huge  difference. It has huge advantages over cotton – Bamboo is softer, stronger, more lustrous, and three times more absorbent than cotton – it wicks away moisture, so it is cool in Summer and warm in Winter. The softness is ideal for babies and those with sensitive skin or allergic skin conditions. The structure of the Bambo Fibre uniquely wicks away moisture from the body extremely effectively, reducing the body’s temperature.

Here are a couple of testimonials to the effectiveness of Bamboo Bed Linen.

“Since you spend about a third of your life in bed (8 hours per day) and you loose the most sweat there (which causes itching which worsens skin problems) bedding is the most important part of trying to relieve skin problems. Temperature control, moist wicking and breathability is of great importance in this aspect. 100% Bamboo has proven to be the best fabric in all these aspects for the skin problems of H. MB Germany”

“We can confirm that the 100% bamboo has indeed provided a huge relief on the skin problems of H. He has a dust mite allergy and has atopic eczema. The duvet covers already made a difference and with the duvets and mattress topper the relief is even bigger.”

To find out more about the wonderful health giving benefits of sleeping in Bamboo Bed Linen and Bamboo Duvets and Toppers . Please Click Here

Create the routine of  regular bedtime and wake up time

• Make a habit of going to bed and waking up at the same time each day, even on days off and weekends. This helps  your body clock to keep to these times. Resisting the urge for a lie-in can really help in keeping you alert throughout the day.
• If you haven’t slept well, don’t  sleep in longer than normal,  getting up at your normal time keeps your body in its normal wake-up routine.
• Remember that  even after only four hours of sleep the brain has gained many of the important benefits.

More Top Tips on getting a restful night’s sleep.Watch what you eat!

• Don’t eat a large heavy meal close to bedtime. It will interfere with your sleep patterns.

•  Fatty or Spicy foods may cause indigestion and heartburn.  These conditions often cause  difficulty in falling asleep and discomfort throughout the night.

• Foods containing tyramine cause the release of norepinephrine, a brain stimulant.  Foods containing norepinephrine are bacon, cheese, ham, aubergines, pepperoni, raspberries avocado, nuts, soy sauce, red wine might keep you awake at night.

• If you get hungry close to bedtime,  it is a good idea to eat something that triggers the hormone serotonin, which makes you sleepy. Carbohydrates such as bread or cereal  are ideal.

Always try to make your bed as comfortable as you can. Check out our wonderful ranges of Bedding and Bed Linen at www.betweenthesheets.co.uk