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Archive for November, 2011

New research by a charity has found that 12 million people across the UK are suffering from allergies brought on by their own home, with mattresses and beds being the biggest culprit due to house dust mite collected within the material.

Allergy UK found that a considerable amount of people have some level of allergy to dust mites, pets, mould and cleaning products, and these allergies are boosted in the winter months due to people using central heating. 59% of people that suffer from allergies state that the symptoms are a whole lot worse in the bedroom, as the temperature offers a breeding ground for dust mites. The typical bed can be home to two million dust mites, and the typical pillow doubles in weight in six months due to dust mite faeces, showing the importance of frequently cleaning and replacing your bedding and the bed itself.

Homeowners that are looking to replace the beds in their home have several possibilities open to them to, so it’s crucial to completely research what kind of mattresses, beds and bed frames you would like within your house, particularly if you are susceptible to allergies.

Experts suggest that you ought to make positive changes to single mattresses and double mattresses a minimum of every 8 – 10 years, whereas at present 13% the public have had their current mattress for 11 years or more. Those who have problems with allergies should think about purchasing allergy protectors for their homes or investing in items such as memory foam mattresses which are not as likely to cause allergy issues – nevertheless, because memory foam mattresses keep heat much better than traditional mattresses some people with skin allergies can find that they will have a reaction, therefore it is vital to invest time doing research into the most suitable mattresses for your preferences.

Whilst replacing their mattresses, many people opt to replace the double and single beds around their residence. New trends mean that there are a extensive range of cheap beds accessible which fit any style of home, so whether you’re shopping for traditional wooden beds, modern leather beds or inexpensive metal beds, you can get one that properly suits your home.

More traditionally decorated homes often choose wooden beds for a classic looking design, and with both double and single beds available these can be useful for the master suite, children’s bedrooms or guest rooms. Wooden beds have been developed recently and there are options out there which includes sleigh beds, four poster beds and frames with storage drawers which have a look of divan beds, so you can find the ideal one to perfectly compliment your décor.

A contemporary bedroom will generally be more suited to a bed made from more contemporary material, for example metal beds or leather beds. Metal beds are available in a number of designs, from elegantly and stylish specially designed frames featuring elaborate work, to more practical and very affordable designs. By comparison, leather beds often only can be found in a few unique styles but are accessible in colours such as black, brown, white and even red and pink. The fantastic choice available with the different materials, types and colours in modern beds suggest that everyone can now afford to have the perfect bed to stop problems with allergies and ensure they get a perfect night’s sleep!