Cooler weather is just around the corner so now is the time to look at Fall and Winter bedding. There are many people who would love to have a down comforter but because of allergies or some other reason they are not able to get one. This is why the down alternative comforter is great. You will still be able to have the warmth and feel of a down comforter without all of the problems or the odor associated with certain natural products.

The down comforter is made from the down of ducks or geese and many people are allergic to this.  For those of you that are, they do make a comforter for you, too. Many of the alternative comforters are made from synthetic materials that are similar to the look and feel of down.

Below are a list of different types of alternative comforters that are available.

Primaloft comforters: These are made from a hypoallergenic synthetic material. It is just as warm and comfortable as the down comforter.

Luxurious wool comforters: These are great for people with allergies too. It is lightweight, warm and very soft. A good example of this is the Euphoria Organic Wool Comforter. This comforter is made from lamb wool which is known to repel dust mites. These are great for people who are allergic to dust mites.

Hypodown Comforters: These are also good comforters for people with allergies to dust mites and dust particles. They are a combination of white goose down and milkweed. The Hypoallergenic Hypodown traps any dust and stops it from being released so that you cdon’t inhale it.

Comforters made from alpaca or llama wool are also ones that you can check into getting. These are softer and lighter wool than the sheep comforters are. This will still give you the warmth that you want without the heavy feel.

Other types of the alternative down comforters for people with allergies include: Hyperclean, TempraKON and silk comforters.

 Carpets

When dealing with red wine you need to move fast. To keep red wine stains from setting in carpets or linens, quick blotting or rinsing with cold water is key. On a wet stain, dab the carpet or tablecloth with a dry, white absorbent cloth to remove the excess liquid. If it’s the next morning or the stain has dried, apply a small amount of detergent solution. This should be 1/4 tsp. dishwashing liquid and 1 cup lukewarm water. Apply this to a white cloth and gently blot, working from the edges of the spill to the center to prevent spreading. Let it sit for several minutes. Repeat as needed until the stain is removed. Next you want to rinse with cold water and dab with a clean rag until dry.

  Tablecloth

On a new, wet stain, sprinkle coarse salt to absorb liquid from the fabric. Then blot with cold water or rinse under cold water to remove excess sugars and prevent oxidation.

For an older, dry stain, rub a bit of liquid laundry detergent into the stained area. Launder in the hottest water safe for the fabric with laundry detergent and color-safe bleach.

Repeat as needed until the stain is gone.

   Area rugs are very durable, but spills and stains are bound to happen, especially if there are small children in the house. Below are some general guidelines to help keep your rugs in the best of shape.

General Care
     The first step in caring for you rugs is regular vacuuming.  This not only removes grit, but also prolongs the life of your rug.  Be careful if you have a fringed rug, because a vacuum machine will damage the edges of the fringe.  If the fringe needs cleaning, it is better to use a broom or a brush.  Once or twice a year it also helps to flip the rug over and vacuum its back.  This helps knock out grit that has fallen into the rug’s foundation. Depending on how much traffic your rug sees, it is a good idea to rotate your rug every six months to a year.  This helps ensure even wear of the rug’s pile.
     Over time, grit and dirt will become embedded so deeply in your rug that it will require a professional cleaning.  This will not only remove the deeply embedded dirt, it will also brighten the rug’s overall appearance. It is recommended that a rug be thoroughly, professionally cleaned every 4-5 years. This timeline depends on the amount of traffic that the rug gets.
     If you need to store your rug for any extended period of time, It is suggested that it be cleaned first and then rolled against the nap and wrapped in heavy brown wrapping paper.

Adding a new paint color to your home is an easy and inexpensive way to change the look and ambience of your living area. As cooler weather arrives, warm up your space with this fall’s most popular colors. Whether you favor traditional styling or lean more toward contemporary furnishings, fall’s deeper and bolder paint palette can help set the tone for a warm and seasonal home. And best of all, you don’t have to paint the entire room to get the benefit. You can add paint color as an accent to one wall and completely change the mood of your room.

Want to give your kids free rein to decorate their rooms without the wall looking like something from a swiss cheese factory? Now you can with the creation of a new wall covering that is a magnetic primer, which contains non-toxic iron particles. You’ll need at least two base coats of this special primer under the paint of your choice. The resulting surface will hold magnets, which in turn can hold artwork, including posters. (For best holding power, use broad, flat, or ultra-strong magnets.) Now when your kids change their pictures, either daily or monthly, there won’t be a trail of holes left behind in your newly painted walls. 

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