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Home Accessories
Semester 5
For the educational purpose of students studying fashion & textile
In worldwide institutions.

Home Furnishing
• The main article for this category
is furnishings. This category is for items which
occupy the home and make it fit to live within.
This may include some furniture type (def:The
movable articles in a room or an
establishment that make it fit for living or
working.[Old French fourniture, from fournir,
to furnish.)
By : Rajesh Sharma, Chandigarh

Types of Bedding Accessories
Top Sheet
• A top sheet, also known as a flat sheet, is the sheet you put
over the top of your bed to separate you from your comforter
or duvet. Some duvet or comforter sets do not include a top
sheet because they’ll have a smooth, crisp cotton side
instead, which replaces it.

Bottom Sheet
•A bottom sheet, or fitted sheet, is the sheet with the elastic-edge that is used to
fit over your mattress--hence the name bottom or fitted sheet.
•

Coverlet
• A coverlet is a decorative
fabric
• covering that does not
touch the floor and
normally does not cover
the pillows. Woven
coverlets and quilts fall into
this category.

Bedspread
• A bedspread is similar to a
coverlet--a thin, decorative
covering--but it normally covers
the entire bed and touches the
floor.
Blanket or Throw
• A blanket or throw is a small
covering normally found at the
foot of a bed used for extra
warmth or decorative accents.

Comforter
• A comforter is a bed cover
stuffed with fibers then sewed
together at all four sides. This
stuffing is added to create
additional warmth and comfort
on cold nights. A comforter can
be decorative and come in
many different colors, patterns,
and designs. It’s normally used
as a major decorative element
in bedrooms.

Duvet
• A duvet is similar to a comforter except it requires the use
of a duvet cover, where a comforter does not.
Duvet Cover
• A duvet covers is used over a comforter or duvet. It will
have an opening where the comforter or duvet is inserted,
once placed inside, it's opening is closed with buttons. The
duvet cover is normally a decorative covering, which basic
function is to add décor to your bedroom. Some duvet
covers will have a sheet fabric sewn into one side so a top
sheet is not required, which helps with making the bed
since there's no need to tuck in any sheets.

Euro or Continental Pillow
• A Euro or Continental pillow--a large
square pillow--is a decorative pillow that
sits back against the headboard.
Sleeping Pillow
• A sleeping pillow is the medium-sized
rectangular pillow that you lay your head
on when sleeping. A sleeping pillow can
come in many sizes--such as standard,
Queen, or King--to fit your bed or
sleeping habits.

Decorative Pillow
• A decorative pillow, also
referred to as an accent
or throw pillow , is a
small pillow that comes
in many shapes, sizes
and colors to add
decoration to a bed.

Bolster Pillow
• A Bolster pillow is a tubular pillow used to
lean back against for lumbar support, but
typically it’s used as a decorative pillow or
accent pillow. These pillows range in size
from very small to some that span the
entire width of the bed.
Pillowcase
• A pillowcase is used to cover a sleeping
pillow and sometimes decorative. It’s
normally a rectangular shape with an
opening on one end where you insert the
pillow.

Pillow Sham
• A pillow sham is similar to a pillowcase but it does not
open on one side, instead it has a flange, which is an
extra piece of fabric that extends from where the pillow
sham is sewn on each edge. Pillow shams create a
more finished look, which is why they are used over
pillowcases. Pillow shams are often more decorative
than pillowcases and more likely to have elaborate
embellishes on them.

Bed Skirt
• A bed skirt is decorative piece of bedding placed
between the mattress and box springs. It extends
to the floor and its main function is to hide the
box spring as well as add decor. Bed skirts are
commonly used with coverlets, duvets, and
comforter sets.
• Now that you understand the different types of
bedding, find great information on the types of
bedding fabrics, weaves, and pillows to help you
find comfort and a good night’s rest.

UK BED SIZES AND BED LINEN
SIZES
• UK Bed and Mattress Sizes
• Fitted Sheet
• Fitted Sheet Deep
• Flat Sheet
• Duvet Cover

• UK Small Single Long 2ft 6” x 6ft 6”
• 76 x 200 x 20cm
• 76 x 200 x 26cm
• 180 x 260cm
• 135 x 200cm

• UK Single 90 x 190 cm - 3 ft x 6ft 3in.
• 90 x 190 x 20cm
• 90 x 190 x 26cm
• 180 x 260cm
• 135 x 200cm

• Single Long 3ft x 6ft 6”
•
• 90 x 200 x 20cm
• 90 x 200 x 26cm
• 180 x 260cm
• 135 x 200cm

• Small Double 4ft x 6ft 3"
• 120 x 190 x 20cm
• 120 x 190 x 26cm
• 220 x 260cm
• 200 x 200cm

UK Double 135 x 190 cm - 4 ft
6 in x 6ft 3in
• 135 x 190 x 20cm
• 135 x 190 x 26cm
• 220 x 260cm
• 200 x 200cm

Euro Double IKEA size 140 x
200cm
•
• 140 x 200 x 20cm
• 140 x 200 x 26cm
• 220 x 260cm
• 200 x 200cm

• UK King Size 150 x 200 cm - 5 ft x 6ft 6in
• 150 x 200 x 20cm
• 150 x 200 x 26cm
• 265 x 275cm
• 225 x 220cm

• Euro King IKEA size 150 x 200cm
•
• 160 x 200 x 20cm
• 160 x 200 x 26cm
• 265 x 275cm
• 240 x 220cm

• UK Super King 183 x 200 cm - 6 ft x 6ft 6in
• 183 x 200 x 20cm
• 183 x 200 x 26cm
• 280 x 290cm
• 260 x 220cm

Emperor
• 214 x 214 x 20cm
• 214 x 214 x 26cm
• 320 x 300cm
• 290 x 240cm

Factors Affecting the Selection of Design
• Factors affecting selection of design for household linens
• Our homes reflect our personalities and lifestyles. Home
furnishings speak for themselves and add a personal touch.
• The use of furnishings adds character and mood to a room.
Home furnishings come in a variety of styles.
• One can select from a simple to most elegant style as budget
allows. One can choose a style that suits their lifestyle and
taste – traditional to minimalist, modern to ethnic, chic.
• Furnishings can be mixed and matched – all it needs is
creativity and time

• Colour schemes and house dimensions should
be kept in mind before embarking on a home
furnishing plan.
• The architectural elements of a room can be
enhanced with the right selection of designs
and patterns in home furnishing.
• Various factors influencing the selection of
designs are as follows:

End use:
• selection of design to the larger extent depends upon the end
use of the household linen.
• These can be categorized into furnishings and other home
textiles.
• Furnishings include table linen, bed linen, curtains, draperies,
floor coverings and furniture covers. Other home textiles
include blankets, quilts, kitchen textiles, towels and napkins.

Size of room
• Big rooms require dark coloured furnishing
items. Rich look of jacquard and tapestry
makes a luxurious style.
• Small rooms require light coloured furnishing
items which make the room more spacious.
Large patterns can create an overpowering
effect. Instead, small patterns or self-
patterned fabrics are a better selection.

Type of Room
• Drawing room requires formal arrangement so elaborate
woven patterns like jacquard, damask, brocade materials are
best suited.
• Pure bright colours should be avoided.
• Living room is the liveliest area of home, bright colours,
abstract, contemporary and geometrical designs are more
appropriate.
• Bed room: The soft light colours are more preferable for this
room.
• The floral prints or dobby designs, designs with
flowing line and rhythm are main choice for these.

• Dinning room: Colours and patterns of nature, fruits and
vegetables are more appropriate
• Children room- printed sheets with bright colours will appeal
the little ones.
• The bright hues with geometrical and stylized designs are
mainly considered.
• Cartoon characters are always center of attraction for
children.

Types of Arrangement
• Formal: Formal arrangement includes the use of subdued
colours.
• The designs also varies according to the work place where it
will be used for example, in offices and institutes, the small
designs, check and stripes are considered best where as,
• in home (drawing room) and hotels the elaborate and
intricate designs are preferred.
• Infromal : casual approach requires more innovation and
creativity.
• Informal arrangement looks good with bold all over designs in
bright colours.
• Mirror work, sequins and embroidery can be used to add
touch of glamour.

• Type of furniture: Furniture type influence the selection of
furnishing material.
– Heavy classic wooden furniture looks good with elaborated
woven patterns and elegant designs in subdued colours.
– Contemporary type of furniture (like wrought iron, cane
and glass) goes well with soft, delicate fabric in pleasant
colours and designs.

Geographical location
• Warm places: For soothing out the effect of warmth, light and
cool colours are preferred.
• Cool places: Use of warm or bright colours in furnishing will
help to create the feeling of warmth and coziness.
• Dimension/s of the made-up: shape and size
• All factors are interdependent for example the choice of
colours not only depends on the size or type of room but also
depends on the climatic and geographical conditions

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