Yorkshire Linen http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog Just another WordPress weblog Wed, 30 Mar 2011 09:42:36 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.6.3 en The Great British Sleep Survey http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/2011/03/the-great-british-sleep-survey/ http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/2011/03/the-great-british-sleep-survey/#comments Wed, 30 Mar 2011 09:42:36 +0000 admin http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/?p=78 Some interesting insights from a recent sleep survey of over 6000 people in the UK.

 

Sleep quality deteriorates with age - 30% of 16-20 year olds report getting a good night’s sleep compared with 17% of over 60’s.  Older people were twice as likely to take sleeping pills – 30% of over 60’s are taking some form of prescription or over the counter remedy.

 

So – don’t take a good night’s sleep for granted!  Give yourself a helping hand!  As well as having a fabulous range of duvet sets, curtains, throws and cushions to enhance the look of your home, the Yorkshire Linen Co also has all the products you need to take you to the land of nod!  Snuggly duvets to suit all the seasons, blissfully soft mattress toppers, soft and supportive pillows and much more.

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With two Royal Weddings this year and hosting the Olympics next year, Great Britain is well and truly in the global spotlight! 

 

Fly the flag with our fabulous Union Jack Crown Cushion which brings patriotism bang up to date! Beautiful quality in heavyweight tapestry. 

 

We also have a classic commemorative tea towel for more traditional tastes – celebrating William and Catherine’s wedding on 29th April.  Absorbent and durable as you would expect from the Yorkshire Linen Co – or you could keep it in pristine condition as a great souvenir of the day!

]]> http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/2011/03/cool-britannia/feed/ How to get a Better Night’s Sleep. Tip 6 http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/2011/03/how-to-get-a-better-nights-sleep-tip-6/ http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/2011/03/how-to-get-a-better-nights-sleep-tip-6/#comments Tue, 01 Mar 2011 15:06:28 +0000 admin http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/?p=71 Have a warm relaxing bath before bed, perhaps with a few drops of lavender oil before slipping under the sheets.  Make your bedroom as an oasis of calm  – ban the telly and snuggle up with a book before bed time instead.

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Invest in a new pillow to suit your taste and improve support for your head and neck – try amazing memory foam which responds to your body temperature & shape and uses space-age technology to improve your comfort.  Modern hollow fibre fillings have the feel of down whilst being perfect for those with allergies to natural fillings.  Or, go for the sheer pleasure of natural fillings - White Goose Down is the ultimate luxury – plump it every day and it will feel blissful for years.

 

]]> http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/2011/02/how-to-get-a-better-nights-sleep-tip-5/feed/ Spring is Just Around the Corner http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/2011/02/spring-is-just-around-the-corner/ http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/2011/02/spring-is-just-around-the-corner/#comments Wed, 16 Feb 2011 13:42:12 +0000 admin http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/?p=65 The mornings are definitely getting lighter and Spring feels just around the corner.  Why not wake up to a new look?  The beauty of bedding is that you can dramatically change a room for less money than you might think – especially with Yorkshire Linen Co prices! Vintage is a great look where you can combine traditional shabby chic with some bang up to date pieces.  We love Kirstie Allsop’s “traditional, with a hint of modern” Miranda and Lydia duvet covers which look fabulous with her funky cushions in the same range. A tartan throw completes the look! If you’ve got the time, scout around local junk shops or car boot sales for some bargain antique accessories.  Love your bedroom!

 

]]> http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/2011/02/spring-is-just-around-the-corner/feed/ How to get a Better Night’s Sleep. Tip 4 http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/2011/02/how-to-get-a-better-nights-sleep-tip-4/ http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/2011/02/how-to-get-a-better-nights-sleep-tip-4/#comments Tue, 15 Feb 2011 13:01:40 +0000 admin http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/?p=63 Make sure your bed is big enough for you to stretch out whilst sleeping.  Experiment with a padded mattress topper for extra comfort or support - Yorkshire Linen Co has a wide range to choose from.

]]> http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/2011/02/how-to-get-a-better-nights-sleep-tip-4/feed/ How to get a Better Night’s Sleep. Tip 3 http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/2011/02/how-to-get-a-better-nights-sleep-tip-3/ http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/2011/02/how-to-get-a-better-nights-sleep-tip-3/#comments Mon, 14 Feb 2011 12:27:00 +0000 admin http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/?p=61 Keep your bedroom dark when you are sleeping – even the light from a radio alarm can interrupt sleep.  Make sure your curtains block out as much light as possible - you might even want to invest in black-out blinds.

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Give your bedroom a makeover.  Choose a new colour scheme for your sheets, a colour co-ordinated duvet set or bedspread or just new cushions and accessories – it costs less than you think to create a whole new look with a few well chosen pieces

]]> http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/2011/02/how-to-get-a-better-nights-sleep-tip-2/feed/ Overseas delivery now available http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/2011/02/overseas-delivery-now-available/ http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/2011/02/overseas-delivery-now-available/#comments Mon, 07 Feb 2011 13:19:38 +0000 admin http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/?p=57 Did you know that we now deliver to a wide range of different countries?  Tried and tested Yorkshire Linen Co quality and value delivered to your door.  Just because you are far from home doesn’t  mean you have to go without your favourite bedding and homewares.  Check out the website for our rates and destinations.

]]> http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/2011/02/overseas-delivery-now-available/feed/ How to get a Better Night’s Sleep. Tip 1 http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/2011/02/how-to-get-a-better-nights-sleep-tip-1/ http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/2011/02/how-to-get-a-better-nights-sleep-tip-1/#comments Fri, 04 Feb 2011 11:44:00 +0000 admin http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/blog/?p=55 There are many different reasons for insomnia, but there are a few steps which everyone can take to improve their chances of a good night’s sleep.      

Make sure you are neither too hot nor too cold.   Most people sleep best in a slightly cool room (about 65 F) with good ventilation.  Change your bedding with the seasons.  Lower tog rating duvets stop you overheating in summer, whilst cuddly 13.5/15 tog duvets will keep you warm and snuggly on winter nights

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