Shopping for Zebra Bedding
So, you’re in the market for zebra bedding, eh? Well, it sounds like you’re planning an exciting room. And whether this is for a child that loves animals, or if you’re just looking for a little more flair in your own bedroom, we’re here to help. Zebra print bedding, in case there is any confusion often consists of varied width and length, alternating black and white stripes. Though we’ll all agree that it’s not for everyone, a zebra bed can really help to add some character and personality to a room. So, what kind of things should you look for as you shop for zebra bedding, and where are some good places to go shopping? We’ll try to answer these questions in this post, so keep reading.
First off, some potential pitfalls that you should be aware of before you buy. The most important thing to remember is that you’re going to be extra cautious about the quality of the sheets you buy. Because people often buy this bedding as a gag gift, or as something they intend to use only a handful of times, manufacturers will often treat this product as one that they can put minimal effort into in terms of quality control and the like. But you’ve got a little metric called ‘thread count’ on your side. Regardless of other people shopping for zebra sheets, the producers are still required to list thread count, your best measurement of quality. As stated in other posts on this site, you probably want to stick with sheets that have at least a 380 count. Remember to err on the high side the larger the size that you’re buying.
Once you’ve got your quality issues ironed out, the next thing to do is pull a big enough piece of the fabric out of the packaging that you can actually get a good idea of what the pattern will look like on your bed. Obviously Zebra print is a little more hit-or-miss than other patterns, but don’t be afraid to pull a decent chunk out of the packaging. Certainly don’t go pulling every sheet in the store out, but use your common sense. Once you’ve confirmed that the thread count is up to snuff, and the picture on the packaging looks like something you might like, take some out and just confirm that the stripes on the actual product match what you’ve got in mind.
Bed in a bag is a relatively new concept, and fear not, you can find zebra bed in a bag as well. This seems like it has been a great solution for a lot of people looking for the quick one stop shop kind of approach. I can’t say a whole lot about it other than it is available in this pattern. I, personally, have never owned a bed in a bag set, though I have plenty of friends with trustworthy opinions that say their stuff is great. I can say, however, that it is available on Amazon, so definitely take a look. Here’s a link to one set I found that looks pretty good: 11Pcs Queen Zebra Bed in a Bag Set
As you might imagine, there is just about every imaginable variation on the zebra bedding theme. Whether you’re looking for pink zebra bedding, or zebra baby bedding, you can rest assured that it’s out there. Don’t believe me? Check out this Hot Pink, Black & White Funky Zebra Bedding
And that leads me to my last, and perhaps most important point. You should certainly feel free to shop at will. Buy zebra bedding, buy star wars bedding, buy whatever you want. But it’s very easy to go overboard with a pattern like zebra, and it’s probably something that you should avoid if at all possible. After all, we’ve all been to a friend’s home (no need to name names) that has just a bit too much interest in a certain design element or the like. It can lead to a very cramped and awkward feeling in a house, and quite frankly, some embarrassment amongst your friends. Though don’t worry, they’ll never tell you.
So, in the end, as with all things, it’s all about personal preference. Take as much or as little risk as you like, but remember to have fun. It is, of course, your house, and no one has to live there except for you. Do remember to take some care when shopping, as mentioned about double checking the thread count and pattern (if possible), and prepare for your new foray into the African savanna. Good luck, and check back here for more helpful tips.
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