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Total questions: 32
Worksheet time: 17mins
Which one of these are correct about mattress
Knowing the frame is critical. Box spring dimension not as much
Knowing frame, mattress and box spring dimension is critical
Dimensions is more important than knowing which frame and mattress to get
What are the different types of mattress. (Needs to include all)
Spring, foam, latex, gel, hybrid and adjustable
Spring, memory foam, latex, gel, hybrid and adjustable
Spring, foam, memory foam, latex, gel, hybrid and adjustable
Spring, memory foam, foam, late, gel, hybrid, adjustable and feathers
What is a mattress pad/ topper for
Added top, thickness, increase comfort. Then use mattress cover or protector
Thickness and increase comfort. Then use mattress cover/ protector
For thickness and comfort. Never use mattress cover or protector
For top and comfort of the mattress. Then use mattress cover/ protector
What’s fitted sheet & flat sheet for?
Fitted: bottom sheet for tightly over the mattress Flat: large flat fabric above fitted sheet, below top layer
Flat: bottom sheet for tightly over the mattress Fitted: large flat fabric above fitted sheet, below top layer
Neither
What’s a duvet and duvet cover?
Duvet: large bag filled with soft material and also used for top layer of bedding so it’s warm Duvet cover: decorative and protects the duvet
Duvet cover: large bag filled with soft material and also used for top layer of bedding so it’s warm Duvet: decorative and protects the duvet
Duvet: large bag filled with soft material and also used for top layer of bedding so it’s warm Duvet cover: decorative and protects the duvet
What is a comforter?
Filled bed thats quilted it is not usually reversible. Good for aesthetic purpose and up to date
For aesthetic purpose only
Filled bed thats quilted and usually reversible. Not for aesthetics and keeping up with current
Is coverlet (quilted application) lightweight and doesn’t go on the floor?
False: it can touch the floor
True
What is a throw blanket?
For decoration
Larger made in bed size
What is a regular blanket?
For decoration
Larger made in bed size
What’s a standard pillow size?
20x26 one per twin bed and two per full or queen
20”x30” two per queen
20”x36” two per king bed
26”x26” mix
What’s a queen pillow size?
20x26 one per twin bed and two per full or queen
20”x30” two per queen
20”x36” two per king bed
26”x26” mix
What’s a euro pillow size?
20x26 one per twin bed and two per full or queen
20”x30” two per queen
20”x36” two per king bed
26”x26” mix
What’s a king pillow size?
20x26 one per twin bed and two per full or queen
20”x30” two per queen
20”x36” two per king bed
26”x26” mix
What’s a sham?
Decorative
Used over pillow to protect pillow case
A pillow that has to match the duvet
What is a thread count?
Count number of threads in 1 sq inch of fabric
Threads in 2 sq inch of materials
I don’t know
Counting numbers 1 thread at a time
Why is thread count important?
Because if it’s breathability l, durability, stretch and texture. (Higher the better)
Because of its great breability, durability, stretch, texture (lower the thread count the better)
Which fabric to use in bedding?
100% Cotton
100% Linen
Cotton linen blends
Cotton poly
Bamboo
Why is 100% cotton and linen, together with cotton linen blends, cotton polyester and bamboo used for bedding?
Cause it’s durable, washable, lightweight and breathable
Cause it’s lightweight and breathable
Cause it’s washable, lightweight and breathable
Is 100% cotton vary in qualities? Is it also soft, cool and less likely to stain
True
False: cotton is likely to stain and stink up
Which one is true about polyester cotton blend?
Wrinkle free, easy care, not expensive, durable compared to cotton. But can pullover time and irritates skin
Wrinkle free, not expensive and durable. But can stain easily as it absorbs liquids fast
It’s easy care and not expensive but wrinkles and not as durable
Which cotton is superior?
Upland (US staple fibre)
Egyptian cotton (smooth and longer importing and carbon footprint)
Pima cotton ( North America long staple fibre)
Which weave is best in hot weather?
Percale (plain weave that’s is matte and crisp)
Sateen (silky smooth with luminous sheen)
Which weave is best in cold weather?
Percale (plain weave that’s is matte and crisp)
Sateen (silky smooth with luminous sheen)
Is mulberry highest quality silk?
False
True
Is jacquard weave for duvet cover or comforters?
True
False
Is lyocell good for sheet and bedding?
True: it’s slippery and breathe well
False: it’s not durable and it’s irritating to skin
What other sheet and beddings types are there
Jersey knit weave
Flannel
Bamboo
Gel
For organic fibres. How many years till your land is pesticide free?
2 yrs
3 yrs
6 yrs
Is hemp naturally pest resistant?
False
True
How much does hemp grows within 4 months?
10M-14M
4M-8M
2M-4M
Which ones are sustainable fabric certification?
Oeko- Tex
Oteko
Green guard
Green safeguard
Which examples are reinventions?
MODAL/LYOCELL
GELL/LYOCELL
MODAL/ POLY
POLY / GE
