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Getting the guest room ready
Short answer: Two sets of bedding, two large towels and an extra blanket cover most guests. Set it out instead of ask...
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When the two of you sleep at different temperatures
Short answer: Two duvets in one bed solves it in most places. If that is not possible, choose a thin shared duvet and...
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How many sets of bedding a household needs
Short answer: Three sets per bed are enough: one on, one in the wash and one in the closet. Four sets give peace of m...
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Towels that smell even after washing
Short answer: The smell comes from bacteria in damp fibers and from fabric softener residue. Wash warmer, skip the so...
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The pillowcase and the skin on your face
Short answer: A pillowcase collects skin oil, sweat and cream residue every night. Change it every two to three days ...
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How often bedding should be changed
Short answer: Once a week is the usual advice for most people. If you sweat heavily, sleep with a pet, or go to bed w...
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How to give a gift that will not be exchanged
Short answer: Avoid sizes, strong colours and things that require particular taste. Then there is nothing to exchange...
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A gift card or an actual gift
Short answer: A gift card wins when size or taste is uncertain. A specific gift wins when you know the person well en...
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A gift for someone who has just moved
Short answer: A new home means things you did not think to buy. Towels and bedding are the two most often missing on ...
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A gift for a colleague without it getting awkward
Short answer: Stick to something neutral and impersonal for a colleague. Underwear and sleepwear do not belong at wor...
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A gift for someone who says they need nothing
Short answer: Choose something they use daily but never buy in good quality for themselves. Socks, underwear and towe...
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One gift idea that works for the whole family
Short answer: Choose the same category for everyone and vary the colour and size for each person. Socks, sleepwear or...
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