Faux Fur Throw A Beautiful And Practical Winter Blanket

By Jose Morris


There is little in the world softer, warmer or more beautiful than fur. Since the early beginnings of humankind animal pelts have been used to keep warm and snug against winter weather. Hides have been used as clothing and blankets for thousands of years. The modern equivalent of this practical and comfortable covering is a faux fur throw.

Many wild cats, bears and other mammals are now endangered with very few breeding in the wild or zoos. Hunting animals for their pelts is abhorrent to a lot of people and owning a real blanket or garment made of fur is frowned upon in most societies. Thankfully, the modern fibers available can recreate the numerous colors and textures without the need for hunting or farming these beautiful creatures for their hides.

An imitation leopard skin or bear skin can be just as beautiful as the real thing. The fibers used can achieve the same warmth and softness. A blanket made from such a fabric is an ideal cover for a sofa or day bed in winter. It can transform a cool leather or harsh cord into the warmest, most comfortable place to snuggle.

The range on offer is even wider than nature can provide. Purple polar bears might not exist, but if you love the texture of that fabric and want to match your drapes then there are companies that can fulfill your wish. Many companies have a wide range of styles, colors and sizes to meet all needs. You may be looking for a cover for your sofa, a blanket for a king size bed or even something for your pet to keep them warm in winter.

By searching the World Wide Web you can easily get a feel for the amount of variety on offer and the prices you are likely to pay. Check to see if the company is based overseas as this will affect shipping costs. Standard king, queen and single sized blankets are easily found; also bespoke sizes can be ordered from many of the companies online so you can exactly match your needs.

As well as the large variety of colors and patterns, the backing fabric for your cover can also vary widely. Some have a backing of the finest satin or soft cottons, while some others have the durable more suede-type fabric. Take the time to work out where you will make use of your purchase and if it will need cleaning regularly.

The ultimate in warmth and comfort is to have a double-sided throw. These can be created using the same fabric or complementary fabrics. You could choose a leopard print for one side and a plainer black bear for the reverse. It is worth bearing in mind though that like its natural counterpart the fabric is heavy so double the skins, double the weight.

Looking after your purchase can normally be easily achieved with dry cleaning or by gentle hand wash. The supplier normally provides care instructions which reflect the exact item you have bought. If you are planning on using your purchase for pet bedding then it is worth picking one that is easy to wash in a machine using a gentle setting such as the wool cycle.




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