Well hello to you my reader chums! I'm currently on my journey of learning more about sustainability and doing my bit to help the planet in the small ways I'm able to as an individual. I'm no expert but I'm learning and every day I come across things or new ways of how I'm able to make simple sustainable swaps.
I've spoken about living sustainably, travelling sustainably, dressing sustainably, and how sustainability is a privilege, and in this post, I wanted to be a bit more specific, and the sustainable swaps you can make in your bedroom.
This post contains gifted items from The Fine Bedding Company.
Whether you're new to trying to be sustainable or want to know more about how you can do your bit, here are the sustainable swaps to make for your bedroom.
Change to more sustainable bedding
Sustainable bedding is easy to find and more available than you may think. When The Fine Bedding Company got in touch about gifting me one of their duvets to review, I had to say yes. The Fine Bed Company's main focus is sustainability and comfort with its luxury bedding range which is completely up my street and a company that has similar ethics to mine. They're a fourth-generation UK-based company with their own 100% zero waste factory and offer premium down feather and innovative fibre-filled bedding.
Like with anything you buy for your bedroom, you need to do your research about where it's sourced to see if that's sustainable as well as the materials used. When I received the Night Owl Duvet, I was instantly impressed with how soft it was to touch and the luxury feel about it. The duvet is all in one, which means there is no need to put a sheet over it and can save a lot of time in the bed-making process as you simply wash the entire thing by itself.
I've tried this duvet out for a while now and I can honestly say I'm in love. It's very light in weight but has a top level of comfort and somehow, is able to keep me warm on the ultra-cold nights and cool on the super hot nights we've had in the summer. I love it and can't believe I haven't heard of this brand before now! I definitely would love to buy more of their duvets. It's certainly a pricier brand like with any sustainable product, however, the sheer quality and comfort level matches the price tag.
Recycle properly
I'm guilty of admitting, sometimes I'm not the best at recycling my bedroom waste. We all accumulate it, whether it's parcel packaging, tissues, or food wrappers, everything needs to be disposed of properly. The best way to do this is instead of throwing your bedroom waste into the normal bin, take the time and pull out the items that can actually be recycled and dispose of them in the correct bins. It's a tedious task but it can make a big difference in the long run. Like they say, reduce, reuse and recycle.
Switch off your devices when you're not using them
We're all obsessed with devices and well, use electricity in our everyday life without even realising it. But, do you always remember to turn off the switches at the wall or shut your computer down when you've finished with it? I can safely say, I'm very forgetful about this but it can help in the long run. By switching off devices and all the switches on the walls when you're not using them, it can save on your electricity usage and energy.
Introduce plants into your room
Plants are beautiful whether it's a cactus or a bunch of flowers; they add not only a beautiful vision to your space, but can also be very beneficial for your environment. Plants produce oxygen and release moisture into the room which can help with sleeping and also reduce the likeliness of dry coughs and sore throats.
The usage of plants can really help purify the air in your bedroom space and remove toxins which will do wonders for your health and also bring nature into your home.
Consider where you're buying your furniture/decor from
Sustainability isn't just about reusing items, it's to lessen the impact overall of the damage we're doing to the planet and that means researching where you're sourcing the items from which you purchase for your bedroom. Whether it's a wardrobe or a pillow, not all furniture is made ethically. And by ethically, I mean made from sustainable materials and in an ethical process where the workers are paid fairly for their work.
If you're looking to buy some new furniture, do some research of the company of where they source their materials and how things are made, and the process of the final outcome. By researching, you'll be able to educate yourself further on what companies are ethical and sustainable, and the ones you should avoid. Obviously, it's worth noting that sustainable furnishings are going to cost more than furnishings that are made and sold cheaply, but the investment usually pays off as it's better for the planet, and things that are made well, will last longer.
I hope you enjoyed this post! What other changes can you think of?
Thank you for reading <3
These are good tips to make your room more environment friendly. Love these ideas. Thank you for sharing.
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DeleteI'm learning to implement more sustainable changes into my life, but I've never thought of swapping my bedding although it makes so much sense! I'm trying my best to recycle everything but I'm definitely not as good when it comes to switching off my devices.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing!
That's great to hear xx
DeleteGreat ideas! I love and support brands that are moving towards more sustainable ways and options. That duvet looks really comfy and nice!
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DeleteThis is great! I'm going to have to take a look at my own bedroom to see if I can make some changes. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThank you lovely xx
DeleteThe bedroom is definitely somewhere I could improve my sustainability for sure! Although I do sort out my rubbish! 😂😂
ReplyDeleteHaha I love that xx
DeleteSustainability is such an important issue and we should all have it in our mind for every aspect of our lives. Never really thought about it when it comes to bedroom used products so this was a great read! Thank you for sharing!
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DeleteSuch fab ideas here! My bedroom is my sanctuary and I'm always looking for ways to improve on it, even better being sustainable! I always switch off plugs when not in use, terrified of anything happening lol
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DeleteLove this post Della! Thank you for sharing, I think sustainable swaps can be hard- and I never considered these bedroom ideas :)
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DeleteLoved all of these ideas! I have been trying to be more sustainable in the every day, and still I hadn't thought about the bedroom at all! I really love the look of the duvet, so will look into it when mine needs changing in a bit. I love that plants not only are aesthetically good but they also help our health x
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Deletethank you for your sustainable tips for a bedroom!! this is so handy and will use it when i change things up!
ReplyDeleteJessica | www.overdressedblogger.com
Some great tips here! Thank you for sharing xx
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DeleteLove this post! It's like a reminder for me to always switch off devices and electricity if I'm not in my bedroom. Thank you Della! Oh and that duvet look super comfy though! xx
ReplyDeletelenne | lennezulkiflly.com
Thank so much xx
DeleteFantastic post! In a recent bid to reduce waste in my bedroom I got rid of the bin altogether so now I have to put any waste in my main recycling bins! I love these other ideas too and the duvet looks very comfy!
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DeleteThank you for sharing these lovely tips to make your room more environment friendly!
ReplyDeletexoxo Olivia | http://www.oliviaandbeauty.com
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DeleteIt's so great to hear you were able to have a duvet that was also supportive of sustainable efforts and practices while being an amazing product! I totally agree with switching off electronics, this has been a big push of mine recently! Thanks for this post with lots of great reminders about the little things we can do to help!
ReplyDeleteWhatttt, you don't need a duvet inside it? That's amazing! I hate making the bed. It's efficient as well as sustainable!
ReplyDeleteCorinne x
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Isn't it?!
DeleteTrue, we are guilty of not switch off our phones haha. I lately started focusing on it. Thank you for sharing~
ReplyDeleteWe really are!
DeleteGreat tips - I'll definitely take a look into that bedding company xx
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DeleteOoh I'm going to check this company out, they sound right up my street!
ReplyDeleteI hope you like them xx
DeleteI may invest in a plant…x
ReplyDeleteGood idea!!
DeleteI'm super strict about recycling, composting and only buying the food we need. I just recently learned that I can recycle plastic food bags, like for bread etc, at Morrisons; so I'll be stepping that up soon too.
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DeleteBut I hadn't thought about how I could be more green in other areas. Thanks for the fab advice.
That's amazing, I'm glad you like my tips!
DeleteThanks for sharing your sustainability tips. This is a journey I'm trying to start out on doing my best to reduce, reuse and recycle. I have also started looking at different products I can get that are more sustainable so this was an enlightening article. I shall read more of your posts around this subject.
ReplyDeleteThat's brilliant, I'm glad this post helped xx
DeleteThese are wonderful tips, Della! I'm definitely trying to become more sustainable with furniture and home decor - loads of our furniture is thrifted and upcycled! x
ReplyDeletemia // https://beautiful-inspiring-creative-life.com/
Thank you!! That's incredible of you x
DeleteVery interesting post, I didn't know about sustainable bedding
ReplyDeletebut sustainable eating is what I take into action the most..
Thank you!
DeleteGreat tips about a more susceptible bedroom! And the bedding is gorgeous :)
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DeleteGreat post! I used to have plants in my bedroom bu when I moved for uni I gave them to my mom to take care of them. I am planning on getting some plants for my bed this Summer.
ReplyDeleteAntonia || Sweet Passions
Thanks so much!!
DeleteThis set looks so cosy! I don't understand how people manage to not turn things off when they're done using them, that was drilled into me so hard when I was younger x
ReplyDeleteSophie
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Strangely, I've never considered making my bedroom more sustainable - as my first thought often goes towards the kitchen or bathroom. So I actually learnt a lot from this post, I'll definitely consider sustainable bedding next time I need to buy some x
ReplyDeleteThank you, I'm glad it helped xx
DeleteI love how so much attention is being paid to sustainability nowadays. Your room looks so simple and beautiful. It's funny how I never thought of making my bedroom sustainable. I've got some work to do haha.
ReplyDeleteThank you lovely!
DeleteThere's nothing nicer than fresh bedding - especially if its eco friendly too!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing, I find making your bedroom a calming space, with products that are sustainability good :)
ReplyDeleteNic | Nic's Adventures & Bakes
Wow! I love this. It didn't even occur to me that there was sustainable bedding! Looks so comfy. Thanks for sharing x
ReplyDeleteLynn | https://www.lynnmumbingmejia.com
When you think of sustainability, you never really think about the home decor and bedding do you? Love the look of the new duvet. I haven't heard of the brand before, so will have to check them out, although having an all in one would take some getting used to!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing :)
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