Collection: Blankets & Throws

Blanket is a general term which includes throw. Blankets are fabrics which are bigger than throws and used for covering your bed and keeping you warm during the night. A throw is a small blanket that is often used on the coach or recliner in your living area. It is ideal to cozy up with while watching TV or just use it as a decorative item that upgrades your sofa or bed.

Main difference between blanket and throw is the size. Blankets are intended to cover beds, so they have single, twin, double, queen and king sizes. On the other side throws typically have a size of 90x120 cm or 120x150 cm maximum. 

One of the other differences is their materials. Blankets are made of materials such as cotton, wool or fleece, that are designed to keep you warm. On the other hand, throws are more decorative so more colorful and made of sateen, cotton, velvet, cashmere or wool. They may also include knitted components, lace or embroidery to make them more attractive.

 

The prices of blankets and throws depend mostly on the material and size. Because of their sizes blankets are usually pricey than throws. 

Usually cotton, fleece, wool and cashmere materials are used in blankets. 

Fleece is a synthetic fabric which makes it very affordable. 

Wool and cashmere blankets are very suitable for cold climate, but price is more expensive than all others.

Cotton blankets are ideal for any weather and the warmth they provide primarily depends on the weave of them. Many different colors and designs are available in the market. They are usually the most affordable blankets after the synthetic ones. 

 

Blankets are used to provide warmth during sleep and add an extra décor to your bedroom. Throws are more versatile. You can use them to get an extra warmth while relaxing on your coach, as an aesthetic piece in your living room or as a travel blanket during your flights. 

There are traditional Turkish blankets and throws, called peshtemal, are made of 100% highest quality cotton. They are super soft, lightweight, highly absorbent and quick drying, which makes them a perfect beach-picnic blanket, travel blanket or decorative throw in your interior. Another good point is these peshtemal blankets are very stylish and eye-catching with plenty of color and design selections.

 

Whether you need a decorative throw or wrap yourself in a warm blanket, both are available on global online stores and local home stores. If you are looking for a beautiful and unique blanket then you need to search for a while. Shopping online provides plenty of colors and designs, but you should be careful about the quality and pay attention for details about the material and features of the blanket.

Luxury, modern blankets decorated with lace, embroidery or jacquard are available at our online store and showroom. These blankets are available as a whole set including bed sheet and pillowcases which has 4-7 pieces totally. The Turkish Touch has also very exclusive bed covers which include 9 pieces and are decorated by hand made stitches or lace.  

Versatile Turkish cotton blankets and throws are available in different designs and colors that can be used as a bed cover, beach-picnic blanket or travel blanket.

 

In Dubai there are limited options for different styles of high-quality blankets. The most common blankets are made of fleece and cotton. Luxury blankets decorated with embroidery or lace are rarely found only at some local home stores. At The Turkish Touch both traditional cotton blankets and exclusively designed luxury blankets are available. They are made of highest quality cotton and cotton-sateen, that ensures long years of durability. 

 

You can find discounted blankets at global or local online stores. There are seasonal sales on both sources. Most of the products on online stores are fleece blankets and it is difficult to find luxurious or highly decorative blankets and throws. Some good quality products are available on online home stores but most of them are shipping from outside UAE, which means you have to add delivery fee and time.

 

When you are looking for a blanket, you want something highly decorative and soft that you can`t stop touching it. In 2021 style and texture became the most important features for both designers and consumers. Boho and vintage style, cotton or knitted blankets and throws are trendy in last few years. This year a new trend called   `urban boho` which is more modern and fresh design of boho emerged. Natural colors are combined with vintage decorative items to upgrade your interior.

Throw and blankets are used for many different purposes such as a bed cover, sofa throw, picnic or beach blanket or travel blanket. Preferences changes according to climate and usage of blankets. When the temperatures dip nothing is more comfy than curling up under a wool, cashmere, microfiber or knitted blanket. If you are looking for a summer blanket or bohemian homeware cotton blankets and throws are the best. Turkish cotton peshtemal blankets are perfect companion at the beach, picnic or travels due to their light weight, easy wash and beautiful designs.

When it comes to choosing colors, you can match the colors of your throw to work with the colors of your carpet, sofa or furnitures. Throws are often used for decoration, so they need to be unique and vibrant. Powder pink, green or turquoise throws and blankets will simply add a great visual interest to your living area. If you prefer muted tones, dark gray, stone gray, brown or navy blankets may dress up your bedroom.

Another important design element is pattern. Before there were only stripes and plaid patterns for long years but now many options are available. Modern motifs, oriental designs, baroque, herringbone and geometrical designs will change the total atmosphere of your room. Throws are versatile, not serve a single function usually. Therefore, more options of colors and patterns are available for throws which gives you a chance to find exactly you are looking for your living area. 

Main difference between throw and blanket is the size. Throws are considerably smaller than blankets, they are typically between 90-120 cm and 120-150 cm. Blankets serve to cover a bed and should drape over the sides. Unfortunately, different countries have different sizes of mattresses, so you should know the exact size of your mattress and make sure you buy a larger blanket than your mattress dimensions. Generally, the most common blanket sizes are twin, double, queen and king but the dimensions may change according to country.

When you shop around for a perfect blanket there are some features you should keep in your mind. 

• Comfortable and warm: For a good night sleep everyone wants a blanket that is soft and comfortable. 
• Non-allergic: There are many people who suffer from allergies. Dust mite is one of the most common allergens that thrive in bed sheets, duvet and comforters. Thus, if you have an allergy, you need a bed cover that is easy to clean and dry such as a cotton blanket that you can wash every week. Washing at 60 degrees and drying in hot dryer or under direct sun light kills all dust mites. 
• Highly absorbent, quick-drying, light weight: If you are looking for a beach-picnic blanket-throw, it should be highly absorbent and quick drying. Cotton blankets, especially Turkish peshtemal blankets and throws have these features, also they are very light-weight so easy to pack and carry.