Silk & Snow is having an epic Canada Day sale — save on bedding, bed frames, furniture & more
If you're anything like me, high-quality bedding is one of your need-to-have little luxuries. The average person spends about 26 years of their life snoozing, which, if you factor in the ROI of a product before you buy it, means you have a quarter-century reason to invest in high-quality sheets, bedding, furniture and mattresses.
For those wanting to invest in high-quality bedding basics, I recommend checking out Silk & Snow. The Canadian bedding brand offers a wide selection of sheet sets, duvets, furniture and more, even manufacturing its mattresses right here in Canada.
Right now, shoppers can snag many of the brand's bestselling bedding and bath basics for up to 15 per cent off, thanks to its Canada Day sale. From five-star sheets to bestselling, Canadian-made mattresses, the Canada Day sale is a fantastic time to save on everything you need for your eight hours of shut-eye. Scroll below to shop highlights from the sale, including a set of sheets with more than 1,000 five-star reviews.
Now through July 10, take up to 15 per cent off sitewide, including on Silk & Snow's famous mattresses, bedding bundles, furniture and more.
These popular bed sheets are made with 100 per cent European flax and are suitable for mattresses up to 15' in height. They come in 10 colours and are "incredibly soft yet durable," according to one reviewer. They "truly feel luxurious."
This made-in-Portugal duvet cover is crafted from 100 per cent natural cotton and features a soft, textured feel. It comes in four colours and "doesn't wrinkle," according to one shopper.
These Portuguese-made percale cotton cooling sheets have hundreds of five-star reviews singing their praises. They come in seven colours and, according to one fan, they "feel luxurious."
This gorgeous upholstered bed frame is made with North American solid oak wood. It's available in two wood finishes — walnut and natural oak — and three warm-hued upholstery shades.
This modular sofa combines high-quality stain-resistant fabrics with an easily interchangeable design. Shop it in one-seater to four-seater options, plus a variety of sectionals.
These smooth, lustrous, and oh-so-soft 100 per cent certified long-staple Egyptian Cotton sateen sheets are "absolutely incredible," according to reviewers. "So smooth, soft and breathable. Sheets stay in place and don't bunch. Best sheets ever!"
If you're short on storage space, this versatile bed frame is worth checking out. It features extensive storage space and a sleek design, with one generously sized drawer at the foot of the bed.
First comes the Tofino bed, and then comes the Tofino Dresser. This hand-finished, kiln-dried solid oak wood dresser features six roomy drawers for all your clothing, accessories, and bits and bobs. Shop it in two wood finishes: walnut (pictured) and natural oak.
This premium memory foam mattress features an innovative antimicrobial textile to help prevent the growth of unwanted bacteria. It has 1.5" of gel memory foam to relieve pressure points and is infused with cooling gel to help keep you cool at night.
The deal: Buy a S&S Mattress and get a free classic sleep bundle, featuring a cotton fitted sheet and pillowcase set, a microfibre duvet, two microfibre pillows and a mattress protector.
Sustainably made in Portugal, these terry towels are made with certified Egyptian cotton. Shop them in eight colours and four styles: washcloth, hand towel, bath towel and bath sheet.
This gentle, lightweight muslin quilt is perfect for summer. It has a down-like microfibre fill and is machine-washable. It's "so soft and light but still surprisingly warm," according to one shopper. "I usually run fairly hot and the coverlet is the perfect weight."
This Portuguese-made percale cotton sham set has a 200 thread count, making them soft, breathable and perfect for summer. They come in seven colours, including three seasonal colours for spring.
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