If you want your bed to feel like a cloud of comfort, you must know how to choose the right sheets.
Sleeping is essential for the body to recover strength and face the next day's challenges. It is generally recommended to get 8 hours of sleep to wake up feeling refreshed. A day has 24 hours, representing a third of the time spent sleeping.
The quality of sleep has a tremendous impact on our health. A good night’s sleep works wonders, revitalises the body, and promotes physical and mental well-being.
The secret to a good night’s sleep is often in the bed. A peaceful and pleasant sleep experience in the "valley of sheets" is invaluable. You must choose the right sheets to sleep on to ensure the numerous health benefits of a good night's sleep.
We’ve gathered tips to help you choose the best sheets for your bed—true clouds of comfort.
Consider the Colour
Sheets often get stained. Don’t forget that the body tends to sweat during the night. There might also be stains from acne creams or makeup, for example. Some people are also tempted to take snacks with them.
Because of this less-than-beautiful reality, choosing white or light-coloured sheets is wise. Opting for brightly coloured sheets isn’t the best choice, since they might fade or stain when more aggressive cleaning products and methods are used to remove these stains.
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Know the Materials
When choosing a sheet set, you must know which material you prefer. There are different possibilities (e.g., cotton, linen, silk, polyester, bamboo), some of which are more pleasant to the touch than others.
The composition of the sheet makes a difference. Egyptian cotton is often praised for its exceptional quality.
A 100% cotton sheet is a better option than a polyester sheet. While the former is better quality and more durable, being softer and more resistant, the latter is an artificial material that is not as breathable and has a stiffer feel.
Valuing the number of threads
The thread count of the material is an important factor. More threads mean greater fineness and softness, ensuring better quality.
For cotton sheets, the higher the thread count and tighter the weave, the better. The fabric becomes finer, softer, and more resistant.
There are different recommendations for various materials:
For percale: 200 to 300 threads ensure good-quality sheets.
For satin: 300 to 600 threads guarantee good fabric.
- For linen: 80 to 120 threads are sufficient for good sheets.
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Differentiate the season (hot and cold)
Cotton is suitable for different seasons, adapting well due to its softness, comfort, and lightness.
Percale sheets are lighter and remain cooler during the night.
Linen sheets, made from natural fibers, are breathable and lightweight, making them a good choice. However, compared to cotton, they wrinkle more easily.
A flannel sheet is a popular choice for facing the cold nights of winter. It's a material that keeps your body warm in the harshest of seasons. It's usually made of cotton, but because the fibres are brushed, they are fluffier, allowing the heat to be preserved.
Don’t Forget the Size
When choosing the size of the sheets, it's important to consider the height of the mattress. Knowing the bed size (twin, king, queen) isn’t enough.
To choose the right size, measure the mattress's height and add this to its length. Remember that washing can cause some shrinkage.
These tips will help ensure bedding that enhances your nighttime experience. Quality sheets ensure a comfortable and restful sleep.
