The kind of bedding we sleep on is very important for a good sleep and good rest. The kit can be fraught with a latent threat to health if it is sewn from substandard or processed with harmful chemical compounds materials or synthetics. Therefore, when choosing, you should definitely decide for yourself what kind of good bedding and which is not worth buying.
First of all, pay attention to the composition of the fabric. It is better if it is a completely natural material: cotton, silk, linen, bamboo. It is better to refuse mixed formulations with the addition of even a small amount of synthetics. These fabrics are undoubtedly easier to care for and easier to iron. But synthetics accumulate static electricity, which causes discomfort. In addition, such fabrics “roll up” after washing, forming rather rigid spools on the surface that cannot be discarded.
What good cotton sheets ? It is important to understand that coarse calico, poplin, satin or chintz are all ways of weaving longitudinal and transverse threads of fabric, and not a type of raw material. As a rule, all these materials are made from 100% cotton. They differ in the density of weaving, the fineness of the thread, which affects the strength, durability and quality of the canvas, as well as the appearance. Coarse calico is a very dense fabric with a matte surface. Sets from it are well erased, easy to iron, and retain their appearance for a long time, especially if they are made of high-quality raw materials. This is an inexpensive material, therefore, it enjoys constant success with buyers.
Lightweight semi-gloss satin is made of double-woven cotton thread. Sets of makosatin are very high-quality products made from Egyptian cotton using mercerization technology, which increases its hygroscopicity, strength and retains its original color for a long time. Satin is more expensive than calico, and better quality cotton fabric.
Poplin is a thin, but dense material in a light hem, which is obtained by weaving thicker transverse and thinner longitudinal threads. What good bedding - from calico, satin or poplin? All these fabrics are of high quality, inexpensive and durable, wash well and are easy to iron, especially in a slightly damp state. They are hygienic, hygroscopic, which is important for kits designed for sleep.
The best bedding is, perhaps, products made of natural silk. But they are also the most expensive. Natural silk of high quality - the material is really amazing in its properties. It retains heat in the winter and cools in the summer, very pleasant to the touch and unusually beautiful. With all its tenderness and subtlety, natural silk is perfectly erased and easy to care for, it almost does not need to be ironed. But at the same time, we emphasize once again that we are only talking about high quality fabric and very expensive. All cheaper analogues and fakes are not worth attention.
What good bedding besides those listed? More recently, in our stores appeared sets of bamboo. This is a great alternative to cotton underwear. It is made of natural bamboo fiber, which has antimicrobial properties, good hygroscopicity, lightweight, silky and pleasant to the touch. When caring for such a kit, you need to follow certain rules that are written on the packaging, then the fabric will last a long time.
What is better bedding? In the opinion of many experts - from flax. This material has long been used in Russia for sewing clothes and making home textiles. This is an excellent fabric that has a number of unique properties. A little harsh, after the first wash, the flax becomes soft and very pleasant. It absorbs and removes excess moisture well, retains heat in winter and comfort in summer. In addition, it is highly durable. This is perhaps the most durable material listed above. There is only one drawback with flax - it is difficult to iron. However, any good housewife will say that this fabric should be ironed in a wet state, then there will be no problems. Flax sets are expensive, but less expensive mixed materials (linen-cotton) are available for sale. In addition, good options are where the sheet is sewn from linen, and the pillowcase and duvet cover are made from a mixture of linen and cotton.