The things you need to know about choosing the best bed linen

The things you need to know about choosing the best bed linen

sheets, bedding should feel wonderful, enhance the look and feel of your bedroom, and most importantly help you to sleep well.  bed linen, you will discover that it really can improve your sleep.

bed linen jargon to help you choose  The bed linen feel

THE BED LINEN FEEL

duvet, sheets, bed linen is made with the highest quality natural materials and woven to the highest standards.

You can decide whether your bedding should feel silky and smooth, crisp and cool, or warm and cosy.  bed linen fabric and weave will suit you best.

THE FABRIC / FIBRE

bed linen will be the fabric or fibre used. Each fabric has its own feel and characteristics.

bed linen. Cotton is naturally breathable and biodegradable. It feels great on the skin. There are many varieties of cotton. Supima and Egyptian cotton are the best quality cottons.

bed linen the world over and it’s our favourite!  Bed linen made from Egyptian cotton is strong, light and breathable. The great thing about Egyptian cotton is the way it feels. It gets better with every wash.

Egyptian cotton is derived from Gossypium Barbadense, a different type of cotton than regular cotton. This gives it superior and unique properties. Extra long fibres in Egyptian cotton produce threads or yarns with a thinner, smaller diameter and stronger fiber than other cottons. The threads can be weaved into a durable, luxurious fabric unlike any other cotton.

Bed linen described as ‘luxe’ or ‘hotel quality’ is not necessarily made from Egyptian cotton. On the packaging or care label, look for the symbol of Egyptian Cotton authenticity.

SUPIMA/PIMA COTTON – The USA created Suima (or Pima) cotton to compete with Egyptian cotton. It is grown in the USA. It is similar to Egyptian cotton and made from long staple fibres which give the cotton its premium qualities.

BRUSHED COTTON/FLANNEL – Brushed Cotton is made from loosely spun cotton. The fabric has been carefully brushed to give it a soft, fuzzy, raised texture that holds in body heat. This creates a fabric that is warm and breathable, while still being cosy.

Although brushed cotton is also known as flannel, or flannelette it can be called flannel. Brushed cotton fabric is only brushed on one side. Flannel and Flannelette fabric are brushed on both ends.

POLYCOTTON – Polycotton sheets, also known as ‘easy-care’ sheets, are made from a mix of cotton and man-made polyester (a kind of plastic). Polycotton bedding linen is inexpensive and easy to maintain. It is easy to wash and dry quickly.

It lacks the luxurious top-quality feel of other fabrics. It’s also not as breathable than natural fibres like cotton or linen. This makes it a poor choice for people who suffer from night sweats and hot sleepers.

Polyester is made from a petroleum chemical and therefore cannot be biodegradable as natural untreated fabrics. Polyester can also shed plastic microfibres during washing, which could end up in our rivers or seas.

Linen is made from the natural long, hollow fibres of the flax plant. Most flax is grown in Europe. Flax from France and Belgium are generally of the highest quality.  linen bedding range is made from French flax.

Linen has natural breathability and insulation properties and therefore, offers excellent temperature regulation all year round.  linen bedding is really long-lasting.

It is naturally eco-friendly, biodegradable, and renewable.

linen may not initially feel as soft as cotton, it does get softer with each wash.  linen if you want that softer feel straight away.

linen has been garment washed in small batches to relax the fibres, resulting in Silk sheets feel really smooth and luxurious against the skin.  Silk bedding is made from the cocoons of silk spun by silkworms.  silk is breathable and wicks moisture away from your skin to help keep you cool as you sleep.  silk has anti-bacterial properties.

silk has beauty benefits.  silk help care for your skin. Silk is able to retain more moisture than other fabrics, and it also makes it less likely for hair to be pulled at while you sleep. This should result in a more even complexion and less knotty hair.

Silk bedding and sheets can be more difficult to maintain as they may need to be washed by hand and dried. Silk sheets and bedding can wrinkle easily and are difficult to iron. It’s a labor of love for your beauty rest!

Mulberry silk eye masks which help prevent unwanted light from disrupting your sleep while skin-friendly properties help protect against frown lines and eye creases.

BED LINEN WAVES

As wellas the fabric, the weave that your bed linen.

These are the main types:

Sateen weave sheets feel soft, slightly silky and luxuriously smooth so this weave is often used in luxury Sateen sheets have a slightly warmer feel than percale.  Egyptian cotton bed linen.

PERCALE – Percale is a tightly weaved weave that makes percale sheets feel cool and crisp. Percale fabric can either be made with pure cotton or a mixture of cotton and Polyester.

TWILL – This twill weave produces bed linen with a diagonal design that has a distinct textured herringbone appearance. Twill bed linen is known to be soft and drapey (the way it hangs).

JACQUARD – This weaving technique was invented by Joseph Jacquard in 1804. To weave a pattern into fabric, a special loom can be used.

WAFFLE – The yarns are woven in a honeycomb grid pattern with recessed squares. This results in a fabric with 3D and high texture.

JERSEY – Jersey bed sheets are made from the same knit cotton or cotton mixture as the t-shirt. They are soft and stretchy, but not very durable.

SATIN – Although a satin sheet can be made from silk, it is usually made of synthetic fibres that are tightly knitted or woven together. This synthetic fabric is smooth and inexpensive. It isn’t very durable and can be snagged easily.

MICROFIBRE-This synthetic fibre makes a soft, durable, and wrinkle-resistant fabric. It can feel warm and sweaty in hot temperatures due to its dense nature.

THREAD COUNT/GSM / MOMME

thread count in cotton or GSM in linen or Momme in silk. Although a high-quality fabric won’t be replaced by a poor one, it can make for great bedding.

Thread count is the measurement used in cotton materials. It is the number of threads that are woven together in a square inch of material.  thread count.  thread count can make a difference to the smoothness, quality and feel of your sheets.

thread counts do exist. However, thread count is not the only indicator of quality bedding. Quality of the cotton threads used to weave the bedding is more important.  thread count sheets made from poor quality cotton.

thread count and above – anything less will wear badly, rip and develop holes! High thread counts (over 800) can result in stiff sheets and duvet cover that are difficult to iron and uncomfortable to sleep on.  thread count for our Linen is measured in GSM (grams per meter) and typically ranges from 100gsm to 200gsm. We use 150 GSM for our linen bedding range. Lower GSM was too thin, while higher GSM felt too heavy and rough.

thread count. Momme is used to describe silk’s density and weight.  silk per 100 yards of fabric, which means that the silk will be higher quality and more durable.  silk bedding or clothing.

FINISHING TOUCHES

Your bedding can feel luxurious by adding little touches or finishing touches. It’s the thought that matters!  bed linen.

SHEETS

fitted sheets – up to 40cm / 15.7″ mattress depth so that it fits any mattress.

It fits perfectly – elastic hem that is continuous

You can easily identify which side of your sheet is the feet by using the label on your feet

DUVET COVERS –

Button fastenings: We have large buttons for our Egyptian cotton, and pretty mother-of pearl buttons for our Linen.

We don’t recommend tie fastenings. We tried ties, but they were fiddly and difficult to undo.

You can easily identify which side of your sheet is the feet by using the label on your feet

PILLOWCASES

Style: Housewife style closures. An inside flap at one end stops the pillow from falling out.

It’s easier to place a pillow in the end of a pillowcase than to try to stuff it into a central closure.

PACKAGING: All of our bed linen products including duvet covers and flat sheets as well as pillowcases and pairs are delivered in a matching linen bag or Egyptian cotton bag.

STYLES, COLOURS, & PATTERNS

Your bedroom’s style and colour should enhance the peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. The overall design of your bedroom should be complemented by the bed linens.

Therefore, you may want to select a neutral color palette for your bedding. This will suit any bedroom style. Overly bright or clashing colours can cause vision fatigue and irritation.

Use strong colours or patterns through cushions and throws to add happiness to your bedroom. This will help you feel more awake and ready to face the day.

The colour of your bed linen is entirely up to you. Most bed sheets are made from neutral colors like white or cream. However, the most popular duvet covers and pillowcase colours are white, grey, pink, and green in various shades.

White bedding creates a calm and fresh feeling. It also looks modern rather than outdated. It gives you that luxurious hotel-bed feel. Read more on our blog.

Bedding in cream and beige – These neutral colors are soothing and can be matched to any colour scheme.

Warm and light grey bedding – Cooler colours can make you feel more comfortable at night.

Bedding in pink, red, yellow, and orange – Warmer colors can help promote a healthy nervous systems. You will feel happy, joyful, and refreshed if you have bright colors in your bedroom.

Green bedding – Earth tones like moss, forest, and sage can be used as a background for walls and sheets.

Blue bedding – Promotes calmness, contentment, and peace. Research has shown that blue bedding can lower heart rate, blood pressure, and help you sleep better.

Black bedding – This is the colour of a dark night. It may be able to help you fall asleep. It won’t make you wake up every morning. It is a great colour to match any color scheme, and can even be considered a very sexy colour for bedding!

Patterned bedding: Keep your patterned bedding simple with neutral or earth-tone colours that blend well with the rest. Your pattern will clash with any curtains, throws, rugs, or patterned curtains if it is too busy, loud, or distracting.

BED LINEN SIZES

It is important to choose the correct size bedding for your bed.

duvet cover, Duvet cover sizes: Single: 140 x 200cm * Double: 200 x 200cm * King: 230 x 220cm * Super King: 260 x 220cm.

Fitted sheet sizes: Deep fit, up to 40cm / 15.7″ mattress depth – Single: 90 x 190cm * Double: 135 x 190cm * King: 150 x 200cm * Super King: 180 x 200cm.

Flat sheet sizes: Single: 180 x 275cm * Double: 230 x 275cm * King: 275 x 275cm * Super King: 305 x 275cm.

Pillowcase sizes: Standard: 50cm x 75cm * King: 50cm x 90cm.

size guide for international bedding and duvet sizes.

ACCREDITATIONS TO LOOK FOR

When choosing It is crucial to know the origin and quality of the fabric and how it is made.

These certifications should be visible on packaging and product labels.

Egyptian cotton – 100% certified authentic Egyptian cotton.

Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certification – verifies products have been tested for harmful toxins and chemicals.

PLASTIC-FREE PACKAGING

Many bedding is packaged in single-use plastic packaging. Bedding that is free from plastic packaging or with reduced packaging will be more sustainable.

All    products contain no plastics, chemicals or toxins, and are delivered in reusable and recyclable packaging.

BED LINEN – CARING

Do you wash your bed linens before using? It’s up to you, but we recommend it. You will notice a difference in the softness and freshness of your bedding. Each wash will make our Egyptian cotton and Linen bedding soften and become more comfortable.

To keep your    Egyptian cotton bed linen in tip top condition:

Your bed linen should be washed at 40°C before you use it, and again once a week. You can also go greener by washing at 30°C.

To keep your whites shining, tumble dry at low heat or let dry in the sun.

Wool Dryer Balls to reduce drying time and creases naturally.

Iron damp using a steam iron on high.

To keep your    linen bedding in tip top condition:

Wash your linen separately using mild detergent at 40deg or go greener at 30deg.

Avoid using fabric softener or bleach.

Wool Dryer Balls to reduce drying time and creases naturally.

If you prefer, iron damp, but not scorch the linen.

linen set together and ensure that the matching pieces are always easy to find, store them inside one of the pillowcases.

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