There are thousands of options for bedding available, but how do you choose the best quality sheets, pillow cases, comforter, duvet, and other bedding that is within your price range?
Here are some characteristics that interior designers look for when shopping for quality bedding.
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When choosing bedding, make sure to know what material the bedding is made from.
Cotton
100% cotton is very breathable and is considered by most to be the best quality bedding material. Single ply Egyptian or Pima cotton is the most luxurious because it resists pilling, is very soft, and very durable. Pima cotton is grown mainly in the North America and Egyptian cotton is grown in Egypt. Keep in mind that Egyptian cotton comes from Egypt but is usually sent somewhere else to be made into bedding, so your Egyptian cotton bedding usually will not come from Egypt.
Other Natural Fibers
Also consider using bamboo, silk, or linen sheets.
Polyester
Polyester is usually not as comfortable but is used for its strength, cost, ability to be dyed easily, wrinkle resistance, and stain resistance.
Blends
Polyester, acrylic, nylon, and other manmade fibers are often blended with other fibers to make it feel softer but keep some of its good characteristics.
Thread Count
When choosing quality bedding, the thread count of bedding is very important - especially the sheets.
Thread count is basically the amount of threads per square inch or the density of the weave.
In order to get more threads per inch, the threads have to be thinner.
The more threads per inch, the stronger the fabric. Try to get sheets with at least a 400 thread count.
Hand Feel
How does the fabric feel?
Bedding can have the highest thread count, but if it is made with an inferior fiber then it will not be as luxurious or high quality.
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