How to Pick the Perfect Bed Sheets
Tips for how to pick the perfect bed sheets for any sleeper.
Not everything in decorating is going to be exciting. For instance, when you have to figure out how to pick the perfect bed sheets for better sleep, but also try to make them fit your design style.
Or maybe you don’t care what they look like. Which is more than fine. But since this blog is about decorating, let’s try and make them comfortable and cute, shall we?
Bed sheets aren’t that exciting. But it’s just one of those things you know you have to get right logistically.
Know the Different Types of Fabrics
This is where picking out the perfect bed sheets can get confusing. There are so many different types of fabrics, you may not know which ones fit your sleep and comfort needs.
- Linen – These sheets are naturally breathable and get softer with each wash. There used a lot in interior design because they look Perfect for a more relaxed, lived-in look.
- Bamboo – These linens are soft as silk, durable, and allergy resistant. They are also thermo-regulating and breathable, making them perfect for any time of year.
- Cotton Percale – Percale sheets will give you a cool sleep year around. Breathable and durable, these crisp linens get softer with each wash and are an ideal choice for those in warm climates or who get hot while sleeping.
- Cotton Sateen – Buttery soft with a slight sheen, sateen sheets have a heavier finish that is perfect for those who get chilly at night. They are also wrinkle resistant, making them luxuriously hassle free.
- Organic Cotton – Made without harsh chemicals or dyes, organic cotton sheets provide gentle, luxurious softness that is perfect for those with allergies or sensitive skin.
- Egyptian Cotton – Our Egyptian cotton sheets truly set the standard for indulgence and comfort. The extra-long fibers of Egyptian cotton create a luxurious fabric that is strong, lightweight and breathable. This exceptional bedding resists pilling and gets softer with every wash.
Thread Count
I always assumed the higher the thread count the better the sheet, but that isn’t always true. You still have to take into consideration the type of thread you are picking too.
Know What Kind of Sleeper You Are
I was in white, because I love all white linens in my house. After reading over the cheat sheet, and knowing what kind of sleepers my husband and I both are, I knew that we would love the cotton percale and the cotton sateen sheets.
Consider the Weather
We have super hot summers here in Missouri, and very cold winters, so the cotton percale would be great for hot nights, and the cotton sateen would be perfect for the cold ones. And of course I had to give them both a little feel test in the store, and you guys, they are really like butter.
And even better, I really am sleeping better. The sheets make such a difference when I crawl into bed and they are just so soft! I feel so much more relaxed and comfortable.
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it’s not easy to choose the perfect one. I am surfing many articles for taking a good decision. I have a memory foam mattress and I need a comfortable sheet for that. Thanks for sharing the valuable tips to pick the best one for me.
The sharing is interesting and helpful, I love the children very much, most of the time is taking care of the children while the wife is busy with work.
Sheets make a lot of difference in one’s sleep. The more comfortable a sheet is, the easier it is to relax. Moreover, I have found that lighter colored sheets give refreshing and cool ambiance to a place and eventually your mood.
Love your blanket, could you point me in the direction of where I could find it?
Ashley, I also have a sheet problem because my mattress is a memory foam mattress. It is only 12 inches thick rather than 17-18 inches. I cannot find sheets for it anywhere. The mattress is relatively new so I don’t want to replace it. Do you know where I may be able to get sheets to fit? The larger sheets have to be tucked a mile under the mattress and come loose during the night, causing uncomfortable wrinkles.
On the baby front, glad to hear you are sleeping better and continuing to pray for ALL to go well. I was also 32 when I had my son, who is an only child.
Ashley a few years ago I learned much helpful information about sheets too. It’s amazing how selecting the correct ones for your situation makes a huge difference.
Yes new mommy to be you need much rest. So exciting. Does it seem to be going by quickly for your little one to arrive?
Cindy
I learned too late! Haha! But now I know better and how much of a difference a good sheet makes! And YES, pregnancy is flying by! I’m already in my second trimester which is crazy, but hoping to start feeling better this stretch!