How To Choose A Set Of Sheets
For Your Bed
Author:
Gray
Rollins
If you've been sleeping on the same ratty sheets for years, it may be time to
trade them in for crisp, new sheets. While many people are hesitant to buy new
sheets because of the cost of a good sheet set, they really aren't that
expensive when you realize that you will be using them 365 times each year.
Besides, clean, comfortable sheets don't just look great; they actually can help
you sleep better.
When you are choosing a set of sheets for your bed,
the first thing you should do is take a look at your mattress. If you have a
standard mattress, you won't have any problem finding sheets that fit. However,
if you have an extra long twin mattress or a very thick full, queen, or king
size mattress (such as a pillow top), you will need to look for sheets made to
fit these mattress types.
The next thing you should consider is what
type of material you like to sleep on. Standard organic cotton, flannel, jersey,
satin, and silk sheets are all readily available.
About Standard Organic Cotton Sheets:
1. Standard organic cotton sheets are cool in the summer. They breathe
well, which is especially important on hot nights, since this prevents you from
feeling sticky and sweaty.
2. Organic Cotton can be quite soft, and actually get softer with
every wash. Look for sheets with a high thread count. A thread count of 180 or
200 means the sheets will feel rough, while 400 count sheets feel as smooth as a
baby's skin.
3. If the sheets are pure cotton, they
may shrink after several washings.
About Organic Cotton Flannel Sheets:
1. Organic Cotton Flannel sheets are great for winter use. You
don't have to spend an hour warming up your bed before you feel snuggly and
warm.
2. Organic Cotton Flannel sheets are rarely a good choice for
warm climates. They do hold heat.
3. Organic Cotton Flannel can pill up with extended use, so be
prepared to replace your cozy sheets every few years.
About Jersey
Sheets:
1. If you enjoy the comfort of a t-shirt, you will love these
sheets. They are very comfortable to sleep on.
2. Jersey sheets are
lightweight and may not last as long as some other sheet types.
About
Satin Sheets:
1. Satin sheets are a favorite for people who want a bit
of romance, but that silky smooth finish is a bit slippery. You may need to
frequently tuck your top sheet back in.
2. Satin doesn't breathe well and
can be quite uncomfortable to sleep in during the warmer months.
About Silk Sheets:
1. Silk is just as romantic as satin.
These sheets can also be a bit slippery.
2. Silk is a natural material and
breathes well. Silk sheets are comfortable to sleep on year round.
3. Silk
is fragile and needs special care to keep it from shattering.
Once you
decide on the material you prefer, you are ready to shop for an Organic Cotton
sheet set.
About the Author:
Gray Rollins is a featured writer for JustSheets.com.
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How
To Choose A Set Of Sheets For Your Bed