Your bedroom defines who you are. The crucial features of a bedroom are often the bed sheets as the colour and structure set the mood for the room. It is hence important to consider few things when buying a sheet for your bed – it should be comfortable, it should be long-term and easy to care for, and it should be within your budget.
Keeping in mind that no sheets are safe from the wear and tear of everyday life; specially if for kids. We have the solution to all your problems and that is Linen Sheets. They are anti-static, dirt repellent, moth-resistant, sustainable and extremely durable.
However, it isn’t only about buying Linen, it is equally important to find the right linen, Linen is customised to your needs and requirements. Here are a few things to keep in mind when purchasing Bed Linen.
- Size: There are three standard size for beds-
- King Size – It is 72” X 80”
- Queen Size – This is 60” X 72”
- Single Size – It is 36” X 74”
Always ensure that you have measured and ascertained which type of sheets you are looking for.
- Thread Count: The thread count will help you determine the quality of your linen. It is the number of threads that were woven into your fabric per square inch. The more the Thread Count- the better will be the quality! It is advised that you go for bed linen with thread count over 200.
- Gram per Square metre: GSM will help you determine the comfort of the linen. It is the weight of linen per square metre. The more the GSM- the more comfortable the quilt will be!
- Material: The next important thing to look into is the material of bed linen. Here are some really good options to choose from –
- Cotton – There are many types of cotton that can be found in the market. The most common are Plain Cotton, Egyptian Cotton, Supima Cotton and Hygro Cotton. They each have their own advantages. While plain cotton is easy to wash and durable, Egyptian cotton is known for its strength, choose the Supima cotton if you are looking for softness and hygro cotton if you need temperature regulation.
- Linen – Linen is breathable and gets better with every wash. It is more durable than cotton and is better looking!
- Flannel – This is another type of cotton but mostly suitable for winters due to its ability to trap body heat.
- Tencel – Tencel is sustainable and biodegradable. It does not allow a lot of air flow between the skin and sheets and may cling to the skin.
- Polyester – It is generally never found in 100% quantity. Usually mixed with some other material and is excellent for quilt filling!
- Silk – Silk stands for premium luxury. It will transform your room with its beautiful texture. It is lighter than cotton but requires more care.
- Weave: The weave of your bed linen will help determine its comfort and softness. Sateen and Percale are the two most commonly used form of weaving for bed linens.
- Patterns: The pattern of your bed linen is the first thing that others will see. Make sure to choose a pattern that lights up the room and brings out the colour of the walls and curtains.
- Care for the bed linen: Always go through the washing instructions to make sure the bed linen is durable!
Finding the right fit might seem like a difficult task but if you follow the steps given, you will be taking home your perfect bed linen in no time!