Le linge de lit peut grandement influer sur la qualité de votre sommeil. Nos parents et grands-parents ont souvent le souvenir de vieux draps rêches peu agréables au moment de se coucher sur le matelas. Aujourd'hui, vous pouvez retrouver différents textiles composant le linge de lit. Au-delà de la nature des fibres textiles, le nombre de fils présents par centimètre carré diffère également entre un linge de lit soyeux et un linge de lit plus basique.
Pour en savoir plus sur l'univers de la literie et sur tout le confort apporté par un matelas de qualité, n'hésitez pas à consulter le guide du matelas. Voici également plusieurs conseils pour choisir votre linge de lit, une parure indispensable à votre literie pour profiter d'une bonne nuit de sommeil.
What kind of bedding should you choose for a baby?
A growing baby needs a crib, a mattress, and bedding that are suited to their needs. How do you choose bedding for a baby?
Unlike bedding for children or adults, baby bedding generally consists only of a fitted sheet to be placed on the baby’s mattress. In fact, it is strongly discouraged to put a flat sheet or even a blanket in a baby’s crib. The risk of suffocation is simply too high. Therefore, to prevent the baby from getting cold while sleeping, you can use a sleep sack.
When it comes to fitted sheets, it’s important to choose one that fits the size of the baby’s mattress. If the fitted sheet is too large, there is a risk of suffocation if it isn’t pulled tight and secured to the mattress.
When it comes to materials, it is highly recommended that you choose a fitted sheet made from a natural fabric, such as organic cotton. By avoiding chemically treated bedding, you also reduce the risk of allergies for your baby.
Why choose linen bedding?
Linen is making a big comeback in bedding. It is prized for its clean, minimalist look as well as for the quality of the fabric.
But the benefits of linen don’t stop there. In fact, linen is known for being a thermoregulatory fabric. In other words, in the winter, linen bedding helps you better retain the heat your body generates in bed. In the summer, your linen bedding will help you avoid excessive sweating, thanks to its ability to absorb moisture. In addition, linen dries quickly thanks to the fabric’s excellent breathability.
How do you choose linen bedding? Since linen is a natural material, it would be a shame to choose bedding that contains controversial chemicals. Therefore, it is advisable to choose bedding with a certification that guarantees the fabric is free of harmful chemicals, such as OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100.
In addition, if you want to invest in linen bedding that will last for many years, look for a thread count of more than 120 threads per square centimeter.
What is the advantage of cotton gauze?
Cotton gauze is a weaving technique in which cotton fibers are woven with widely spaced, interlaced threads. This weaving technique results in a fine fabric that is very soft to the touch. Cotton gauze is therefore a breathable fabric that is highly prized for bedding during the warmer months.
How do you choose cotton gauze bedding? Since cotton gauze is a lightweight fabric, we recommend choosing double or triple cotton gauze for your bedding. Double cotton gauze consists of two layers of cotton gauze. Triple-layer gauze, on the other hand, consists of three layers of cotton gauze. A duvet cover made of double- or triple-layer cotton gauze will therefore last longer than one made of single-layer cotton gauze.
Percale: A Durable Fabric for Bedding
Percale, in this context, refers to a weaving technique rather than a textile material in and of itself. In fact, percale bedding is made from cotton fibers woven at a density of 80 threads per square centimeter. By comparison, cotton bedding has an average of 57 threads per square centimeter.
The main advantage of percale is that it feels even softer than cotton bedding.
How do you choose percale bedding? Since percale is made of cotton, look for percale bedding that is certified by a label such as Oeko-Tex Standard 100. This way , you can enjoy soft, durable bedding that contains no synthetic or chemical substances that could cause allergic reactions.
Satin cotton for a satin finish
Cotton satin bedding is made of cotton fibers woven very tightly. The main difference from percale is the weaving technique. The weaving technique used for cotton satin gives the fabric a satiny appearance.
Keep in mind that cotton satin absorbs less moisture than percale or cotton bedding. So you might want to save your cotton satin bedding set for special occasions and for times when it’s not too hot in the bedroom.
How to Choose Cotton Satin Bedding? When choosing cotton satin bedding, be sure to prioritize fabric quality to ensure it lasts longer. Cotton satin is known to have a shorter lifespan than percale or regular cotton fabric.
You can also save the cotton satin for your duvet cover and opt for a fitted sheet and a 100% cotton pillowcase to prevent excessive sweating while you sleep.
Flannel: The Best Choice for Bedding in Winter
Flannel is prized for its ability to keep you warm. As a result, flannel bedding is usually taken out of the closet as soon as the temperature starts to drop.
How do you choose flannel bedding? There are two types of flannel:
- wool flannel;
- cotton flannel.
Both wool flannel and cotton flannel feel soft and warm to the touch. On the coldest nights, wool flannel may offer better thermal properties when you want to stay nice and warm in bed.
What makes high-quality bedding?
High-quality bed linens are often distinguished by the number of threads per square centimeter.
What is high-quality bedding? Bedding is considered high-quality when the fabric has at least 80 threads per square centimeter. This quality standard is particularly common in percale bedding.
In addition, high-quality bedding should also be made from natural, breathable fibers. To ensure this, you can always rely on the Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certifications.
Pillowcases: Which Fabric Should You Choose?
A pillowcase is a piece of bedding that should be chosen carefully. After all, the skin on your face and neck will be in direct contact with your pillowcase for several hours each night.
How do you choose a pillowcase? To prevent sweating on the back of your neck at night, you can opt for a 100% cotton pillowcase. The cotton will absorb moisture from the back of your neck while you sleep. In addition, a cotton pillowcase allows the fabric to breathe, so it dries quickly.
If you're sensitive to texture, you might also want to choose a pillowcase made of cotton percale. That way, you can enjoy a very soft feel against your face and neck.
Duvet Sets: How to Choose the Right One?
La parure de couette présente l'avantage de comprendre à la fois la housse de couette et les taies d'oreillers. Au-delà de l'aspect esthétique, pensez à vérifier que votre parure de couette comprend une housse de couette adaptée à la taille de votre couette.
In addition, when it comes to comfort, duvet sets made from natural and organic fibers help reduce the risk of allergies and discomfort. To avoid sweating under the duvet, you may want to choose a duvet set made from organic cotton, which is valued both for its breathability and its ability to absorb moisture.
How to Choose the Right Fitted Sheet?
The fitted sheet may not be visible once the bed is made, but it is nonetheless an essential piece of bedding for your comfort. In fact, the fitted sheet provides a comfortable and soft layer over your mattress.
How to Choose a Fitted Sheet? To avoid discomfort caused by a fitted sheet with too many folds, we recommend choosing a fitted sheet that matches the size of your mattress.
In addition, the fitted sheet is in direct contact with our backs when we tend to sweat. Therefore, to avoid feeling too much moisture in bed, you may want to choose a cotton fitted sheet, which will absorb moisture.
In addition, cotton—and percale in particular—is a fabric that is durable enough to withstand the many movements our bodies make during the night.
What size duvet cover should you choose?
Your duvet cover should be the same size as your duvet. Therefore, be sure to check the exact size of your duvet before choosing a duvet cover.
How do you choose a duvet cover? To help you find the right size for your duvet cover, keep in mind that for a single bed measuring 90 x 190 cm, you can choose a duvet set that includes a 140 x 200 cm duvet cover and a pillowcase.
For a standard-size double bed measuring 140 x 200 cm, several duvet sizes are available. Depending on the size of your duvet, the available duvet cover sizes are 200 x 200 cm, 220 x 240 cm, or 260 x 240 cm.
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