Guide to choosing bedding for the home

I. Understanding the types of bedding

1. Bed sheets

Bed sheets are fabrics that are laid directly on the mattress, and their main role is to protect the mattress and provide a comfortable sleeping surface. Sheets are made of cotton, linen, silk, etc. Cotton sheets are the most common choice because they are soft, breathable, and moisture-wicking.

2. Duvet cover

Duvet cover is used to wrap the quilt, usually used in conjunction with bed sheets and pillowcases. Duvet covers come in a variety of materials and styles, and can be chosen according to personal preference and seasonal changes. For example, in winter, you can choose a thick, warm cotton duvet cover; in summer, you can choose a light, breathable linen or silk duvet cover.

3. Pillowcase

Pillowcase is used to wrap the pillow, and together with the bed sheet and duvet cover form the overall style of bedding. Pillowcase material and style is also very rich, you can choose and bed sheets, duvet cover matching color and pattern, in order to create a harmonious and unified bedroom atmosphere.

4. Bedspread

Bedspreads are a kind of bedding similar to bed sheets, which are surrounded by elastic bands that can tightly wrap the mattress and prevent the sheets from sliding. The material and style of bedspreads are similar to bed sheets, so you can choose according to your personal needs.

5. Blanket

Blankets are a good bedding product that can be used in winter or cold weather. Blankets are made of wool, cashmere, cotton, etc. Among them, wool and cashmere blankets have the best warmth, but the price is relatively high.

6. Cooler mat

Cooling mat is a kind of bedding suitable for summer use, it has the characteristics of cool and breathable, which can help us keep comfortable sleep in the hot weather. The material of cool mats are bamboo mats, grass mats, rattan mats, etc. Among them, bamboo mats have the best coolness, but they are also relatively hard; grass mats and rattan mats are relatively soft, but their coolness is a little inferior.

Choose the right material

1. Cotton

Cotton is one of the most common materials for bedding, which has the advantages of softness, breathability, good moisture absorption, and is not easy to produce static electricity. Cotton bedding is more comfortable and suitable for most people. However, cotton bedding also has some disadvantages, such as easy to shrink, wrinkle, staining, etc., need to pay attention to maintenance.

2. hemp

Hemp bedding has the advantages of natural, breathable, good moisture absorption, antibacterial, etc., suitable for summer use. Hemp bedding feel rough, but with the use of time, will become more and more soft. However, hemp bedding also has some disadvantages, such as easy to wrinkle, staining, etc., need to pay attention to maintenance.

3. Silk

Silk bedding has the advantages of soft, smooth, breathable, good moisture absorption, antibacterial, etc. It is suitable for summer use. Silk bedding is very comfortable and can give a luxurious sleeping experience. However, silk bedding is relatively expensive and requires attention to maintenance.

4. Wool

Wool bedding has the advantages of good warmth, good moisture absorption and softness, which is suitable for winter use. Wool bedding is more comfortable and can bring a warm sleeping experience. However, wool bedding also has some disadvantages, such as easy to shrink, pilling, dyeing, etc., need to pay attention to maintenance.

5. Cashmere

Cashmere bedding is a kind of high-grade bedding, which has the advantages of good warmth, softness, breathability, and good moisture absorption, which is suitable for winter use. Cashmere bedding is very comfortable and can bring a luxurious sleeping experience. However, cashmere bedding is very expensive and requires care.