How to choose the right bed linen for winter: which characteristics are important and which are not so important

13.01.2024 18:35

When choosing bed linen, you should naturally carefully study its characteristics.

However, some of them are more important than others. For example, if you are looking for a new winter set, its design and color are far from the first place, but the material definitely deserves your attention.

Options such as fine silk, linen or bamboo, which provide a cooling effect, are unlikely to be suitable for cold nights, since the purpose of winter bedding, among other things, is to provide comfort when the temperature drops.

Here are some features that bedding should have to be the ideal choice for the cold season.

Heat of the material

Look for options made from flannel, fleece, microfiber, or high-density cotton, which help retain heat, meaning you'll stay warm while you sleep.

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Convenience

In winter, more than ever, you want to wrap yourself tightly in something soft and cozy, so fleece and flannel, which have a fluffy texture, will come to the rescue again.

High density

This indicator is also needed to ensure that the heat is preserved.

Hygroscopicity

Be sure to check whether the selected set has this quality, because the removal of excess moisture is one of the necessary conditions for a comfortable sleep.

Be sure to make sure that your bed linen is easy to wash and dries quickly – these qualities will be very useful to you in winter.

Previously, we shared tips on how to properly wash and dry bed linen.

Author: Elena Shimanovskaya Editor of Internet resources

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  1. Heat of the material
  2. Convenience
  3. High density
  4. Hygroscopicity