Bamboo bedding

Bamboo bedding has become popular with many people. Judging by customer reviews, this type of textile product has its pros and cons, and you can figure out how to wash pillowcases and duvet covers in just a couple of minutes. An overview of euro sets made of bamboo fibers, popular bedding designs will help you understand which products deserve attention.

Natural materials are always popular in the production of bed linen. The recognized leaders here are cotton and linen fabrics. But more recently, bamboo bedding has appeared on the market, in the manufacture of which natural fibers of this material are used. Of course, the composition of such textile products has other inclusions. Usually a set is made of 50-60% bamboo fiber, the rest of the volume is filled with threads of silk, cotton or mixed materials.

The high quality of this type of bedding set is due to the characteristics of the base. Bamboo is one of the most durable materials. To make threads from it, leaves and stems are crushed, subjected to mechanical or chemical processing, and the first method is environmentally friendly and safe. It is in this way that the most expensive material is obtained - bamboo linen, marked by the manufacturer with the bamboo linen marking.

Regardless of what type of bamboo is used in the manufacture of bedding, the product will have important advantages.

• Hypoallergenic composition. Bamboo fiber is completely safe even for babies. It can be a real salvation for those who suffer from allergic reactions.
• Hygroscopicity. Textiles "breathe", letting air through well. This allows you to provide full thermoregulation, save you from heat and cold, regardless of the season.
• Antibacterial properties. Bamboo fiber successfully prevents the growth of pathogenic microflora. That is why it is chosen for sleeping in countries with humid and hot climates.
• No sliding effect. Despite the smoothness, the bed linen does not move during sleep. This avoids knocking the bed, twisting the duvet inside the duvet cover.
• No static electricity. All natural bamboo fibers do not build up its charges. In the presence of synthetic additives, this effect is lost.

The exterior design of bamboo bedding sets is quite varied. On sale you can find beautiful jacquard products with an original multi-thread weave and a three-dimensional pattern. Classic sets often have a solid background, complemented by floral or floral prints. The bamboo stems and leaves of this plant are some of the most popular prints.

Some manufacturers go further by adding aesthetic appeal to their products with rhinestones, sequins or lace ruffles. Such products have decor only on the front side: it does not interfere with sleep. The colors of the fabrics are also quite traditional. It is dominated by pastel shades, delicate but bright natural colors. All this only adds to the appeal of textile products for sleeping.

Bamboo bedding is available on the Russian market in four sizes.

• Euroset. Standard equipment includes 1 duvet cover 200x220 cm, sheet 240x260 cm, 4 pillowcases.

• Family. These sets are characterized by the presence of 4 pillowcases, sheets 240 × 250 cm, duvet cover 150 × 215 cm.

• Double. The most popular format. There are 4 pillowcases, duvet cover 180 × 215 cm in size, bed sheet 200 × 220 cm.

• One-and-a-half. There are only 2 pillowcases in such sets. The size of the duvet cover is 160 × 200 cm, and the size of the sheet is 180 × 240 cm.

Bamboo bedding is a new product for the Russian market. That is why, when choosing it, buyers are often at a loss. External differences between a high-quality product and its cheap counterparts are minimal. You should pay attention to certain characteristics before buying.

• Composition. Bedding with less than 50% bamboo fiber is not included in this category. The best kits are marked bamboo linen. It is better to choose blended options based on natural cotton fibers.
• Tactile impressions. Good quality bedding should be smooth and dense. A large number of synthetic additives give it excessive rigidity and fragility. With deformation, noticeable, poorly spreading folds are formed.
• Lack of roughness. Quality finished bamboo fabric has no visible defects. Bed linen should be of high aesthetics, maintain perfect smoothness without knots and other defects.
• Brightness of color. Unnatural colors and shades indicate the use of pigments that can cause allergic reactions. Such textiles may shed during washing.It is worth giving preference to products in pastel colors.
• Appointment. When choosing a set of bed linen, it is necessary to accurately take into account the dimensions of the accessories for sleeping, bed, mattress. Baby kits can be divided into nurseries - in a crib, as well as for older children. Adults are divided into 1.5 and 2-bed rooms. It is important not to be confused, otherwise it will simply not work to make the bed.
• Country of origin. Despite the fact that the raw materials for the manufacture of sets are supplied only from Asian countries, mainly from China, Turkish bed linen is considered the best. Among the most famous brands are Issimo, Arya, Tango.

Bamboo textiles are not the most difficult material to care for. It is enough to follow the manufacturer's recommendations, pay attention to the instructions on the label. It is important to know that you need to wash bamboo sets only after turning them out, otherwise the bright patterns on the front side will quickly fade. Washing should take place at a temperature not higher than +30 degrees, in manual mode or in a machine, at a drum rotation speed of up to 400 rpm.

It is important to be careful when choosing bamboo fiber care products. You should choose products without bleaching and coloring agents. Do not dry textiles in the drum of the washing machine. Bed linen is immediately spread out on a flat surface or hung in a straightened form. Avoid contact of textile products with direct sunlight during the drying process.

According to buyers, bamboo bedding really deserves attention. On the Russian market, there are mainly sets of foreign production: from Turkey, China, Indonesia. Among their obvious advantages are the brightness of colors, light weight and pleasant tactile sensations.

The disadvantages, according to customer reviews, include the rustling of the fabric when touched. For some, this sound effect interferes with sleep. Plus, quality bedding is expensive. The cheap kits that have flooded the market are far from real bamboo fiber in quality.