All about cotton bedding

Cotton bedding is very popular with consumers. This material is affordable and practical. Many manufacturers use it for sewing interesting sets.

Cotton began to be used for the manufacture of fabrics several thousand years ago. In Europe, products from this material appeared about 350 years ago. Nowadays, cotton bedding is often used for sewing sets for adults and children. It has many advantages.

1. Naturalness... This fabric is obtained by processing cotton fibers. It is environmentally friendly and safe for health. Constant contact with such tissue does not cause any allergic reactions.
2. Availability... Cotton underwear is inexpensive, so everyone can choose the right set for themselves.
3. Practicality... It is very easy to care for such material. If you follow these simple tips for washing and ironing your laundry, it will look good for a long time. Therefore, these kits are perfect for everyday use.
4. Hypoallergenic... This material is completely harmless. Therefore, high-quality underwear for children and adolescents is often made from it.

In addition to the pros, this material also has its downsides. This material fades very quickly in the sun.... Therefore, you need to dry it very carefully. The bed dries for a long time. In addition, it often needs ironing. After all, cotton wrinkles very much and looks untidy.

Nowadays, a large number of different fabrics are made from cotton. They are all different from each other. Therefore, before buying, you need to find out as much information as possible about each existing material.

It is a lightweight cotton fabric. It doesn't wrinkle as much as the 100% cotton fabric. This is one of its main advantages. To keep the bed linen looking good after washing, simply shake it slightly before hanging it.

But this material also has several drawbacks. Dyed fabric fades over time. Therefore, you should not buy bright chintz linen. Chintz is not a very durable material... It stretches and deforms after just a few washes.

This type of fabric was named after the city in which it began to be produced. In its composition and weaving characteristics, it is similar to chintz. However, it is denser and coarser to the touch. The material is very lightweight and durable.

High-quality coarse calico is 100 percent cotton fibers. It is very strong and durable... Such material is able to withstand several hundred washes, therefore it can be used as casual bedding... Calico kits are inexpensive. You can choose both plain linen and a set with an interesting pattern. Therefore, it is very easy to find something suitable for yourself.

For the production of cotton poplin, cotton threads of different thicknesses are used. The most popular are products made from such material, which are produced in Turkey or Pakistan. The most expensive is cotton poplin produced in India. It is distinguished by its naturalness and high quality.

Soft terry cloth is great for making warm bedding. This material perfectly warms and retains moisture. It does not cause any allergic reactions or irritation. The downside of terry bedding is its slightly rough surface. But after a few washes, the fabric becomes softer.

This material is a kind of the usual coarse calico. It was created in Turkey. Long, strong fibers are used in the ranfors production process. The material is thin and light. Despite this, the fabric is still quite durable and great for daily use. Since this material is natural and soft, it is often used for sewing kits for children.

Batiste bed linen is smooth and pleasant to the touch. This fabric retains its shape perfectly and does not shrink after washing. But in order for bed linen to remain attractive as long as possible, it must be properly looked after.

Such material, like terry, great for making warm bedding. Flannel warms up quickly and retains heat for a long time. The fabric is easy to care for. For washing such bed linen, you can use conventional powders.

Percale bedding attracts with the density of the fabric and its softness. The canvas is easy to paint in the desired pattern. Therefore, it is easy to choose a set with a print of any complexity. It should be noted that paint does not fade in the sun over time.

This material is not inferior to satin in softness, and coarse calico in strength. It adapts perfectly to the room temperature. In the cold season, such bed linen warms up, in the warm season, it prevents you from sweating. Biomatin is durable and wear-resistant. It is very easy to look after him.

The soft and warm material has an interesting textured surface with barely noticeable knots. It is durable and looks attractive. Bed linen made of such material does not wrinkle, does not shrink or stretch.The disadvantage of such sets is that they are more expensive than other cotton products.

Since almost all types of cotton linen are easily dyed, everyone can choose a set of a suitable color for themselves. There are several colors that are especially popular with consumers.

• White... It is a neutral color that is great for relaxing. The man in the bedroom, decorated in light colors, quickly falls asleep. White kits are great for both adults and children. They can fit into the style of almost any bedroom.

• Red... Bed linens in different shades of red are great for bright and emotional people. Red sets are perfect for family bedrooms.

• Blue and green... These shades, like white, help calm and relax before bed.

• Pastel shades... Delicate colors fit perfectly into any bedroom design. You can choose such a kit for both adults and children.

When choosing bed linen, do not rush. The first step is to find out the size of your berth. One-and-a-half sets are suitable for children's and teenagers' bedrooms, euro or family sets for adults. In addition, you need to understand how many pillowcases and duvet covers should be in the set. In this case, focusing on the information indicated on the package, it will be easy to make the right purchase.

When buying colored cotton linen, you need to make sure that it is dyed accurately. If there is some kind of print on the fabric, it should be even. The same can be said for the seams. They should be smooth and neat. After all, the quality of bed linen and its service life depend on this.

Since the fabric is in constant contact with the skin, it must be soft. When buying it is worth touching. Boiled cotton and any other soft fabrics are ideal for people who find it difficult to fall asleep. For children, bedding made from mercerized or crinkled cotton will also work.

New laundry should have a pleasant textile smell. If you feel any extraneous aromas, it is best to refuse to purchase. After all, a strong smell of paint usually indicates that the kit will quickly fade, losing its visual appeal. In addition, a person may be allergic to improperly stained tissue.

Proper care of your cotton linen will help you prolong the life. To maintain the attractive appearance of the fabric, you need to:

• wash clothes following the manufacturer's instructions;
• dry it flat immediately after washing;
• do not resort to tumble drying;
• iron the material with an iron and a humidifier;
• do not dry cotton in direct sunlight.

It is also important to store the kits in the correct conditions. Place it in the closet only when it is completely dry.... To make the fabric smell pleasant, you can use a sachet with the smell of your favorite colors between the different parts of the bedding.

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