
Fabric Choices for Bed Sheets
Both flat and fitted sheets can come in a variety of sizes, fabrics colours and styles to suit all tastes and bedroom decorating schemes. From single beds to super king size there are bed linens designed to fit each correctly to make your life and bed making easier.




Cotton and cotton blends dominate the market, the most common blend being cotton/polyester. Cotton provides absorbency and a soft hand, while polyester adds durability and wrinkle resistance.[2] Other common fibers used in the manufacturing of bed sheets include linen, silk, Modal and bamboo rayon, lyocell, Microtex or Microfiber, and polypropylene. Polypropylene (olefin) is a hypoallergenic spun-bound material produced at a low cost and typically used in emergency shelters or hospitals as disposable sheeting.
A thread count of 200 to 400 will feel luxurious and high quality in percale cotton. This fabric is a hugely popular choice for bed sheets and is often found as the bed sheet of choice in many hotels.
Tencel sheets are made from sustainable wood pulp and are known for their silky smooth texture and moisture-wicking properties.
'Microfiber sheets are very soft, wrinkle-free and typically less expensive than traditional cotton,' says Bed Bath & Beyond. 'However, it can wear down more quickly and is prone to pilling.'