For a complete night of sleep, it is very important that you are comfortable. There are a few factors that might influence the comfort level while sleeping. The mattress, pillows, and environment are the most obvious ones. However, one that most people might miss is their bedsheets and comforters. The bedsheets are not just decor since they largely affect the quality of sleep. So, there are a few things you should consider while you’re getting them.
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1. Fabric-
Even though the bedsheet influences a room a lot, you should definitely consider the comfort of the fabric as well. Different kinds of comfortable fabrics such as silk, satin, polyester blends, cotton, etc for both a double and single bed sheet. The silk, satin, and similar blends are more attractive and look luxurious, but they’re not for everyone. The fabric should depend on the climate. If you’re living in a cold and dry place, you can easily get these fabrics and you will be extremely comfortable. However, if you live in a hot and humid place, you should definitely go for pure cotton or cotton blends to prevent sweating throughout the night.
2. Durability-
A good quality bed sheet is generally quite expensive. You have to make sure that this sheet is durable so that you don’t have to replace them every few years. The best way to do that is by checking the thread count of the sheet. You should always make sure that the thread count of the sheet is over 140. For most good companies, the thread count will be mentioned. If you can’t find it in the tag, it might be better if you don’t get them and find one that does.
3. Design and Color-
Once we have made sure our bed sheets are comfortable, we should also make sure they pair well with our room. Always try to play around with fabrics in your room that are switched every few years. Get bold colors and always get matching comforters and contrasting pillowcases. This makes your room look dynamic without having to change permanent aspects of it. Get creative with your bedsheets, especially if you live in a rented space where you cannot showcase your style completely.
4. Size-
The size of bed sheet covers is extremely important. Always measure the length and width of your mattress. Make sure that your bed sheet is at least five to eight inches bigger on all sides than your bed. This makes it easier to properly tuck in your bed sheet. Otherwise, there is a chance of it coming loose after every night which is quite frustrating.
5. Return Policy-
Even though it is the most obvious factor for shopping, you should definitely check the return policy while buying bed sheets. Often stores refuse to take it back even when the sheets are clean and unused just because it has been opened. This might be a huge waste of money if you hate the sheet or doesn’t fit your bed. Always check for the return policy and make sure that it is clearly stated that you can return them even if they have been opened.
If you follow these simple tips while buying a single bed sheet, you will come home with one that you would love and which will last years with proper care.
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