Knowing that we spend a third of our lives in bed should help you in your decision making when it comes to good bedding. So needless to say that it is absolutely imperative that you purchase good quality sheets and a supportive mattress to sleep on.
Let’s talk about linen and thread count. You’ve probably heard the term a time or two, so let me explain. Your bed sheets come in different grades of quality. The higher the thread count means your sheets have more threads per square inch, which of course means a tighter weave, therefore a better quality of fabric.
The highest quality and thread count is found in the King of cotton, the Egyptian cotton, which is grown along the Nile.
Pima or Supima also has a long fiber staple and is comparable in quality to the Egyptian cotton. The only difference between the two fabrics is geographical. Pima is grown in the American Southwest and Egyptian cotton grows in the fields along the Nile River in Egypt.
If your pocket book says no to the higher thread count, you can choose a more affordable percale fabric sheets, which is typically around’0 to 200 thread count.
Next, mattress and mattress pads come in soft, firm and everything in-between and your decision will be a personal preference. Memory foam mattresses are now very popular, but keep in mind that the material holds on to your body heat, so users say it is too warm. Perhaps you might consider this if you live in a cold climate.
Mattress pads and covers will protect your mattress from sweat and stains and provide extra padding and comfort. An extra thick pad or cover is certainly cheaper than buying a pillow-top mattress.
Don’t forget about the mattress pad or cover with your mattress purchase. It will not only protect your mattress from sweat or stains, but will also prolong the life of your mattress. Also you’ll need to rotate and turn your mattress every six months to maintain the life of your mattress.
Lastly, you’ll want to consider a warm, soft blanket or comforter for those cold nights. There are tons to choose from, so which one is right for you? Perhaps a warm velour blanket is all you need. Maybe you live in a very cold climate and a high-end goose down comforter will fit the bill. They are comparable to the high-end Egyptian cotton sheets and will give you plenty of years of enjoyment.
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This is a very good summary of the components of a luxury bedding set. I agree that thread count is usually the most important consideration.