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Choosing the Perfect Bed Sheets
By Myloer Jamery
You spend a lot of your time sleeping, which means you definitely want to sleep on something comfortable. Choosing the right bed sheets is definitely important and there are many things to consider. Here are several tips to help you choose the best bed sheets.
First of all, when you are purchasing bedding, you definitely want to make sure you purchase the right size of sheets. There are many different types of mattresses out there, and just because your bed is a king size bed, doesn’t mean regular king sheets will fit. There are pillow tops, extra thick mattresses, California Kings, and more. Pay attention to the size of you bed when you buy to ensure the sheets fit.
It’s important to consider the thread count of your sheets as well. The higher the thread count, the softer your sheets are going to be. If you go with a low thread count, you’ll spend the night on scratchy sheets, which means you won’t sleep well. Sheets over 250 count are the best, and the higher, the more comfy you’ll be at night.
Of course, material is also important when choosing the perfect bed sheets. There are various materials to choose from, including silk, cotton, satin, and flannel. Probably the most common choice is cotton, because it is cool when it’s hot and warm when it’s cold. However, some people love the warmth of flannel sheets, while other prefer the luxurious feeling of silk or satin sheets.
These are just several things to think about when picking out bedding. Your sheets are important to a good night’s rest, so choose carefully.
A Green Home Decor Gift Idea
By: Michelle Radcliff
With the holidays fast approaching, its time to start thinking about what gifts you want to buy this year for family and friends. If you know someone just starting out in a new home or apartment, this environmentally-friendly gift idea is both unique and affordable.
Whether you’re looking for a housewarming gift, wedding gift or Christmas gift, a bamboo bath towel set bamboo sheet sets makes a great gift. “Going green”, a term that is referred to for anyone wanting to become more environmentally responsible and aware, is a fast growing trend. More and more people are looking to buy products that have the least negative impact on the environment. The materials used to make a product and the methods used in manufacturing it are the determining factors of classifying something that is “green” or environmentally-friendly.
Bath towels, bamboo sheets, or any textiles that are made from bamboo fiber as opposed to cotton have several advantages. First, bamboo is a highly sustainable material. It is one of the fastest growing woody plants in the world; some species grow 3-4 feet per day! Cutting bamboo down actually promotes rapid regrowth. Bamboo comes in many different species that are very versatile, making it extremely adaptable to different growing environments. Bamboo uses high amounts of carbon dioxide, a common greenhouse gas and produces large amounts of oxygen. It is abundantly available in many rural communities that are economically challenged, making it a valuable resource to help improve the economies and preserve the cultures of these communities.
In addition to the environmental benefits of bamboo, it also has some natural health benefits as well. Bamboo produces a unique anti-bacteria and bacteriostasis bio agent called “bamboo kun”. This enables textiles made of bamboo to be naturally anti-bacterial and deodorizing. Bamboo requires less dye than cotton while producing more vivid colors. Another disadvantage of cotton is that it takes large amounts of pesticides to maintain and grow it. Bamboo yarn is softer than cotton, often compared to cashmere.
These are some of the great benefits of giving bamboo fiber bath towel sets as a unique, ecofriendly gift. They are also an affordable gift, you can find a set of three that includes a bath towel, hand towel and washcloth for under $40.00. Bamboo bath towel sets and bamboo sheets are great for people with allergies because they are naturally hypo-allergenic and anti-microbial. They’re a gift you can feel good about giving.
Bamboo Sheets Keep Germs Out of Bed
by Lloyd Alter, Toronto on 01.16.07
For those germaphobes or laundry challenged, we learn from the Wall Street Journal about antibacterial bedsheets. They list a couple of brands treated with silver, another with copper, but also bamboo sheets from Elite Linens. “these sheets and pillowcases are made from bamboo fibers that the company says wick away moisture, block bacteria growth and are comfortable for people with night sweats. Some buyers may not like their shiny look.” We have seen claims about bamboo’s antibacterial properties before and looked further. It appears that “The natural antibacterial properties of bamboo fabric come from an inherent quality of bamboo commonly called “bamboo kun.” Bamboo does not require the use of pesticides due to this natural antifungal antibacterial agent. It is rarely attacked by pests or infected by pathogen. The same natural substance that protects bamboo growing in the field, functions in the spun bamboo fibers.” ::Wall Street Journal More on antibacterial goodness below the fold.
A quantitative antibacterial capability test was performed by the China Industrial Testing Center (CTITC) from July 7th 2003 thru July 11, 2003. One hundred percent Bamboo Fabric was tested over a 24-hour incubation period with bacterial strain type Staphylococcus aureous. After the 24-hour period the numbers of live bacteria were counted in each sample. The results showed that 100% bamboo fabric exhibits 99.8% antibacterial kill rate.
Studies by the Japan Textile Inspection Association (JTIA) revealed long-term antibacterial efficacy of bamboo fabric. The quantitative test method JISL 1902 was performed using 100% bamboo fabric that had been washed industrially 50 times. Incubation over a 24-hour period with bacterial strain type MRSA Staphylococcus IID 1677 was followed by a count of live bacteria on each sample. Results showed that bamboo fabric showed antibacterial efficacy (greater than) 70% after 50 industrial washings. (Results obtained from Shanghai Tenbro Bamboo Textile LtD)
Antimicrobial and Antibacterial Textile Benefits:
Fifty individuals suffering from the fungal infection tinea pedis commonly called athlete’s foot were given antimicrobial, antibacterial socks. All fifty test subjects reported the disappearance of the burning and itching that accompanies athlete’s foot within 1-2 days of wearing the socks. Within 2-6 days the blistering and sores characteristic of athlete’s foot disappeared and the skin returned to normal. None of the fifty individuals reported any adverse effects after using the socks. ::Jonano (Press release from clothing company but sounds reputable)
Bamboo Sheets NO! There Not Wood
In Asian countries bamboo has long been exploited for a good reason .Lately the western world is catching on. The latest use for this product is the production of bamboo sheets.
Bamboo has been used in the latest home accessory bedding and the trend has grown rapidly in the past two years.
Let’s take a look at the benefits of bamboo sheets .It’s almost silk but soft with much more traction, as with silk one can feel like there slipping and sliding. Bamboo sheets offer much more traction.
There light and strong anti-bacterial with hypoallergenic qualities. To resist bacteria, makes bamboo an ideal material for bedding given the coverage in recent time to problems such as bed bugs.
In summer and winter this material is very adaptable the way it a just to climate keeping you warm in winter and cool in summer. Because of it’s insulation ability and the material’s breathing nature. Negatives
There are negatives question’s about bamboo sheets .We will address that later.
Soft, Breathable, Beautiful Sheets!
Cotton is the most common fabric used to make bed sheets because of its softness and breathability. However, cotton is often harvested through non-eco friendly means, and dyed with chemicals. The more environmental choice in bed sheets is bamboo sheets, which use inexpensive and renewable bamboo fabric. You might think that bamboo wouldn’t be soft or breathable because it is, after all, wood from a tree, not a flower from a plant. However, bamboo fiber is quite soft and breathes even better than cotton because of the natural spaces between the bamboo fibers. Bamboo fabric is often combined with cotton to create superior bed sheets that trump standard cotton sheets in most every fashion.
In addition to bed sheets, bamboo fabric can be used to make clothing, towels, and even blankets. Bamboo fiber is also excellent for absorbing moisture, making bamboo towels the clear choice in bathroom essentials. When you purchase bamboo fabric, you know that you’re receiving a quality product that is also easy on the environment.