Satin bed linen: assortment and selection features

Coming home after a hard day at work, you want to fall into a soft bed and forget about everything in the world. For a healthy sound sleep, the quality of bed linen is of great importance. Today, manufacturers present us with a ton of options. They differ in price, strength, durability and many other parameters. One option is satin bedding. We will talk about its advantages, disadvantages and features in this article.

Imagine a perfectly flat surface with a glossy sheen and beautiful patterns. This will be satin. Unlike natural silk, it is not so slippery and cold.

It got its name thanks to its special weaving. If we compare the seamy side and the front side, then they have significant differences. The latter is very smooth and even, while the reverse side has a clear weave pattern. This is due to the fact that the warp threads are unevenly intertwined. On the outside, they form a flat surface and it seems that they all lie in the same direction. This creates a special shine.

As for the composition, for the production of satin, fibers such as cotton, silk, bamboo or synthetics are traditionally used in different proportions. And although synthetics are included in the composition, its percentage is small. It is natural fabrics that are commonly called satin. Due to this, they have excellent properties. Their cost will be appropriate. But high-quality satin underwear is worth the expense, because it will serve you much longer than a regular calico set.

As well as other sets, satin linen can be classified according to several main characteristics: size, composition, decor, additional functions.

One-bed sets are the most modest size that suits baby cots. The package includes a pillowcase, sheet and duvet cover. Standard sizes: duvet cover - 135 * 200 cm, pillowcase (note that only one is included in the kit) - 50 * 70 cm, sheet - 110 * 200 cm.

One-and-a-half sets differ from the previous ones in larger sizes and the presence of an additional pillowcase. Not all kits have this option, so check the packaging for the exact item list. In the English version, the inscription will read "single" or "1 bad". As for the size grid, a 1.5-bed duvet cover has a size of 150 * 220 cm, the same size will be for the sheet. Both pillowcases are of the same size 70 * 70 cm.

Double sets are designed for large beds, although their sizes are more modest than those of the "euro". Therefore, when choosing, measure the parameters of your bed. This will allow you to find the right size. The set includes one duvet cover (180 * 220 cm), one sheet (200 * 220) and a pair of pillowcases (70 * 70 cm).

"Euro" is the most popular PBC size today, as most modern beds have a high mattress. The size of the sheet of 240 * 220 cm allows you to easily fill it and not be afraid that it will crumple up during sleep. The duvet cover is also large in size - 200 * 220. Blankets of the appropriate size are more than enough for a married couple. At the same time, you do not have to pull it over yourself, since the dimensions allow two adults to sit comfortably under it. Pillowcases have a custom size - 50 * 70 cm.

If you are used to sleeping under a separate blanket, then the family kit is for you. It includes two duvet covers with parameters 150 * 220. There is one sheet (150 * 220 cm), but the pillowcases, as expected, are 2 pieces (70 * 70 cm).

Satin sets can be of several types, depending on the fabric from which they are made.

Satin satin combines all the virtues of silk and cotton. The fact is that the seamy side of the fabric has a cotton composition. This makes it pleasant to the body and reduces the risk of slipping. The elegant front side is notable for its beauty and shine, as it is made of silk.

There is also a blended satin. On the one hand, the addition of polyester to the fabric reduces its environmental friendliness. But this gives the material more wear resistance. The main advantage of such linen is its low (compared to natural satin) cost.

Microsatin is often called a new generation material. It does not roll, the drawings on it do not fade and it is pleasant to the body. This is due to the addition of polyester to the composition. The fabric lends itself well to dyeing, which allows manufacturers to make not just bright prints on it, but 3D images.

Satin jacquard can have either a cotton or a blended base. It is distinguished by its volumetric pattern, which is formed due to the special interweaving of threads. For this, weaving machines are used that are designed to produce only this type of fabric.

Bed linen manufacturers are trying to make their sets not only of high quality, but also easy to use. Therefore, when choosing bed linen, pay attention to the following details.

• Lightning. Think of how much trouble the blanket slot can cause. Feet periodically fall into it (even buttons do not save), the blanket itself strives to slip through it. Lightning solves all these problems. The blanket will be easy to remove when you need to wash the set.
• Elastic... An elasticated sheet keeps it securely on the mattress. If you have a restless sleep, then you may have noticed more than once how folds form on the sheet in the morning or it completely crumples and straightens from all sides. The elastic will prevent the sheet from slipping or wrinkling.
• Cover. Some sets are additionally equipped with a blanket. This is very convenient as it creates the unity of the kit. Even if you place the pillows on top of the bedspread, they will create a cohesive ensemble.

A solid color set is a universal option. To make it fit perfectly into the interior, look at the colors in which the room is made. But you can also purchase a set of bright contrasting colors. This will create an additional accent color. In this case, the room itself will be noticeably transformed.

The combination of two shades on linen can be either of a contrasting nature or from the same color scheme. Which version of the two-tone KPB suits your interior depends on the palette in which it is executed, as well as on your personal preferences.

Printed drawing is also popular now. There are two ways to apply it. The first is reactive. The coloring pigment completely penetrates into all fibers. This ensures the durability of the pattern. It can be safely washed many times in the washing machine. In the second method - printed, the pattern will decorate only the front side. It is logical to assume that such a canvas will both fade and lose its original beauty faster.

New technologies allow the manufacturer to produce real masterpieces, such as 3D drawing. The choice of patterns and ornaments is unlimited here. Any image can be transferred to fabric. The so-called photographs look very interesting. They in all their glory convey floral arrangements, illustrations of animals and wildlife. Children also really like funny cartoon characters and cute puppies and kittens.

Strap-satin translated from English means "stripes".The threads in different sections (stripes) have different directions. This creates an interesting fabric decor.

Despite the abundance of drawing techniques, embroidery is still popular and relevant. Its use in decorating a bedding set makes the product chic and respectable. It should be noted that the cost of such a canvas is much higher (often in this version there are sets of Lux quality).

It should be said about such a special material as a reaper. At the first glance at it, you will immediately understand its main feature. The canvas looks wrinkled. At the same time, its aesthetics are not lost.

Satin lingerie is loved for its excellent performance and beauty.

Satin kits will only need to be tweaked after a night out, and they will look like they've just been ironed again. If you carefully hang them after washing, then tedious ironing can be avoided altogether.

Satin has a pleasant sheen. It is not as saturated as silk, but this material also slips much less. The smoothness of the surface looks very aesthetically pleasing and beautiful. Due to the special weaving technology and the use of natural fibers, satin linen can withstand up to 200 washes. This is a solid indicator.

For babies and adults with a tendency to allergic reactions, the indicator of hypoallergenicity is very important. In these cases, it is unacceptable to use synthetic fabrics. Even if it gets pretty hot at night, don't worry. After all, linen absorbs moisture well, relieving the body of unpleasant sensations.

When trying to surround yourself with things that are safe for health, special attention should be paid to bedding. After all, sleep takes us about 8 hours a day. Give preference to trusted manufacturers, as even natural fiber can be dyed with inadequate dyes. Firms that value their name will not allow this in their own production.

The breathability of the laundry is a very important factor. In addition to good heat-retaining properties, it must pass air well. This ensures the necessary air circulation during sleep.

Satin underwear has not only pluses but also minuses. But there are not so many of them and many of them are conditional.

1. High price. Quality satin bedding cannot be cheap. Therefore, whatever the sellers promise you, keep a rational point of view in this matter.
2. Susceptible to sunburn when dried. Of course, in a city it is difficult to imagine that someone is drying clothes on the street. But balconies remain, which often serve as a place for drying wet clothes and linen. Therefore, a warning about this feature of satin is not at all superfluous.
3. Excessive smoothness. If the manufacturer has not taken care to make the inside of the duvet cover more rough, then the blanket may slide off, and the sheet may straighten and crumple.

In order to evaluate the quality of satin bedding in the store, pay attention to the following points.

1. Density of threads - not less than 100 per square centimeter of fabric.
2. Examine the entire surface of the laundry carefully. There shouldn't be a single lead on it. If the fabric is of sufficient quality, then they will not appear during the period of operation.
3. Take one layer of fabric and look through it at the light. Its density should be high enough, there can be no question of any transparency. Looking through the fabric at the light, the silhouettes of objects should not even be guessed.

Reviews of satin bedding are mostly positive. Users love both the brightness of the shades and the smoothness of this material. Moreover, more and more people order it through specialized sites, since the assortment in them is much larger.

Manufacturers such as Blakit, Tac, Vasilisa have good recommendations.The quality of luxury bed linen from Turkey is also appreciated by users, but Chinese manufacturers do not inspire confidence in our fellow citizens.

You will see an overview of satin bedding in the next video.