Features of the choice and use of bed linen from stripe satin

A set of stripe satin is one of the types of premium bedding, featuring a special manufacturing technology. The product is a cotton canvas with shiny stripes on both sides. The popularity of the material is due to a number of its advantages. It is worth considering in more detail what is the peculiarity of this bedding.

Stripe satin is an outwardly shiny, thin, but at the same time very durable material, which is usually dyed with natural dyes of light colors. A shiny finish is created by a special weaving technique, which consists in overlapping several warp threads with a weft thread on the right side. This technique makes the fabric glossy, smooth and even glossy.

Such bed linen owes its name to stripes (from English - stripe), which represent an exquisite pattern.

Consumers will be interested to learn more about the following advantages:

• the satin product is made from pure cotton;
• in production, the threads are treated with soda, followed by washing it with hot and cold water, which makes them stable and shiny;
• the material does not stretch and is free from shrinkage;
• prominent stripes can form geometric patterns;
• it is a very soft and pleasant to the touch fabric that does not provoke irritation and allergies on the skin;
• the ability not to stretch after the next wash makes the fabric durable;
• it is hygienic underwear that can warm you on a cold night and create freshness in summer;
• the material does not crumble and is dust-repellent.

A feature of the material is a special manufacturing technology, which is characterized by the following aspects:

• the fibers are thin and strongly twisted;
• during the whitening and dyeing procedures, strong chemical reagents are not used;
• dyes penetrate deep into the structure of the threads;
• light tones and pearlescent shades are created without the use of harmful pigments;
• the number of threads in 1 sq. cm - from 110 to 180;
• fabric density - 120 g / sq. meter.

Visiting the textile department in search of the presented type of linen, you should be guided by the principles of choosing a cotton product and pay attention to several criteria.

• The weight. Cotton canvas cannot be light. A standard 1.5-bed set should weigh 1-1.3 kg.
• Certificate. High quality linen must meet basic quality standards. This must be documented, the information is entered into a certificate of conformity, which must be provided in the store upon request.
• Price. When choosing an inexpensive kit, know that you have synthetic products in front of you. Natural cotton product cannot be cheap.
• Density. It has already been noted above that the fibers of this stripe satin have a density of 120 g / sq. meter. This figure may be higher, it's okay, but such a thing will cost much more.
• Design. As a rule, stripes are the main design offered by the manufacturers of this bedding. This is the distinctive feature and zest of a monochromatic product. The variety is determined by the range of tones.Most often these are pastel shades - blue, pink, peach, but there are also expressive exotic options. For example, a turquoise set looks very beautiful and expensive on a family bed. It has a bright and presentable appearance, but at the same time it is a very delicate, romantic, sophisticated piece of furniture. This is one of the common design options that can be easily found in the textile departments.

The main feature of using stripe satin bed linen is the possibility of its use on both sides. You can lay a sheet on the bed without even looking or choosing a side - both parts look beautiful and elegant. The same goes for the duvet cover with pillowcases. After washing, they do not need to be turned onto the right side.

Fabric care is simple, but still requires compliance with the following conditions:

• washing clothes can only be done separately from other materials;
• the maximum temperature at which it is recommended to wash the stripe satin is +40 degrees;
• as a powder, a product should be used that does not contain bleaches;
• there is no need to iron the product.

Positive reviews about stripe satin linen are associated with its amazing appearance. Consumers believe that the product does not need additional decoration and looks great without any patterns and drawings. Some believe that this linen gives the house a special romance and flavor. According to buyers, sleeping under a cotton blanket is very pleasant, hair and skin do not cling to anything.

Of the minuses of the product, its poor air permeability is noted. According to consumers, it is very hot to sleep under a stripe satin blanket in summer. In addition, according to some people, this fabric is very slippery, which also creates some inconvenience at night. To solve the problem, it is recommended to sleep in cotton pajamas.

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