Bed linens come in a variety of choices. From silk, cotton, cotton blends, polyester and percale you will find there are a number that are used for different times of the year. When you are looking for the best choice of bed linens for summer bedding, there are quite a few choices as well.

Two choices that many find quite comfortable in the summer are silk and cotton. Cotton sheets come in several different types and are chosen because they breathe well keeping sleep ers cooler. In addition, cotton is economical, durable and is not expensive, depending upon the type chosen. Crisp cotton sheets are often considered one of the best types for summer use. The crispness of the sheets will depend upon the thread count. Typically cotton bed linens with a thread count of 280 and under have more of a crisp feel.

Combed cotton is another type. This is achieved by the combing process which allows the sheets to be softer. Egyptian cotton is a good type and if this is to be chosen, make certain that you are purchasing 100% Egyptian cotton. There are some that are blended with other types of cotton. Ecru cotton is one of the best choices for summer. Choosing cotton bed linens with a higher thread count will mean they are softer. The cotton will allow air to circulate and this helps to keep your body from becoming overheated. The use of 100% cotton sheets is often a choice for baby’s cribs to keep them cool in the summer. 

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Another choice for summer bedding is linen. This is a material made from flax seed and it is quite durable, does not shrink as much as cotton and it absorbs well and dries quickly. Linen will allow sheets to breathe, which helps to keep you cooler. Silk is another option. This is made from cultivated silk fibre and it is light and soft. Silk absorbs well and it is a material that does not wrinkle easily. Since pure silk bed linens can be quite expensive and is not as cool as other materials for summer, they are often combined with linen or cotton. Silk must also be dry cleaned rather than washing and this is another reason for purchasing combinations of silk and other materials.

Satin is often used in the place of silk. It creates a luxurious feel and it is cool for summer. Satin bed linens are smooth and can be used by people who have sensitive skin. Polyester is another type of fabric that can be used for summer bedding depending upon the materials used. Polyester is typically made from water, coal or petroleum. In addition, they do not wrinkle and does not shrink.

Percale uses cotton that is wound around polyester. The sheets feel like cotton sheets if a there is a thread count of 180 or more per square inch. These sheets feel cool on hot summer nights. However, they do lose the cotton fibres after they are washed several times and some people find they are not as comfortable.