If you get hot when you sleep, cooling bed sheets can prevent long nights of tossing and turning in a sweat-soaked bed. There is no shortage of sheets that claim to help hot sleepers, but with so many types of fabric, brands and unique cooling technology available, making an informed decision can be overwhelming. Taking a moment to learn how sheets keep you cool, what features various brands offer and how much their sheets cost will put you in a better position to choose the right set.
Bed sheets made with bamboo can be more eco-friendly than other sheets, as bamboo often doesn’t require pesticides. While bamboo itself is often chemical-free, the process by which the material is spun into fibers can require additional chemicals. Many bamboo sheets are lightweight and breathable, making them ideal for hot sleepers.
Tencel sheets are made from eucalyptus trees, giving them a soft, silky feel. The eucalyptus pulp they consist of gives the sheets a natural cooling property. The tiny Tencel fibers are naturally hydrophilic and absorb any sweat that you may produce through the night to keep you comfortable.
Not all cotton sheets are great for hot sleepers, but those with a percale or other breathable weave can keep you cool through the night at a low price point. Cotton isn’t as absorbent as Tencel, but it’s often blended with other materials to give it moisture-wicking properties. Thanks to their breathable weaves, many microfiber sheet sets can keep you at a comfortable tem.