When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more Cotton is by far the most popular choice for sheet material thanks to its breathability, comfort, and durability. This natural fiber that can either be light and airy or dense and warming depending on how it's weaved, making it an excellent choice for both hot and cold sleepers.

It's easy to clean and maintain with various options at different price points. To find the best cotton sheets for this guide, we only considered products made from 100% cotton. Each pick comes from our tested guide to the best sheets , where we slept on 21 sets of sheets for several months to determine our top picks.

The types of cotton, weave, and thread count can all make a big difference in selecting the best cotton sheets for your bed, but ultimately, it all comes down to personal preference. Knowing whether you like the feel of percale (crisp and matte) or sateen (smooth and silky) is a good place to start when shopping for cotton sheets. We think most sleepers will enjoy the cool, crisp feel of L.

L.Bean's Percale Sheet Set , but if you want a luxurious silky feel and don't mind sheets that sleep a little hot, Brooklinen's Luxe Sateen Core Sheet Set is also a great buy. Our top picks for cotton sheets Best percale: L.

L.Bean Percale Sheet Set (Queen) - See at L.L.

Bean Best sateen: Brooklinen Luxe Sateen Core Sheet Set - See at Brooklinen Best budget: Threshold Solid Performance Sheet Set (Queen) - See at.