A good night's sleep is very important for health and good mood. You can ensure the most comfortable night's rest thanks to high-quality bed linen. Among the huge range of bedroom sets, those made of poplin are popular and in great demand.
Poplin fabric: composition and main characteristics
Poplin is considered the most suitable material for bed linen. It has been used for sewing shirts, pillowcases, sheets, duvet covers, and various clothes for a very long time. Poplin is now produced in India and China. Factories mainly use natural cotton to create it. Silk is sometimes added to the fabric to dilute it.
Poplin fabric differs in characteristics depending on its composition. Made from natural cotton, the material is of high quality and low cost. At the same time, the material wears out more slowly. The fabric can also be completely silk, wool, and synthetic.
The material has the following distinctive features:
- it practically does not wrinkle, holds its shape perfectly thanks to the textured fabric and transverse ribs;
- very dense, which is achieved thanks to a special weave;
- affordable. The market offers a wide range of fabrics and products in various price categories;
- hygroscopicity. Due to excellent moisture and air permeability, linen and clothes made of poplin are very pleasant to the touch;
- easy to care for. No need to use special detergents when washing, the fabric does not fade or change size.
For your information! Poplin is a very soft fabric, and products made from it hold their shape perfectly. The slight sheen present on the surface of the fabric gives the products an unusual chic.
Poplin bed linen: pros and cons for comfort lovers
Poplin, what kind of fabric is this, everyone who prefers to sleep on high-quality and comfortable bed linen knows. Sleeping on such sheets is maximally comfortable and healthy.
Poplin bed linen has the following advantages:
- affordable price;
- hypoallergenic;
- environmental friendliness;
- hygroscopicity;
- air permeability;
- antibacterial properties;
- strength;
- wrinkle resistance;
- resistance to thread stretching;
- undemanding in care;
- long service life.
All these advantages are typical only for high-quality material. If poplin is cheap, it can cause an allergic reaction, lose its shape when washed and will not last long.
Please note! If cheap paints were used in the production of the material, the fabric may not only cause allergies, but also be toxic.
Recommendations for selection
Bed linen made of poplin does not go unnoticed and is in great demand. When purchasing such linen, it is important to make the right choice. To do this, you need to carefully read the information on the packaging.
When choosing bed linen from poplin, you need to pay attention to the appearance of the fabric, which should be evenly colored and shiny. The density should be chosen at least 115 threads per 1 cm². The pattern on the canvas should be clear, and the dimensions should correspond to those specified by the manufacturer.
The poplin material should not smell of paint. Only a light aroma of good textiles is acceptable. You can verify the quality and eliminate the possibility of fading by rubbing it with your hand. If it remains clean, then there is no need to doubt the quality of the product.
Care instructions
Unfortunately, many people who buy poplin products do not know what kind of fabric it is and how to care for it. In order for products made from this material to be successfully used for a long time, to remain beautiful and soft, it is important to care for them properly. Care consists of appropriate washing, ironing, drying and storage.
During the period of use of poplin bed linen, you should adhere to the following tips:
- follow the manufacturer's advice and instructions;
- wash inside out;
- If there are zippers or buttons, fasten them;
- After purchasing, you should refresh the set; a delicate wash cycle is best for this.
Please note! Subsequently, it is better to wash the laundry with a soft powder. It is forbidden to use bleaches. Liquid detergents are ideal for washing. Colored items should be washed separately from white ones and only special detergents should be used for each.
If the set is made of colored and printed fabrics, it is strictly forbidden to soak it. In order for the product to look attractive for a long time, it should be washed only on a gentle cycle and not choose a water temperature above 40 °C.
When washing poplin bed linen in a washing machine, preference should be given to delicate spinning, and when hand washing, the material should be wrung out only slightly, without wringing it out too much. It is strictly forbidden to use a machine dryer, as well as to dry linen in the sun. The products are dried in a straightened, suspended form.
Ironing of poplin bed linen should be done at a temperature of no more than 150 °C. If the product has applique, embroidery or rhinestones, it is better to iron it only from the inside without using steam.
The poplin set, clean and ironed, should be stored in a closed linen closet. This will prevent it from fading.
Percale, satin, poplin or calico: which is better?
High-quality textiles can give a unique color to the bedroom. Beautiful sheets on the bed, soft bedspreads and pillows of various shades will create a unique and cozy atmosphere.
Bed linen can be made from different materials. The most popular are calico, percale, satin, polysatin and poplin. Each of these materials has certain advantages and disadvantages. If you analyze all the pros and cons, you can conclude which fabric will be of higher quality, wear-resistant, attractive in appearance and financially.
Many housewives wonder which fabrics are better: poplin or satin, which is better for bed linen. Comparing these materials, we can conclude that satin products are more expensive. As for density, poplin is slightly denser and velvetier. Poplin also differs from satin in silkiness. At the same time, both materials have a smooth surface.
Please note! In terms of practicality and wear resistance, poplin can be compared to thick calico, but in terms of thinness and softness, the material is in no way inferior to satin.
As mentioned earlier, satin is considered the most expensive, followed by percale, while bed linen sets made of calico and poplin are cheaper.
Percale bed linen looks rich, but the main difference of this material is the possibility of an allergic reaction to it, which is why many people refuse to buy it.
Please note! As for naturalness, all the listed materials are environmentally friendly, natural cotton.
It is easiest to care for poplin and satin, as stains from these materials can be washed off at low temperatures. Linen made from them does not require careful ironing. In terms of the cost of the fabric and its appearance, poplin is considered the best option.
Manufacturers and prices of bed linen
Those housewives who know firsthand about poplin, what kind of fabric it is, buy bed linen made of this material with pleasure. In order not to make a mistake with the choice and buy a really high-quality set of bed linen, you need to give preference to proven and positively proven manufacturers.
The following companies are recognized as the best manufacturers of poplin bed linen:
- "ArtDesign". Bed linen from this manufacturer is in great demand throughout Russia. The company produces bed linen sets made of poplin and other common materials, which are distinguished by various colors, reasonable cost, high quality, and neat tailoring. Bed linen retains its original appearance for a long time. The average cost of a bed linen set is 2678 rubles.*
- JSC HBC "Shuyskie sittsy" produces poplin bed linen sets with a wide range of amazing and unique designs to meet the taste preferences of customers with different financial capabilities. The products are distinguished by their quality and durability. The company sells products both wholesale and retail. The average cost of poplin bed linen is 2517 rubles.
- The Ivanovo factory "Prestige" has been producing products from poplin and other materials for a long time. In the production of bed linen, only high-quality imported dyes are used, which ensure the brightness of the pattern and its durability. All products of the factory are certified and meet hygienic standards. The average cost of a set is 2500 rubles.
- "Sailid" is a domestic company that has achieved recognition thanks to the production of high-quality and beautiful bed linen with bright colors, embroidery, and photo printing. The company's products do not fade or shrink, maintaining an attractive appearance for a long time. The linen strictly corresponds to the sizes indicated on the packaging. The average cost of a poplin set is 2430 rubles.
- "Blakit" is a leading Belarusian company that produces relatively inexpensive, but high-quality bed linen sets made of various materials. Those sets made of poplin are very popular. During use, the fabric does not fade, does not lose brightness and strength for a long time. The company offers its customers a wide range of models, which is represented by a variety of bright patterns, neutral and dark tones. The average cost of a set is 2038 rubles.
An important condition for decorating a bedroom is the correct choice of bed linen. Today, poplin sets occupy leading positions on the textile market. To fully enjoy the unique properties of the material, you need to buy high-quality fabrics and take proper care of them. If you follow fairly simple rules, a poplin bed set will decorate your bedroom and guarantee healthy sleep.
*Prices are valid as of May 2019.
