Are you buying
pillowcases for the very first time? Well, if you are, then keep in mind that
putting a lot of thought into pillows, and pillowcases too, whether these too
soft or too firm, or just simply right, is a crucial thing, because the right
pillowcase helps prevent a night of tossing, turning and fussing. Thus, in
keeping view of the significance of pillowcases in our lives, we have collected
a few of the important factors to consider when shopping for pillowcases.
Fabric
Pillowcases are
essentially the covers of pillows which help to make our sleep more comfortable
and relaxing, and they also help protect our skin. Now, the first major aspect
to consider when shopping for pillowcases is to consider the fabric used. But
wait, just a helpful hint – If you want to save money in the long run, I
suggest that you buy pillowcases in bulk!
As the pillowcase is
the first materials which touches your face and body, the first factor to
consider when buying pillowcases is fabric. The type of fabric determines the
comfort level as well as the longevity of a new pillowcase. For a more
comfortable sleep, the expert recommend choosing pillowcases that are made with
high-quality materials. And to save money in the long run, it would be best to
buy pillowcases in bulk!
Okay, let’s start
with one of the most popular pillowcase fabrics- cotton. Cotton is widely used
not just for making pillowcases but also bed sheets and other bed linens.
Cotton has a crisp feel, and is also gentle on the skin.
Cotton is a
breathable, lightweight, absorbent, cool and luxurious fabric. Because it is a
natural fabric, it is very easy to maintain, and it has the ability to remain
soft for years. In fact, it can even be used during the summer and the winter
seasons.
Satin is another
smooth, soft and classy fabric which helps in preventing wrinkles on the face,
and tangles of hair piling up when you wake up in the morning. Flannel is
another popular pillowcase fabric, as it is a loosely woven material of cotton
which is soft and appears more rustic.
Polyester is also a
popular material for making pillowcases, bed sheets and linens. Although this
is made from synthetic fiber, it lasts a long time. However, it is not
absorbent, and to make it more absorbent it is usually blended with cotton. On
the other hand, nylon is quite easy to maintain, and it also dries quickly
after washing. However, nylon pillowcases are not that absorbent, and it also
causes the face to become sweaty.
Velvet is another
material that’s popularly used for making pillowcases, bed sheets and linens.
Velvet feels comfortable on the skin, and it’s ideally made of silk, however it
can also be produced from cotton and polyester.
Lastly, linen is a
natural fiber which has been commonly produced in the past, yet today has
become more expensive. But, due to its quality, linen has a quite distinctive
look and feel, which makes it a popular choice for making pillowcases.
Detailing
& Size
The next items to
consider when shopping for pillowcases are detailing and size. When it comes to
details, many people actually don’t know the difference between pillowcases and
pillow shams.
Basically, both do
the same function, which is to cover the pillow. However, the main difference
between them is that the opening of the pillowcases is only at one side like an
envelope. A pillow sham opens at the back side though.
Now, in terms of
size, there are 4 sizes of pillowcases used in Australia, and these are
Standard, European, Queen and King size pillowcases. A standard pillowcase
measures 48 x 74 cm, while a queen pillowcase measures 50 x 80 cm, and a king
size pillowcase is measured at 50 x 90 cm. Whatever you size option, always
keep in mind that it would be less costly in the long run if you buy
pillowcases in bulk!
