Which bed linen to choose: from poplin, calico or satin

2024 Author: Priscilla Miln | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-16 00:21

People sleep for almost half of their lives. Our physical and psychological he alth, level of performance and emotional state depend on how comfortable the bedroom and bed are, whether they contribute to a good rest.

Recently, poplin bedding is increasingly found on store shelves next to the usual sets of satin, calico and microfiber. What is this new material, what are its advantages and disadvantages? Let's consider all these questions in more detail.

Where and when did he appear

Oddly enough, but poplin is quite old, if not ancient material. The manufacture of this durable and rather dense fabric began in the 14th century in France. The name of this material comes from the Italian term papalino, which means "papal" translated intoRussian language, as clothes were sewn from it for the clergy of the Pope.

In our country, this fabric appeared only in the XVIII century and was brought from Europe. On sale it was called "European calico".

What kind of fabric is this

As a result of weaving transverse and longitudinal threads of different thicknesses, which can be both natural and artificial, poplin is obtained. Thanks to this weaving, thick and coarser threads are inside, closed from the outside by softer and thinner ones. This fabric is similar to satin in its external sheen - "spark", but cheaper than it. Poplin in most of its characteristics resembles coarse calico, but it is lighter, softer, smoother and very pleasant and comfortable to the touch, which contributes to its popularity in the manufacture of various underwear and clothing.

Poplin bedding is usually made from 100% cotton, but some manufacturers are experimenting and weaving different threads: wool, silk or synthetic. Accordingly, natural threads increase the price, and added artificial threads reduce it.

How it happens

Before deciding which material to buy a bedding set, check out the types of poplin produced by modern enterprises:

1. Bleached through a special chemical treatment that removes the yellowish or greyish tinge inherent in the canvas.



This procedure is also carried out at the stages of preparing the fabric for dyeing.

2. Plain dyed, which is given a single color after bleaching.
3. Printed or printed. With the help of special machines, a pattern is applied to the fabric with stable paints, which turns out to be bright and clear.
4. The multi-colored pattern on the material is formed during the manufacturing process by using fibers or threads of different colors.

Properties

Poplin bedding has all the positive characteristics of the fabric, it is:

• silky;
• soft;
• pleasant to the touch;
• environmentally friendly and non-allergic;
• strong and wear-resistant;
• does not wrinkle;
• holds its shape well, does not deform or stretch;
• "breathes", that is, freely passes air;
• hygroscopic, that is, capable of both absorbing and releasing moisture;
• Easy to wash even in cold water;
• many color options.

In addition, poplin bed linen, due to the peculiarities of the fabric structure, is more environmentally friendly, practical, hygienic and durable than similar calico.

So what to choose

It will not be a discovery that natural materials, such as cotton, are best suited for bed linen. It is used to make popular fabrics such as satin, calico and poplin.

Sewn from coarse calico sets are durable, wear-resistant and quite cheap, but they have a significant drawback: they are rough and hard to the touch. Moreover, numerous washings do not have a special effect on their rough"character".

Shiny and silky satin bed linen is beautiful and pleasant to the body, a variety of colors can satisfy even the most demanding taste. One disadvantage is the high price.

Poplin bedding sets have been produced not so long ago, but its wear resistance, softness and comfort allow it to compete with coarse calico, and its light matte sheen makes it look like satin. When choosing which material, poplin or satin, is best for sleeping sets, you just need to compare their quality by touch, and then look at the price, which is more friendly with a poplin set.

How to choose the right one

On the shelves of stores today you can see sets of poplin bed linen from various manufacturers with a wide range of prices. However, a beautiful label, a high price and a big name do not guarantee quality. Be sure to look closely at the fabric itself and how the linen is sewn.

Jagged edges, poorly finished seams, protruding threads - this is an indicator of low quality and, most likely, such poplin bedding does not meet the requirements of the standard. As already mentioned, poplin fabric practically does not wrinkle, so try to crumple it in your hand. You should not be led by the beliefs of sellers and buy polypoplin bedding. This material is not some kind of innovative development, it is a poplin fabric, the structure of which includes quite a lot of syntheticfibers. A little more expensive, but much better quality domestic bed linen. Ivanovo poplin today produces high-quality and beautiful, and it costs much less than imported counterparts.