When choosing bed linen, the question invariably arises, from which fabric to choose a bedding set in cotton or coarse calico? After all, the properties of the kit will depend on which material is preferred. Cotton is a plant fiber from which cotton fabrics are made. Coarse calico is called fabric, which is made mainly from cotton by the plain weaving method. Also, the composition may contain a small amount of polyester threads, then the fabric will have the name Coarse calico gold.
Characteristics of cotton and coarse calico
the properties of cotton and coarse calico are similar, since coarse calico is made exclusively from cotton raw materials, therefore it is more correct to say cotton coarse calico.
- cotton fibers absorb moisture, while increasing in size and leaving its surface dry, therefore, coarse calico bed linen perfectly absorbs moisture, remaining dry, this quality is especially useful in summer, because it makes it so comfortable to sleep under a bed set made of coarse calico, unlike synthetic;
- cotton fabrics, including coarse calico, are perfectly air-permeable, so the body is saturated with oxygen at night, which is especially important during sleep, when the breathing rate decreases;
- lend themselves well to persistent staining, due to which the brightness of the colors remains throughout the entire period of use;
- do not require special maintenance conditions, washing at a water temperature not exceeding 40 degrees for the greatest and longest preservation of the color and structure of the fabric;
- 100% environmental friendliness, the cotton from which the coarse calico is made is completely natural, therefore it is safe for health and can be used without any restrictions for sewing baby bedding;
- high performance characteristics indicate that cotton coarse calico is an excellent option for sewing bed linen, with a long service life without losing its qualities;
- do not cause allergic reactions of the body due to its natural structure, which has a beneficial effect on the body;
Cotton or coarse linen, which is better to choose?
If the composition of 100% cotton is indicated in the characteristics of a product in an online store, this means that the product is safe to use and it is guaranteed not to cause any unwanted body reactions. Various fabrics can be made from cotton, but coarse calico is made only from this raw material. Also, coarse calico can contain synthetic impurities up to 50%, and in some cases up to 80%, therefore it is important to clarify what composition of coarse calico the bed set has.
There is no definite answer to the question of what to choose cotton or coarse calico. If you prefer natural bedding, then the choice will be based solely on the composition of the 100% cotton fabric. If you are not against synthetics, then coarse calico with a density higher than 125g / m2 and with a polyester amount of no more than 20% is perfect for sewing bed linen that will be safe for the body and comfortable to use.
