Caring for bamboo and silk bedding: Tips you ought to know

Bamboo and silk are two organic materials that bedding is made out of. Though fabrics and sheets have been crafted for over a decade or more, out of organic material; it is in the recent times that the usage of organic materials in the making of bed and bedding has become popular. There are a lot many people who are switching to an organic way of living.

The purpose of dropping synthetic foods, clothes and bedding is to make living more natural and healthier. So, what’s in organic that is not in artificial? Everything! Or, rather let us put it this way: What is there in synthetic that is not in organic?

Well, synthetic clothes and foods contain harmful chemicals and other substances. This is something that organic fabrics and clothes are completely free from. Therefore, going organic is a smart way of freeing yourself from the contaminants and pollutants as well as toxins can harm your health and well being.

In case you sleep on bamboo or silk bedding, you will know the difference between the regular sheets and the organic ones. Because there is a world of difference between synthetic and natural bedding; the later definitely being the better, it is important to understand that maintenance of bamboo and other organic bedding is different than regular bedding.

HOW TO TAKE CARE OF ORGANIC BED SHEETS

Everyone loves a good night’s sleep. And that is exactly what organic comforters provide along with the additional benefit of wellness. Yes, natural bedding promises a number of health benefits, one of them being freedom from allergies and asthmatic attacks. For those who have a sensitive skin, bamboo and silk bedding comes as a respite. Because eco-friendly comforters are precious, you need to take proper care of them. Here is how:

Do not Bleach: If you have a bamboo comforter, rote this – never bleach bamboo. In case you wish to bring back the lost luster in the fabric, use things like baking soda and vinegar.

Soap: Whether you should apply soap on the bamboo comforter or not, depends on the kind of soap being used. A soap that is mild, chemical free and is manufactured for gentle washes, is right for your natural bedding fabric.

Dry Properly: The right rules for drying the fabric must be followed. In case it is a bamboo sheet, you must always air dry it. Do not use a mechanical dryer to dry these sheets.

There are certain rules that should always be followed while washing and caring for your organic comforter. Read the label so as to understand the process of washing silk and bamboo sheets. In case you can’t infer what it means, read the manual that you get along with the comforters or the sheets. Certain articles on the internet, just like this one, and some ‘how to’ guides can help you with taking care of natural bedding.