Linen is a very durable, lightweight fabric produced from the stem of the flax plant. Linen is a notoriously strong fiber. It’s three times stronger than cotton (the Bureau of Engraving and Printing even uses it to make bills) so you can expect your linen sheets to last for many years.
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The flat sheet is the first covering over the fitted sheet. It's the layer that touches the body, providing a hygienic, easy to wash barrier between you and other bed coverings used for warmth and/or decoration. Luxury sheets can hang down the side of the mattress though traditionally they are tucked in all the way around for a more polished presentation.
Silk sheets feel really smooth and luxurious against the skin. Silk bedding is made from the cocoons of silk spun by silkworms. As with other natural fibres, silk is breathable and wicks moisture away from your skin to help keep you cool as you sleep. Like linen, silk has anti-bacterial properties.
Bed linen can be made from a variety of materials, including cotton, linen, silk, and synthetic blends. The thread count, which refers to the number of threads per square inch of fabric, is a crucial factor in determining the quality and feel of the material. Higher thread counts generally indicate softer, more durable bed linen, with 300-600 thread count being a benchmark for quality.