Cotton is the most popular fabric used to make sheets and other bedding and for good reason. It's durable, breathable, soft, easy to care for, and generally quite affordable.

What are bed sheets made of?

The most common blend being cotton and polyester. Cotton provides absorbency and a soft hand, while polyester adds durability and wrinkle resistance. Other common fibers used in the manufacturing of bed sheets include linen, silk, Modal and bamboo rayon, lyocell, and polypropylene.

Should sheets be all cotton?

While 400 thread count sheets are the minimum you should look for, that doesn't necessarily mean that they're low quality. ... Long staple cotton is an ideal fiber for sheets, but particularly for lower thread counts.