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You never quite appreciate good bed sheets until you’ve experience what a difference they can make in your sleep (or nap) quality. There are plenty of debates around what the best thread count is or if you should go for organic bedding, but one thing to consider is to the material itself, especially if you’re a hot sleeper during the summer or anytime of year. Bamboo sheets are not only soft, but they’re cooling — no more tossing your sheets off in the middle of the night or waking up with sweaty bed head.
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Phoebe Yu is the co-founder and CEO of ettitude, a sustainable sleep company.
Bamboo sheets are a sustainable bedding win because they’re made from a highly sustainable fabric. Bamboo is a self-regenerative, easy-to-grow plant, and it’s usually grown without pesticides.
Are bamboo sheets cooling?
Bamboo sheets are softer than cotton (they feel silky to the touch), and more breathable, so you’re not trapping heat under the sheets during the night. But in addition to being breathable, bamboo sheets have natural temperature regulating and moisture-wicking properties, which makes them excellent cooling sheets any time of year. They’re also hypoallergenic, which makes them a great option for anyone with sensitive skin. Finally bamboo sheets are usually made with long fibers, which makes them durable and less susceptible to tearing, qualities you want when you’re investing in something you’ll use every day for years to come.
It also bears mentioning that cooling stand to improve your overall sleep quality, even if you don’t suffer from night sweats. Sleep experts typically recommend a bedroom temperature between 60 and 67 degrees Fahrenheit for optimum sleep, and when you can’t control the thermostat, bedding solutions can come in extra handy for better REM.
How to wash bamboo sheets
Most bamboo sheets are low maintenance and can be tossed in the washing machine, but use the cold cycle with no fabric softener. You can either hang dry or put them in the dryer on a low tumble setting. Bamboo sheets tend to wrinkle, so take them out of the dryer right when they’re done and lay them flat or hang them, or leave the wrinkles for a comfy, relaxed look in your bed.
Ahead, find nine bamboo sheet sets that will help you sleep cool night after night.
Best bamboo sheets
Ettitude Signature Bedding Bundle — $306.00
“Ettitude spent years refining and testing its signature textile to create an evolved and improved, new-generation bamboo fabric,” says Phoebe Yu, co-founder and CEO of Ettitude. “Ettitude’s revolutionary CleanBamboo fabric is produced in a closed-loop system that recycles and reuses water up to 200 times, recycling 98 percent of water in the process. Seventy percent of the bamboo Ettitude harvests is used to create fiber, and the remaining 30 percent is composted.”
Ettitude’s CleanBamboo is feathery soft, thermo-regulating, extremely breathable, antimicrobial, and composed of 100 percent organic bamboo. The effect? A welcome cooling sensation.
Cariloha Bamboo 4-Piece Bed Sheet Set — $279.00
Made with 100 percent organic bamboo-viscose, these sheets have a sateen finish to create a smooth look and feel for your bed. The sheets are thermal regulating, hypoallergenic, and odor-repelling to keep you sleeping cool and comfortably. The set comes with two pillowcases, a fitted sheet, and a flat sheet and in sizes Queen, King, California King, and Split King. You can choose between eight different colors including white, gray, stone, blush, ocean mist, and more.
Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheet Set — $223.00
Cozy Earth’s super soft bamboo sheet set has made Oprah’s Favorite Things list in the past, which is a pretty good endorsement if you ask us. The sheets are made from 100 percent viscose from bamboo, and come in five neutral, easy-to-match colors such as white, grey, and oat. They’re breathable and moisture-wicking, so even hot sleepers won’t have to worry about sweaty nights. You can get the sheet set in sizes Twin/Twin XL – Split King and the set include a flat sheet, a fitted sheet (or two in the case of Split-King), and two pillowcases. The sheets fit on regular and deep pocket mattresses up to 20″. PSA: You can also get bamboo pajamas.
Layla Bamboo Sheets — $136.00
Bedding brand Layla makes everything from mattresses to weighted blankets, and these bamboo sheets will help complete your bedroom upgrade. They’re made from 100 percent viscose from bamboo, are 300 thread count, and feel lightweight and silky against the skin. Choose between white or gray, in sizes Twin – Split King. The set comes with a flat sheet, a fitted sheet (two for the Split King), and one (Twin/Twin XL) or two (Full- Split King) pillowcases.
Quince Organic Bamboo Viscose Sheet Set — $80.00
Not only are these bamboo sheets cooling to the touch, but they’re also organic, made from 100 percent viscose from organic bamboo. Hypoallergenic and free of harmful chemicals and toxins, these sheets are great for anyone with sensitive skin. They come in five different colors — white, sand, light gray, blush, and charcoal — and have 16″ deep pockets and just a touch of satin sheen. Available in sizes Twin-Cal King, the set includes a flat sheet, a fitted sheet, and one (Twin/Twin XL) or two (Full-Cal King) pillowcases.
Nest Bedding 100% Bamboo Luxury Sheet Set — $99.00
Nest Bedding’s sheets have a 300 thread count made from rayon from bamboo, and the sheets have a thick but lightweight feel. They come in five colors and sizes Twin-Cal King. The set includes a flat sheet, a fitted sheet with a 15″ deep pocket, and one (Twin/Twin XL), two (Full), or four (Queen-Cal King) pillowcases. The pillowcases have a flap system, so you won’t have to worry about the cases staying in place no matter how much you toss and turn throughout the night.
Bedsure 100% Viscose from Bamboo Sheets Set — $39.00
Soft, cooling, and breathable, these bamboo viscose sheets have everything you need for a solid night of sleep. They have a twill weave to give them some extra durability, and a 16″ deep pocket to fit most mattresses. They’re available in 14 different colors and sizes Twin-California King. One reviewer said, “This sheet set (includes 1 full, 1 flat, 2 pillow cases) has to be one of the softest sets I’ve ever slept on. The fabric has a slick, silky feel to it. It stays quite cool and doesn’t make you sweaty. I’ve slept rather well on these and don’t even notice that they are underneath me.”
Cosy House Collection Luxury Bamboo Sheets — $50.00
These bamboo viscose sheets are naturally breathable and help circulate airflow, and come in 13 different colors so you can match any bedroom (and have some backup sets, too). They’re available in sizes Twin-Split King, and come with a fitted sheet with 16″ pocket, a flat sheet, and one (Twin/Twin XL) or two pillowcases (Full-Split King).
Said one ustomer, “These bamboo sheets are just wonderful. They are really soft, light weight and wash beautifully. I have had the opportunity to use them both under a comforter and by themselves in warm weather. I was perfectly comfortable in either temperature condition.”
LuxClub Bamboo Sheet Set — $27.00
If you’re looking for color variety, this bamboo sheet set has it — it comes in an impressive 40 different colors and comes in Twin-Split King sizes. The set includes a fitted sheet, flat sheet, and two (Twin/Twin XL) or four (Full-Split King pillowcases).
These popular sheets have over 100K five-star ratings on Amazon, with customers praising everything from their super softness to their effective cooling properties. Said one reviewer, “I get warm really easily at night which leads to a poor nights sleep. I always keep a fan on and the temperature in the bedroom low, but I still woke up sweaty and hot every night. I heard about bamboo sheets and thought I would try them. The first night I used them I slept right through with no problems! These sheets are amazing. Soft and cooling and good price as well.”
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