Why You Should Swap Your Sheets When the Season Change
Posted by The Canningvale Team on 2nd Jan 2024
As the seasons change, so do our bedding needs. While it may be tempting to stick with the same bedding year-round, there are many benefits to swapping your sheets for different seasons. Here are our top factors to consider on whether you should consider making a seasonal switch.
So, should you change your sheets with the seasons?
In the wonderful world of bedding, there's no one-size-fits-all answer. We get it; you were hoping for a clear-cut solution. But, trust us, it's a bit like choosing the perfect playlist - personalised and unique to your sleep preferences. Depending on factors like our age, gender, body composition and base metabolic rate, we all experience different temperature sensations while we sleep. For example, young children tend to sleep warm because of their high metabolic rate, while women tend to feel the cold more than men thanks to basic gender differences in body fat distribution.
So, let’s break it down…
📸 featuring Vintage Softwash cotton sheet set and quilt cover set
Comfort and Warmth
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During the cooler months, warmth and cosiness are at the top of our wishlist, but when the mercury starts to rise, those same cosy sheets can feel claustrophobic and heavy, making for an uncomfortable night’s sleep.
Best for summer (or hot sleepers)
Lustro Bamboo
Introducing Lustro Bamboo - an ideal choice for hot sleepers and summer nights. Crafted from bamboo fibres, this lustrous, breathable and silky-smooth option goes beyond providing a soothing sleep experience. The natural properties of bamboo mean Lustro is temperature-regulating, perfect for those seeking a cool and comfortable rest during warmer seasons.
Material: Bamboo
Weave: Twill
Features: Temperature-regulating, ideal for hot sleepers, available in various sizes and colours
📸 Featuring Lustro bamboo sheet set and quilt cover set
Vintage Softwash
📸 featuring Vintage Softwash cotton sheet set and quilt cover set
Meet the summer sensation, Vintage Softwash - our perennial crowd-pleaser. If your sleep aesthetic is all about casual, laid-back vibes, and a "I just woke up like this" attitude, this collection is your go-to. Lightweight, breathable, and progressively softer with every wash, Vintage Softwash is the epitome of everyday classic comfort.
Material: 100% cotton
Weave: Percale
Features: Lightweight, available in various sizes and deep sheet sets, up to 10 colours to choose from
Alessia Bamboo Cotton
For those who prefer the silky soft touch, Alessia Bamboo Cotton sheets are the dream team. Silky softness, exceptional breathability, and moisture-wicking properties make these sheets ideal for warm nights.
Material: Bamboo Cotton
Weave: Sateen
Features: Light, breathable, naturally hypoallergenic, available in various sizes and colours
📸 Featuring Alessia bamboo cotton sheet set and quilt cover set
Best for winter (or cold sleepers)
CoziCotton Flannelette
📸 Featuring CoziCotton cotton flannelette sheet set and quilt cover set
When winter calls for extra warmth, CoziCotton Flannelette sheets step into the spotlight. CoziCotton offers plush warmth with breathable 100% cotton brushed fibres, and a soft handfeel that is insulating and perfect for winter sleeping, keeping you (and the whole family!) cosy all winter long
Material: 100% cotton
Weave: Brushed flannelette
Features: Substantial weight, available in various sizes and deep sheet sets, up to 10 colours to choose from
Palazzo Royale 1000TC
Crafted from a cotton-poly combo, Palazzo Royale is cleverly manufactured to ensure the gentle touch of soft cotton against your skin, while the reverse side boasts the resilient and low-maintenance qualities of polyester. This ingenious construction guarantees not only extra warmth, but also facilitates quick drying and minimal creasing. Experience five-star luxury at home with this 1000 thread count cotton-rich classic.
Material: Cotton-rich blend (cotton/polyester)
Weave: Sateen
Features: Substantial weight, quick-drying, minimal creasing available in five colours
📸 Featuring Palazzo 1000 thread count sheet set and quilt cover set
If you need to compromise
Alessia Bamboo Cotton
📸 Featuring Alessia bamboo cotton sheet set
For those who seek the perfect balance between hot and cold, Alessia Bamboo Cotton is the compromise extraordinaire. A best-selling collection, its naturally hypoallergenic and temperature-regulating properties make it a crowd-pleaser for year-round comfort.
Material: Bamboo Cotton
Weave: Sateen
Features: Light, breathable, naturally hypoallergenic, available in various sizes and colours.
Allergies
For those with allergies, switching up your bedding seasonally can help alleviate symptoms. During the spring/summer months, it's common for dust mites to thrive in bedding, which can worsen allergy symptoms. Choosing a hypoallergenic sheet option that's machine washable can help alleviate the worst of your sneezes and itches.
Lustro Bamboo
If allergies are a concern, Lustro Bamboo is your go to - a lustrous, breathable, and silky-smooth option. Made from bamboo fibres, Lustro Bamboo is naturally hypoallergenic and antibacterial, providing a soothing and safe sleep environment for those with sensitive skin.
Material: Bamboo
Weave: Twill
Features: Temperature-regulating, naturally hypoallergenic and antibacterial, available in various sizes and colours
📸 Featuring Lustro bamboo sheet set
Longevity
📸 Featuring Vintage Softwash cotton sheet set and quilt cover set
By alternating between sheets seasonally, you can also help extend the life of your bedding. Summer sheets often need to be washed more regularly than winter sheets, and heavier-weight winter sheets can be subject to more wear and tear when layers with blankets and heavier quilts. So rotating your sheets each season can help distribute the wear and keep them in good condition for longer. Plus, Canningvale’s 5-year warranty on all of our products helps you sleep even more soundly at night, knowing your sheets will go the distance.
At the end of the day, whether or not you decide to swap your bedding for different seasons just comes down to your personal preferences and needs. If you’re someone who really feels the temperature extremes (or just lives in an extreme environment!), then switching your sheets for different seasons is worth considering. On the other hand, if you're someone who likes to keep things simple or has limited space, then using one good-quality quilt all year round might be a better option. The choice is yours!
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