A good while ago, I wrote a post about my go-to product for treating seriously dry skin. (If you missed it, you can view that post at the link below!) That post was a bit out of the ordinary because I don’t usually dedicate a whole post to talking about one particular product. But I felt compelled to tell my readers about that product, because the whole purpose of this blog is to share “good things” (even if it is just a cream for treating dry skin).
Related: The “Miracle” Cure for Your Seriously Dry Skin
And to my delight, that post was very well received! I ended up hearing from several readers who had been searching for a product like that, and were grateful that I had shared that recommendation with them.
Because that post was so popular, I’ve decided to turn it into an ongoing series! Every once in a while, I’ll tell you a bit about a product that I absolutely swear by, and why I love it. Today I’ll be telling you about my very favorite bed sheets.
A few years ago, my sister Rebecca told me that she had gotten a set of bamboo bed sheets, and she recommended that I give them a try. So I ordered my own set, and they immediately became my favorite sheets I’ve ever owned!
What Are Bamboo Sheets?
Bamboo bed sheets are just like regular sheets, except they’re made with bamboo fiber instead of cotton or synthetic materials. Bamboo stocks are harvested, dried, and then ground up into pulp. The pulp is dried in flat sheets, which are then milled into a fluffy fiber. Then the fiber is woven into some of the softest sheets known to man (or at least to me). ;-)
Bamboo grows extremely quickly for a plant, and you don’t need to cut it out or kill it in order to harvest. This means that bamboo is actually a highly renewable and sustainable resource, which makes bamboo sheets an environmentally-friendly option!
Another environmentally-friendly feature of the bamboo plant is that it is naturally antimicrobial, so it doesn’t need to be treated with pesticides as it grows. And those antimicrobial properties are retained during processing. So not only are bamboo sheets super soft, but they can also help control odor-causing bacteria and pesky allergens for an even more restful night’s sleep.
Why I Love Them
It bears repeating that these sheets are seriously so soft. In fact, you don’t even have to bother with checking thread counts, because most bamboo sheets don’t have them. Any brand of bamboo sheets will likely be softer than even the softest, most luxurious cotton sheets!
Bamboo sheets are so soft that they even make it easier to sleep on, because the material seems to glide more easily against your skin. I can roll over and adjust my position in bed without feeling like I’m taking the bed sheet with me.
Another reason why I love my bamboo sheets is that they feel so much cooler than cotton sheets. The coolness is a combination of the breathability of the fabric and its ability to wick moisture away from your body as you sleep.
It’s hard to describe how these sheets seem to keep me at the perfect sleeping temperature all year round, but it’s absolutely true! You’ll just have to give them a try and experience it for yourself. ;-)
Are They Worth The Money?
When I first told you about my favorite bamboo sheets, they were a bit of a splurge. But since then, the price of the bamboo sheets I recommend has come down a lot! Now a full set is around $95 (compared with $270 before), which I think is a steal for something you use every single night. Or, if you’re in the no-top-sheet camp, a set is $65!
I’ve had my current set for a couple of years, and they still look and feel amazing, so I can definitely say they’re worth every penny.
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You can definitely find cheaper options for bamboo sheets out there (and some that are a lot more expensive!). Check out bamboo sheets on Amazon to find a range of price options that can fit your budget! Regardless of which bamboo sheets you try, I should warn you that you may never want to go back to cotton sheets again! ;-)
Caring for Bamboo Sheets
I thought I’d also mention a few quick tips for caring for bamboo sheets. They’re pretty durable, but there are a couple of things you can do to ensure that your sheets will have a long and happy life!
Wash them in cool water. Washing in cool or cold water will help preserve the fibers in your sheets, which will keep them silky soft. (But it’s okay to use warm water every once in a while when your sheets are particularly dirty.)
Avoid bleach and phosphates. Detergents that contain bleach or phosphates can damage the bamboo fabric of your sheets and cause them to wear out faster.
Dry on low heat. Tumble dry bamboo sheets on a low- or no-heat setting. Avoid over-drying them to prevent wrinkles.
So there’s the scoop about my very favorite bamboo bed sheets. I hope you’ve learned something, or that I’ve at least managed to pique your interest! Oh, and one final warning… once you climb into a bed with bamboo sheets on it, you may never want to get out! ;-)
Have you tried bamboo sheets yet?
These sheets sound nice, but I am definitely concerned with the chemical-intensive viscose process which raises environmental concerns regarding the chemicals used. And then to be sleeping on them raises more concern.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I’ve owned several sets of bamboo sheets. The best so far are Quince. Buy them direct, online. Superb and affordable.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I paid quite a bit for bamboo sheets (I like being green!). I loved them at first but, over time, they pill and the fabric stretches out. I went to Amazon and bought California Den cotton sheets which I absolutely love!! I also bought an extra set of pillowcases that are bigger than the standards that come in a set. They fit my pillows better. They wash nicely and very few wrinkles (esp. for cotton). I have quite a bit of Bamboo including tables but I won’t be buying sheets!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Bought a queen set on Groupon marked as bamboo fibre. Looked and felt just like cotton, so I thought this was a ripoff or mistakenly labeled. Then one day at Homesense I saw sheets labeled “Tercel”and they were awesomely soft like fine silk. Bought them and went looking for another set.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Didn’t find that brand again, but recently came across a set (in Homesense again) labeled “Bamboo” and these are just as wonderful! Not all sheets marked bamboo are of this quality and what’s with most I’ve seen looking and feeling exactly like mediocre cotton? Buyer beware.
I didn’t know you live in Utah. I lived in Sandy for 18 years
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Hi neighbor! :-)
Please log in or create a free account to comment.When checking on Amazon at your sheets, I am single and only need twin size and the only color option was the off white when I would want white white. And the price disappeared like they don’t sell them right now or something. I am a linens freak honestly so this article peeked my interest, but I have a few reservations. About a year and a half or so ago I got the mid range priced twin set in white at the Boston Store (RIP.) They were in the retail price of about $75 or so I think, but on sale. I LOVED how they felt and just adored them until I washed them. I washed in the medium cycle, cold water and low heat drying and they pilled up like CRAZY! If I’m going to buy bamboo but simply can’t afford your brand since it doesn’t seem to be selling them right now and won’t give me a price… how am I supposed to trust buying a less expensive brand? I can’t stand pilling so they were returned immediately. What is a girl who uses twin size supposed to do for some descent white soft sheets similar to yours but on a budget? Any suggestions?
Please log in or create a free account to comment.It looks like they are out of the twin size for now. What a bummer! You could wait for them to re-stock, or you could try out a different brand of bamboo sheets: https://amzn.to/2FwV5zs
Just be sure to check the reviews!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I washed the pillow cases in warm water and they did shrink so I’m keeping the set! The wash directions the company provides does not mention anything about using detergent without phosphates so I’m wondering what detergent you’d recommend that does not have phosphates in it? I currently use Tide and won’t be making any homemade detergent–sorry! :)
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I make my own, so haven’t tried any. But it looks like there are lots of great options with good reviews on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2G9S1es :-)
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I bought a queen set and they are soooo soft and wonderful, but they are too small for my Tempurpedic mattress. I have an adjustable base and when I raise the head the sheet comes close to slipping off. I will say, however, that the elastic on the fitted sheet is fairly strong, so hopefully it will hold, I just worry about it over time. Even the pillow cases just barely cover my down pillows. I know that I can return them, but I love them, so I’m not sure what I will do.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.sew a piece of elastic across the “corner” of the sheet. The elastic goes under the mattress when you put the sheet on and keeps the sheet in place. I have to do this with my sheets for the same reason. I have an adjustable base too.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.OK I am very surprised that no one who has bought these sheets has mentioned that the pillow cases are SO VERY LONG! I measured my king pillowcase and it’s 41″ long–my pillow is 36″ long and it looks like a messy oversized clownish bed when made up. I called the company and they said it should be 40″ long (still looks messy IMHO). They said to wash ONLY the cases in hot water to shrink them up so I’ll try that but I like a neat looking bed and these cases will not provide that. Crossing fingers they shrink to about 2″ over the pillow itself. Just a warning for those who like to make a quick neat bed and don’t want to fuss with folding over pillow case ends under pillows.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.On your suggestion, I bought 3 sets of queen size bamboo sheet sets. These were a great value on amazon.com – not that expensive and they came with 4 pillow cases instead of 2. YAY – great value. You were also correct in them being so very soft! Love them for that. However, they are not cool sleeping. The coolest sheets I have ever found to sleep on and would remain relatively cool, are made out of Percale. They stay cool wherever your body isn’t touching, so you can roll over and enjoy more coolness.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I have always used only cotton, and I loove white…..How easy are bamboo sheets to keep stark white?
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I don’t think these are any harder to keep white than my previous cotton sheets :-)
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Hi, your site is fantastic, I’ve learned so many helpful things, thank you. The Cariloha site is running a sale now. I am posting this and going to purchase the sheets ASAP.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I agree, Amy! I just LOVE this blog and have also learned so many useful things, thanks Jillee! I just bought these sheets and love Love LOVE them!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I’m so glad! Thank you!
Just a FYI, Cariloha sheets have a lifetime warranty. So price honestly shouldn’t be an issue because they will be the last pair of sheets you’ll ever have to buy. ;)
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I have had a set of bamboo sheets for a number of years. Believe it or not they get softer with age. Sadly my set had some weak spots in really odd places in the fitted sheet & has worn out. I still use the pillow cases & flat sheet with a co-ordinating fitted sheet. I do agree, they are definitely worth the money.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I love your posts and have collected most of them. But your videos, I can not hear a word you are saying. Is there a particular reason for that?
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I have the same problem, I can’t hear your videos either. I keep forgetting to ask my sons for solution.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.That’s terrible! Can you hear them if you watch them here? http://jillee.co/2iyA8OF
Nobody has mentioned whether Bamboo sheets need ironing? I live in a very hot country & never have to tumble dry my sheets, so I was wondering if anyone else line dries them & if they still need ironing then?
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I don’t iron them. :-) If you take them directly out of the dryer and put them right on your bed, they won’t be too wrinkly!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I never iron them!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I have the same sheets same brand too and while I agree with you overall. I have a dickens of a time getting spots out – I eat in bed. My bad but that’s the way it goes!! I’ve pre treated with all sorts of stuff and they’re still grease spotted. Grrrrrr
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Try this! http://jillee.co/2EBCCFm
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I agree the sheets are super soft and comfy! But they were too hot for me during our summer months in the Central Valley of California (100 degrees plus). I switched back to cotton.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.We got a set of bamboo sheets for our king sized bed this fall…super deal on line. They are absolutely the softest, best sheets we have ever had, and I like good sheets!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Okay. This is crazy. I commented on this earlier. I probably wouldn’t buy these because they’re too expensive for my taste. Like I said earlier thanks for bringing your favorite things – products back. I sometimes find something worth trying or ideas for others.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I have used bamboo sheets for a few years and give them for gifts…I knew before I read it that you were going to talk about bamboo sheets…they are fab and don’t shift all over the bed…warm and cool whatever the temp requires
Please log in or create a free account to comment.These sounded so wonderful!! I need some and was going to try to figure out the dollars so I could get a set. I usually check the 1 and 2 star reviews too. How could those and the 4 and 5 star reviews be of the same product?!!
Not that I don’t trust you Jillee but I just don’t have that much money to waste to find out. :-(
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I have been sleeping on bamboo sheets for a while now. I love how soft they are and they don’t seem to sag once you sleep in them. I tried the Egyptian cotton sheets and they just don’t add up to the bamboo ones. I also use the bamboo towels in my bathroom. They are also very soft and absorb so much more.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I agree. My bamboo sheets are also my favorite. So comfortable.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I have bought both dh and me Bamboo socks for the last 5 years. So soft and they help keep foot odors down. I find men’s bamboo socks sometimes at Kohls. I also love to sleep in a tank that is rayon from bamboo. I have noticed that Goodwill stores here in Idaho have, included in the new stuff they sell, bamboo pillows and sheet sets. I love my Costco Kirkland 540 ct supima cotton sheets and my Costco Charisma egyptian cotton sheets. They take several washings to get really soft, but they do get nice and soft.
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