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20 Sets Of Cooling Sheets To Make Sleeping Hot A Thing Of The Past
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BuzzFeed and our publishing partners may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. Read More Whether you prefer smooth cotton or crisp linen, we found exactly what your bed has been begging for. So what did we look for when finding these reviewer-loved sheet sets? 100% cotton and 100% linen reign supreme when it comes to cooling fabrics. Cotton is lightweight and breathable, and linen ups the ante by also being moisture-wicking. However, cotton is very durable (especially long- or extra-long staple cotton like Supima), while linen is less so. We also included a mix of sateen- and percale-weave sheets. Sateen sheets are super smooth, drape easily, and have a subtle sheen to them. Percale sheets have more of a crisp, cool feeling with a matte finish — think of a freshly laundered shirt! We'll also point out if the set is Oeko-Tex certified. This means it has been independently tested for harmful substances to ensure that it is suitable for humans to use — that's super important for something that makes contact with your skin on a nightly basis! We decided not to include bamboo sheets, as most of them undergo less sustainable production methods. Most sheets that advertise themselves as "bamboo" are actually made of bamboo-viscose (aka bamboo-rayon) or bamboo-lyocell, which are produced in ways that involve toxic chemicals that can become pollutants. You can read more about bamboo fabrics at The Council of Fashion Designers of America. Oh, and microfiber is not the best choice when it comes to staying cool. It's tightly-woven, meaning your body heat won't escape as easily. Okay, now let's find you a new sheet set!!! Each set comes with a fitted sheet, flat sheet, and two pillowcases (one for Twin). Promising review: "Pleasantly surprised how soft and well fitting they are, especially can’t beat the price. I have a pillow-topped, tall mattress, and the fitted sheet fits easily over it. If you have a thin mattress, maybe these would be too baggy? The other sheet is a great size, and the pillow cases are a nice, big size as well. I can see how you could think these sheets have a 'cooling' effect; somehow, they do feel cool on your skin. I haven’t had long, so I can’t speak to how they will wash and dry, but I may update later. Cats seem to love the new sheets as well, but then again, they love all new things!" —Foster Taylor Get it from Amazon for $52.99+ (available in sizes Twin–California King, in two-packs, and in a variety of colors). These are Oeko-Tex-certified. Each set comes with a fitted sheet, a flat sheet, and two pillowcases (one for a Twin). Note: As the reviewer mentions below, linen sheets can feel slightly more textured and less smooth than cotton, but they should soften with each wash. Promising review: "We are very much enjoying our European Linen Gingham Sheet Set, they are so soft. We haven’t gotten into the summer heat yet, but I’m sure they will keep us comfortable." —CHRISTIE T. Get it from Quince for $94+ (available with or without a flat sheet, sizes Twin–California King, and five colors. Also available in a striped pattern). Each set comes with a fitted sheet, a flat sheet, and two pillowcases (one for a Twin). Promising review: "We love our new sheet set! Great quality and price, and cool for hot sleepers." —Molly Get it from L.L. Bean for $240+ (available in sizes Twin–King and five colors). These are Oeko-Tex certified and certified organic by the Global Organic Textile Standard. Each set comes with a fitted sheet, flat sheet, and two pillowcases (one with Twin). Promising review: "Good Quality, perfectly fit my bed. I prefer a thicker fabric but saw nothing wrong with this one. It also feels cool through the night. It doesn't feel soft like microfiber, which is what I'm looking for. Overall, I'm pleased with this set of bed sheets." —Margarita Morgan Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in sizes Twin–California King and a variety of colors). These are Oeko-Tex certified! Supima cotton is more durable due to its extra-long staple fibers. Read more about Supima here. Each set comes with a fitted sheet, flat sheet, and two pillowcases (one for Twin). Promising review: "These will be the only sheets I purchase unless someone can show me a better set with a higher thread count and thicker/denser material!!!! It has really been a chore to find these sheets, but they are amazing. They are thick! Heavy duty! We love that feel! They are cool, are great quality, fit my bed great, and they make for a great night's sleep. If you like densely made sheets, these are for you. Do you know what a canvas tarp is? That’s how I like my sheets. I don’t like those thin and poorly made sheets that feel like wore-out underwear." —Liz Get it from Amazon for $162.99+ (available in sizes Full–California King and 11 colors). And they're Oeko-Tex certified! Each set comes with a fitted sheet, flat sheet, and two pillowcases (one for Twin). Check out our full review of "the best sheets known to man." Promising review: "Like the feel, soft like cotton but smooth and silky." —Kevin Get it from Target for $35+ (available in sizes Twin–California King and 11 colors). Promising review: "Love love love the classic percale sheets! I own two sets, and they’re all I use now. One set has been going strong for 5+ years and looks just as good as when we bought it. They are cool and crisp, just as advertised. They really elevate the sleeping experience. 🙌" —Robyn J. Get the set from Brooklinen for $135.15+ (available in sheet sizes Twin–Cali King and a variety of colors and patterns). Each set comes with a fitted sheet, flat sheet, and two pillowcases (one for Twin). Read more about silver's antibacterial properties at the National Library of Medicine and the United States Department of Agriculture. Promising review: "I was extremely surprised at how soft and cooling the sheets were night after night. We went three weeks without changing, washing them in the Miracle Laundry Detergent Sheets, and they are still just as great as ever. Highly recommend!" —Missi C. Get it from Miracle Made for $204+ (available in sizes Twin–Split King and nine colors). Each set comes with a fitted sheet, flat sheet, and two pillowcases (one with Twin). Promising review: "Super comfy. I never thought the right sheets could help me sleep better but they do. The top sheet is plenty long enough on both sides so we don’t fight over covers. The fitted sheet is a little large but tucks nicely under the mattress. I plan on purchasing more." —c. wyatt Get it from Amazon for $119.99+ (available in sizes Twin–California King and 19 colors). Each set comes with a fitted sheet, flat sheet, and two pillowcases (one with Twin). Promising review: "Soft and comfy with a generous top sheet — no more tug-of-war every night with my husband for a piece of it! The pattern is beautiful and pairs well with my blue LL Bean vintage matelasse coverlet." —L.L. Bean customer Get it from L.L.Bean for $160+ (available in sizes Twin–King and two prints; also available in windowpane prints and solid colors). These are Oeko-Tex certified! Each set comes with a fitted sheet, flat sheet, and two pillowcases (one for Twin). Promising review: "Perfect. I love these sheets. I have been buying microfiber sheets for the prices lately and just got these for the print. Now I need more because when I change the sheets back to wash these, I can't sleep on the microfiber because it clings a little to all my PJs. These are so much better. No clinging to PJs means the PJs don't ride up my legs and wake me up. I can move while sleeping all night and turn over, and my PJs go with me. These sheets are awesome. I got them as a present, and now I will only buy these." —Gina Get it from Amazon for $34.85+ (available in sizes Twin–Split King and in a variety of styles). Each set comes with a fitted sheet, flat sheet, and two pillowcases (one with Twin). Get it from West Elm Kids for $79+ (available in sizes Twin–Queen). These are Oeko-Tex certified! Each set comes with a fitted sheet, flat sheet, and two pillowcases (one with Twin). Promising review: "My husband LOVES these sheets! We slept so well and stayed nice and cool." —Alison C. Get it from Rifle Paper Co. for $129+ (available in sizes Twin–King and 10 colors). Each set includes a fitted sheet, a flat sheet, and two pillowcases. Promising review: "The colors are so vibrant, and the feel is great. I will purchase more sheets in different patterns and colors." —Anonymous Get it from AllModern for $100+ (available in Full–King). These are Oeko-Tex certified! Each set comes with a fitted sheet, a flat sheet, and two pillowcases (one for a Twin). Promising review: "These sheets are the softest and most beautiful sheets we have ever owned! Highly recommend!!" —MamaKM Get it from Anthropologie for $178+ (available in sizes Twin–California King and 12 patterns). Promising review: "Purchased a few months ago, absolutely love these sheets. Exactly what you'd expect from percale: crisp and cool with a really nice feel. Have washed both sets a couple of times at this point, and they are the perfect texture, can't recommend enough." —wildcat2015 Get it from Coyuchi for $114+ (originally $228+; available in sizes Twin–Cal King and a 15 colors). These are Oeko-Tex certified. Each set comes with a fitted sheet, flat sheet, and two pillowcases. Promising review: "I had the opportunity to sleep on someone's sheets and immediately had to order my own linen sheets. You may notice the texture at first, but a few washes later is when you notice the real ahhhhh factor every time you slip into bed. I'm both a hot and cold sleeper, and these sheets regulate me like nothing else. I've spent a lot in the past on 1,000-count sheets and bamboo sheets and you name it... these are the best. Happy sleeping!" —Jean Lenok Linen is a small Etsy shop specializing in linen goods. Get it from Lenok Linen on Etsy for $361+ (available in sizes Twin–California King as well as European and Australian sizes. You can also add more pillowcases to the set). Promising review: "I love my new sheets! So soft and lightweight. Keeps me cool in my sleep. Love the stripe pattern." —Liznchadwick Get it from Pact for $110+ (available in sizes Twin–Cal King and seven colors). Note: Double-check the fiber information when you select your print! Some of the prints in this listing are made with polyester or polyester-blends, which would make them less breathable/cooling than the prints that are 100% cotton. The two prints featured above are 100% cotton (Beige Plaid on the left and Little Blossom on the right). The sheet set includes one flat sheet, one fitted sheet, and two pillowcases (one for twin sizes). Promising review: "These sheets are light, cool, and breathable. All cotton and very comfortable. I consider myself fabric sensitive, and only like 100% cotton sheets. Some cotton now seems less comfortable (not sure what has changed), but these are breathable and comfy." —Lesley Get it from Wayfair for $30.99+ (originally $92+; available in Twin–King and a variety of styles). These are Oeko-Tex certified. Each set comes with a fitted sheet, flat sheet, and two pillowcases. Get it from Piglet in Bed for $250+ (available in sizes Twin–King and 18 colors). 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