A variety of materials are used in the manufacture of bedding materials. These include cotton , rayon , satin , silk , as well as blends of two or more materials , such as cotton and polyester. Silk is one of the most sought after bedding materials.A variety of materials are used in the manufacture of bedding materials. These include cotton , rayon , satin , silk , as well as blends of two or more materials , such as cotton and polyester. Silk is one of the most sought after bedding materials. Silk bedding has a number of benefits , most of them therapeutic , and hence is preferred to other materials used in bedding.Silk fabric has the core property of keeping the body cool during the summer and warm during the winter. Silk sheets also keep moisture in the body , thus aiding in dissipation of heat from the body. Keeping moisture in the body is necessary to avoid various skin problems caused by heating of the body. By not absorbing moisture , silk bedding keeps the pores of the skin open , and helps the skin breathe. This enables the skin to obtain oxygen. When the skin is able to breathe , it does not age quickly. Thus silk bedding also helps in keeping the skin fresh and younger. Organisms like dust mites , mold , mildew and fungus are harmful to human skin. Dust mites contain enzymes , which cause asthma and some allergic diseases. Silk , unlike other bedding materials , is naturally resistant to these organisms , and therefore a hypoallergenic material. Using a silk duvet or silk quilt has been particularly known to reduce the risk of developing asthma.Silk contains amino acids , which are present in the human body as well. Amino acids are critical to healing. Because of this , silk bedding helps in healing the skin. Silk bed linen also contains fiber that gives the silk fabric an ultra smooth surface. Such smooth surface is beneficial to people whose skin is more sensitive.Silk pillowcases have their own distinct benefits , apart from the benefits of silk itself. Those made of 100% mulberry silk have the most therapeutic benefits. Silk contains proteins. These proteins are necessary for hair follicles to remain healthy. Silk pillowcases keep the hair nourished during the night , and thus help prevent hair fall. Silk , being smooth prevents tugging and pulling of hair during body movement. This also helps prevent hair loss.A silk duvet being lighter than duvets made of other materials is easier to carry around. The best silk duvets are those filled with long strands of mulberry silk. Most types of pure silk duvets are low in weight. The low weight means that less pressure is put on the muscles and joints of the body. This helps reduce the risk or severity of arthritis. Low weight prevents blood circulation problems to a large extent. The filling of silk quilts is handmade using crisscross patterns providing the body with the thermal properties it needs and ensures the durability of the duvet. Silk is also more resistant to fire than any other bedding material.There are many more benefits of silk bedding. Silk can be wash at home using a cold gentle cycle on the washing machine. Silk dries faster than other bedding materials. Being a natural repellant of dust mites , mold , mildew and fungus , silk requires little cleaning.
