How to choose the perfect bedlinen?

The ideal bedlinen for you will be the bed linen that will allow you to have the best and most relaxing sleep. Investing in quality bedlinen will ensure that you get healthier sleep and have plenty of energy throughout the day.

To help you choose your bedlinen, we have provided the following guidelines:

1. Bedlinen size
2. Bedlinen fabric
3. Bedlinen colour combinations and patterns
4. Additional bedroom decoration
5. Guarantee of the highest quality standards

1. Bedlinen size

 

1. Bedlinen size

The first thing you need to know is the size of your bed frame and quilt, and the size of your bedlinen should match it. For better orientation, refer to the standard dimensions of bed frames in the table below:

Bedlinen type

SINGLE BEDLINEN – The standard size of single bedlinen is 200 x 140 cm and is particularly suitable for a youth bed or for a 200 x 90 cm bed frame. Of course, you can also use it for a French bed or use two single bedlinen sets for a double bed if you prefer not to share a quilt while sleeping. We especially recommend two single bedlinen sets to couples who have different preferences regarding the thermal or other properties of the quilt and therefore choose different quilts.

DOUBLE BEDLINEN – Double bedlinen is especially recommended for a double bed; it is available with dimensions 200 x 200 cm and above. We especially recommend it to everyone who likes to cuddle with their partner while sleeping.

EXTENDED BEDLINEN – This bedlinen size is for all those who are taller or want additional comfort. At Odeja, we offer extended bedlinen as well as quilts of equal dimensions. Extended bedlinen measures 220 cm in length.

At Odeja in Škofja Loka, we can always adjust the dimensions of the bedlinen according to your wishes.

 

Pillow cover size

The size of the pillow cover in the Odeja bedlinen set has classic dimensions, i.e. 60 x 80 cm. If you have a smaller pillow, i.e. 40 x 60 cm or 50 x 70 cm, we also provide covers that you can purchase separately for specific collections according to your pillow dimensions.

 

2. Type of bedlinen fabric

 

Along with your quilt, pillow, and mattress, the bedlinen you choose will have a big effect on how you feel in bed and how you sleep. As sheets, quilt covers, and pillowcases hug your skin every night, it is important to consider what type of bedlinen will ensure the best sleep. The most suitable bedlinen for healthy sleep is made from the highest quality natural materials and woven according to the highest standards. Choose the fabric and weave of bedlinen that will also suit you best during your sleep.

 

COTTON SATEEN BEDLINEN – Cotton sateen is a fabric characterized by a special weave. Cotton sateen is extremely pleasant to the touch and has a slight sheen. Sateen bedlinen provides a unique feeling with a combination of natural softness and freshness. It is ideal for both warm summer nights and colder seasons, making it a great bedlinen choice for every season.

 

100% ORGANIC COTTON BEDLINEN

Cotton is probably the most common fabric used to make sheets and bedlinen. Cotton is natural, breathable, biodegradable, and pleasant to the skin. There are many types of cotton, but the best quality is 100% organic cotton, which is friendly to both the skin and the environment. Bedlinen made from 100% organic cotton with the prestigious GOTS certificate does not contain toxic chemicals and does not harm the environment. This bedlinen is also characterized by a completely natural and organic look, which becomes even more apparent after the first wash and thus emphasizes its authenticity. Organic cotton fibers are very breathable and perfectly wick away body moisture into the room, thus preventing excessive sweating. This bedlinen is suitable for anyone with sensitive skin, allergies, or asthma, and is also very easy to maintain and extremely durable.

 

 

3. Bedlinen colour combinations and patterns

 

The colour of bedlinen is a very personal choice. The most popular bedlinen colours are neutral colours such as white and cream, light brown, followed by grey, pink and green in a wide variety of shades. Using strong colours or patterns in bedspreads or decorative pillows can add a touch of liveliness to your bedroom without negatively affecting your sleep.

White bedlinen – Creates a fresh, soothing feel and always looks new. Generally, any bedroom with white bedlinen looks sophisticated and elegant.

Cream and beige Bedlinen – These neutral colours are soothing and easy to harmonise with most colour schemes.

Grey bedlinen – Cooler colours can help you feel fresher at night, ensuring a more comfortable sleep, especially during warmer months.

Brown bedlinen – All shades of brown have a calming and relaxing effect, so it is especially suitable for those who need a calm sanctuary after a busy day. Brown bedlinen goes well with lighter, modern bedrooms.

Pink, red, yellow and orange bedlinen – Warmer colour tones can promote a healthy nervous system. These colour tones help you wake up full of energy, happy and fresh.

Green bedlinen – Green earth tones such as forest green, moss and sage can provide an oasis of calm in your bedroom, helping you sleep easier and more peacefully.

Blue bedlinen – This evokes a feeling of contentment and peace. Studies have shown that shades of blue can slow your heart rate and thus lower your blood pressure, helping you get a restful and deep sleep.

Black, anthracite bedlinen – These colours are easy to combine with any other colour scheme and are among the most stylish colours for bedlinen! A very good characteristic of dark colours is that they help you fall asleep quickly.

Printed bedlinen – Bedlinen patterns should complement the entire concept of the bedroom for a more sophisticated look. At Odeja, our decorative accessories always match the bedlinen collections, so you can liven up your bedroom with decorative pillows and bedspreads, further livening up printed bedlinen and emphasising the room.

 

 

4. Accessories to liven up the bedroom

Decorative bedspreads

Some people choose a decorative bedspread, as it gives a more aesthetic look to the bed and the entire bedroom, and at the same time protecting the bedlinen throughout the day. Sometimes, if necessary, it can also be used as an additional quilt.

Decorative bedspreads can be used for different purposes:

• You can use it as decoration on your bed.
• You can use it as additional protection for your feet while you sleep.
• You can drape it over the seating set.
• You can use it as a light summer quilt in summer or as an additional source of heat in winter.

 

Decorative pillow

Nothing is as inviting for rest as a bed full of soft decorative pillows. You can choose the number, shape and colour of decorative pillows according to the overall look of your bedroom, which can be quickly changed for the holidays or when the season changes. Play with different combinations and let your imagination run wild.

You can use a decorative pillow:

• for an elegant bed decoration,
• for additional support for your head or back if you like to read before sleep,
• for livening up the living room or kitchen,
• to supplement the garden seating set,
• for additional passenger comfort when resting in a car.

 

5. Guarantee of the highest quality standards of product

 

When choosing the best bedlinen, pay attention to product certification, because any differences in the quality and the origin of the bedlinen can be very significant. This will ensure bedlinen that will serve you for many years, while also being friendly to you and, of course, to the environment.

GOTS CERTIFICATE

100% organic cotton Odeja covers are distinguished by the prestigious GOTS certificate, which guarantees the highest standards in the production of such products.

• The prestigious GOTS certificate represents the highest global standard for the production of organic textiles.
• To obtain this certification, requirements must be met throughout the entire production process: from the production of raw materials to environmentally and socially responsible production, and, last but not least, the products must also be clearly labelled to ensure authenticity.
• A product labelled with the GOTS certificate with the ORGANIC category label must contain at least 95% of certified organic fibres.
• Ecological production must be completely separated from conventional production.
• All chemicals (dyes and other chemicals) must meet toxicity and biodegradability requirements.
• The entire process must be environmentally friendly, taking into account the reduction of waste and emissions.
• Production plants with water-based processes must keep accurate records of chemical use, energy consumption, water consumption, and waste water disposal at all times.
• Plants used in production must not be genetically modified.
• Animals used for wool production must be reared within the framework of responsible livestock farming.
• All production processes must meet the social criteria of the International Labour Organisation (ILO).

In general: GOTS certification ensures the highest environmental and social standards in the entire production process for organic products. Buying such products means less harmful substances released into the environment, as the materials are obtained in an ecological manner. The workers who make such products are fairly paid for their work and have regulated working conditions. When choosing such products, you will feel the excellence. Organic materials will ensure a completely natural, relaxing and fresh sleeping environment, in which you will feel comfortable at night, and rested and refreshed during the day.

 

OEKO-TEX CERTIFICATE

 

Product class 1 – This product class is suitable for babies (up to 36 months) – very clean fabrics without detectable harmful chemicals. 

Oeko-Tex labels and certificates attest to the ecological safety and integrity of textile products at all production stages – from raw materials and fibres to yarn, fabrics, finished products and ready-to-use products – throughout the entire production process of textiles and the textile chain.

The purpose of the Oeko-Tex Standard 100 is to assure consumers that the labelled textile products have undergone laboratory testing for a wide range of harmful substances and that the content of these substances is below the limit values set by the Oeko-Tex association. Textile products can only be certified according to Standard 100 by Oeko-Tex if all components comply with the required criteria.

 

For healthy sleep, change your bedlinen at least once every 14 days, but definitely more often if you sweat, have allergies, or if you just want to sleep really well. As you well know, there is nothing better than the feeling of freshly washed bedlinen!