Bed-clothes are made from many different types of fabrics. All these fabrics will feel different so it comes down to personal preference which fabric a person prefers. How a certain fabric feels is one of the most important factors people use in choosing a set of bed-clothes.

COTTON FABRICS are one of the most popular fabrics used to make bed-clothes. Cotton is smooth, long-lasting, and easily maintained. You can come across many types of cotton; the most common variants are Egyptian, Pima, upland, Supima®, and MicroCotton®. These fibers are usually woven into fabric by means of the most common methods: plain weaves, twill weaves, and satin weaves (including jacquard and dobby).

Poplin is a popular cotton fabric (also include cotton polyester blended) that woven with high-count and high-density yarn in plain weave texture. Because its structure is plain weave, according to the features of plain weave, the warp and weft points are distributed alternately, and there will not be a long floating line. This also results in its relatively compact structure, the appearance of the surface is similar to silk, and the performance in all aspects is also very similar.
The fabrics called "poplin" should meet three conditions:
1) warp and weft yarn count must be more than 40s;
2) warp density must be more than 100 threads/inch;
3) warp density must be more 20 threads at least than the weft density.

So, if the warp and weft yarn count are less than 40s, or warp density is less than 100 threads/inch, the plain-woven cotton fabrics are usually called “plain cloth” or “fine cloth”, not called “poplin”. General poplins usually have more than 170 threads/inch density; High-density poplins have more than 200 threads/inch, and down-proof poplins have more than 230 threads/inch.

Main uses and features of cotton poplin fabrics

Cotton plain fabrics are mainly used for autumn and winter clothing linings and pockets, poplins are mainly used for clothing of all kinds and underwear, as well as homewares such as bedding, bedsheets, pillow case, bedspreads, bed cover, duvet cover, quilts, mattress cover, etc.

Normal Specifications of Cotton Fabrics for Bedclothes

Item	Name	Yarn Count	Density	Width (inch)
111201	Plain Cloth	C 12sx16s	100x50	63
111401		C 14sx14s	60x58	60 - 98
111601		C 16sx16s	60x50	60 - 98
112001		C 20sx20s	60x68	63 - 105
112101		C 21sx21s	60x58	63 - 105
113001	Fine Cloth	C 30sx30s	68x68	63 - 105
113002		C 30sx30s	76x65	63 - 116
114001	Poplin Fabrics	C 40sx40s	100x80	63 - 116
114002		C 40sx40s	133x72	63 - 105
114003		C 40sx40s	110x90	63 - 105
114004		C 40sx40s	140x100	63 - 110
114501		C 45sx45s	96x72	63 - 105
114502		T/C 45sx45s	110x76	63 - 105
114503		T/C 45sx45s	133x72	63 - 105
116001	Downproof Poplin Fabrics	C 60sx60s	137x110	95
116002		C 60sx60s	140x140	95
116003		C 60sx40s	173x120	95
1110001		C 100sx100s	200x170	101 - 125
123201	2/1 Twill Fabrics	C 32sx21s	133x60	63-105
123202	3/1 Twill Fabrics	C 32sx21s	133x66	63-105
124001	2/1 Twill Fabrics	C 40sx40s	133x72	63-105
134001	Sateen Fabrics	C 40sx40s	138x85	63-105
134002		C 40sx40s	140x100	63 - 105
136001		C 60sx40s	173x120	63 - 105
136002		C 60sx80s	200x(92+92)	63 - 105
138001		C 80sx80s	200x183	63 - 105
139001		C 90sx100s	217x94*2	63 - 105
1340T1	1cm Satin stripe Fabrics	C 40sx40s	140x80	63 - 116
1340T3	3cm Satin stripe Fabrics	C 40sx40s	140x105	63 - 116
1340J	Satin Fabric (Dobby design)	C 40sx40s	133x72	118
1340D	Satin Fabric (Jacquard design)	C 40sx40s	173x80	118
Post-treatment:Bleached /Solid Dyed /Printed /Preshrunk /Sand Wash /Soften /Fireproof /Coated More style or specifications will be offered or made as per customer's request.

Other Fabrics for Bed Clothes

FLAX: Flax is a naturally occurring, sustainable fiber used to make linen fabric. The popularity of linen in bedding has grown significantly in recent years to the strength and durability of the fabric, as well as its ability to keep you cool at night. Unlike cotton sheets, linen does not have a smooth surface, but rather a subtle texture, making it most commonly used for top of bed articles, such as Duvets and Shams. However, with washing, the fabric grows softer and more relaxed.

SILK: Made from fiber produced by silkworms for cocoons, silk is considered one of the most elegant and opulent fabric due to its lustrous texture. Despite needing delicate care, silk fibers are robust and durable. The fabric also results in some attractive properties, such as moisture retention for your skin and resistance to dust mites, allergens and bacteria.

POLYCOTTON: As the name suggests, polycotton is a fabric that is made from a blend of polyester and cotton. It is used by those wanting an easy-care, more affordable option. The polyester in the fabric results in less wrinkling during laundering, and greater resistance to repeated washing. Therefore, it's a great option for those with practicality in mind!