Polyester or Microfiber—Which Is Better for Bed Sheets? Part B
When it comes to go-to fabrics, polyester is definitely the most common and has been widely used for many years. Why?
Well, first, it’s cheaper.
Polyester is a synthetic fabric made from petroleum and petroleum-derived products, polyester fabric is cheap to make and it is one of the world’s most popular textiles. However, in recent decades, the popularity of 100% polyester in clothing and bedding has decreased in favor of mixing it with natural fabrics such as cotton to add softness and breathability.
Secondly, it’s an easy-to-launder fabric. Polyester properties cut down on both wrinkles and shrinkage. This makes the material easy to clean, which, when it comes to sheets, is an important characteristic.
However, the major downside of polyester is that it has more of an artificial feel due to the weave. It also can’t quite get away from being seen as a man-made material due to the synthetic construction of the fibers.
