When you’re working with high-quality materials like long or extra-long staple cotton, a good thread count ranges from 250-800. That said, you might want to avoid bedding with a thread count of 1,000 or higher, as that often means it was woven from weaker, low quality fibers.

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It comes down to personal preference. Many sleepers find bamboo-based bedding is cooler, more breathable, and better at wicking moisture than cotton. Cotton is still breathable though, and it’s among the most popular types of bedding because of its soft feel and various weave styles.

Sheets made from bamboo, linen, Tencel, or cotton percale are great for hot weather because they’re breathable, moisture-wicking, and lightweight.

Washing your sheets once a week is ideal. However, if you absolutely can NOT wash them once a week, there are some things you can do to cut down on the amount of bacterial buildup in your sheets.

Firstly, don’t allow your pets in bed (no matter how tempting it may be), as the dander from their fur only adds to the allergens. Similarly, don’t eat food in bed as stray crumbs can attract bugs and/or increase the risk of spills. And lastly, if you shower every night before crawling into bed, you can probably get away with washing your sheets every other week.

In general, you should replace your bed sheets every 2-3 years. But keep in mind that sheet durability depends upon specific materials and the quality of the fabric itself.

For example, linen sheets are incredibly durable, and have a reputation for getting softer and cozier as time goes on. In fact, some linen bedding can take you through decades of use. When it comes to cotton sheets, extra-long staple cotton tends to be more durable, and can often last up to 5 years. But in general, the average cotton or polyester sheet set will begin to pill or break down after 3 years.