Fabulous Fabrics: How To Choose The Best Quilt Cover Material

Your bedroom space should feel like a sanctuary, a place to retreat to for comfort. It should be a place for you to relax and unwind, getting much needed rest after a busy day. It should also reflect your personal style - from the decorative pillows and blankets to the bed linen used. The easiest way to transform your bedroom space into the stylish oasis of your dreams is to first start by updating your bedding.

Whether you're after cool hues, neutral tones or bold and bright colours, your quilt cover can dramatically change the ambience of your room. So, what is the best fabric for quilt covers? With so many materials to choose from, each quilt cover fabric comes with different benefits to help you achieve both the best sleep and aesthetic possible.

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• What Is A Quilt Cover And Why We Love Them
• Comparing The Best Quilt Cover Material
• How To Put On A Quilt Cover
• How To Care For Your Quilt Cover

What Is A Quilt Cover And Why We Love Them

Offering the perfect fusion between aesthetic charm and practicality, a quilt cover is essential to your bedding arrangement. They are designed to cover your quilt, protecting it from wear and tear while adding a sense of style to your bed.

Comparing The Best Quilt Cover Material

When looking for the best material for quilt covers, it's important to find one that feels distinctly aligned with your individual style. Whatever your decorative tastes, choose a material - whether that's, cotton, linen or perhaps a blend of both - and make sure to consider the benefits and the different ways each one can influence your entire bedroom aesthetic. You should also consider how these fabrics will affect your sleep.

Every sleeper is different! Some may run hot in their sleep while others may need to snuggle up with extra blankets. With a variety of fabrics to choose from, you can compare quilt covers to find the best quilt cover material that works for you.

Breathable Linen and Linen Blend Quilt Covers

Linen is a naturally breathable fabric that brings about many benefits when it's incorporated into your bedding. For that lavish elegance, linen quilts allow you to have that luxury hotel feeling from the comfort of your very own home. The naturally hypoallergenic quality of linen is an ideal choice for those with allergies without sacrificing on quality, perfect for your bedroom oasis.

There are several benefits that make linen the best quilt cover material for you - it's a popular choice for a reason. Not only is it one of the more low-maintenance and versatile natural fibre fabrics, but it has the ability to regulate temperature while also remaining durable. Known for being highly absorbent and having excellent moisture-wicking properties, it is the best quilt cover for summer.

As well as the practical benefits, linen is a great choice when it comes to styling your bed. From bright to relaxing colours, linen quilt sets suit an array of interior styles with ease, enhancing any contemporary and sophisticated palette. Take the KOO Linen Quilt Cover Set for example. With a variety of colours to choose from, you'll be sure to find a linen quilt cover that complements your personal decor scheme. To find out more about the benefits of using linen in your bedding, check out our helpful article on the luxury of linen.

Cosy Cotton Quilt Covers

Finding the material for a quilt cover can be tricky, but cotton makes the decision easy for many sleepers. Cotton is an extremely popular material for bedding as it is both effortlessly breathable and comfortable all year round. Cotton absorbs moisture and helps to regulate your body temperature naturally, allowing airflow while you sleep. This temperature regulation also results in a comforting sleep all year round.

Channelling a more minimalist style, waffle quilt covers like our KOO Oliver Waffle Quilt Cover Set present both tactile and timeless character. Waffle weave is a perfect choice for an elevated bedroom sanctuary, completed with 100% breathable cotton while bringing a textural charm to your bedding arrangement. Perfect on its own or paired with decorative cushions and throws, this quilt cover exudes elegance.

An Excellent Fusion: Cotton Linen Blend

Can't decide between the qualities of cotton and linen quilt cover materials? While cotton and linen do have some differences in their fabrics, often their benefits combine to form the best material for a quilt cover for any sleeper. The breathability of linen is a valued quality and when combined with the softness of cotton to provide a comforting quilt cover. Both materials offer temperature regulation, helping you to sleep comfortably all year round.

A cotton and linen blend is clean, neat and durable and available in various designs. You could opt for a timeless design with our solid coloured KOO Loft Cotton Linen Quilt Cover Set. This quilt cover set not only blends linen and cotton but also blends style with practicality to offer the perfect quilt cover set for any sleeper. With a few different colour options to choose from, you'll be sure to find the perfect quilt cover to complement your bedroom styling.

Your bed is the focal point of your room, so why not add an artistic flair by choosing a quilt cover with an eye-catching pattern. Our KOO Nottingham Cotton Linen Printed Quilt Cover Set will infuse a lively charm into any bedroom. With a breathtaking floral pattern, this cotton linen quilt cover is a great choice for those wanting the benefits of the two materials without compromising on style.

Elegant Blends: A Fusion Of Bamboo And Cotton

A blend of materials means a blend in benefits, and a bamboo cotton blend is no different. This combination blends the softness of bamboo with the temperature regulation of cotton. The result is a breathable fabric that offers the best quilt cover material for many sleepers.

Choosing a bamboo cotton quilt cover set is also a great choice for those who value style. They are an elegant bedding option an instantly elevate any bedroom. For example, the KOO Bamboo Cotton Quilt Cover Set features a timeless design that transcends trends to provide you with a stunning quilt cover for years to come. The simple yet effective plain design effortlessly complements various decor themes to update your bed linen in style.

How To Put On A Quilt Cover

A simple household task, putting on a quilt cover can seem to be quite difficult. We'll take you through the standard process to make learning how to put on a quilt cover a breeze:

1. Lay your quilt flat on top of your bed
2. Turn your quilt cover inside out
3. Take the two top corners of your quilt and hold it with the two top corners of your quilt cover
4. Flip your quilt cover back over your quilt
5. Holding the two top corners, shake your quilt and quilt cover to move the cover further down
6. Once the quilt is completely inside your quilt cover, secure the cover in place
7. Finally position on your bed as you wish, decorating with pillows and quilt covers to complete the look

How To Care For Your Quilt Cover

Most quilt covers are machine washable, however make sure to always follow any provided care instructions. Your quilt covers serve as a barrier between you and the quilt, and in doing so may collect a build-up of dust, sweat and natural body oils so it's best to regularly wash your quilt covers to maintain its quality.

Discover the Collection of Beautiful Quilt Covers in a Range of Fabrics and Materials at KOO

Explore the complete range of quilt covers now and find one that is practical and beautiful. Whether you want the durability and softness of cotton, or the breathability and textural appeal of linen quilt covers, you'll find your perfect match. Discover the Love of Home with KOO and join the KOO Club for exclusive updates and benefits.

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