The Great Sheet Debate.
For some reason, I see some variation of this question more often than any other topic in massage groups. I’m not sure if I should be embarrassed to admit this, but I have never really given much thought to my sheets. I love this time of year when I can pick up a few sets on clearance from the back to school sales! (Target is especially awesome for this in my opinion.)
I used to be strictly a flat sheet user. I have these giant rubber bands and they were awesome for keeping the bottom sheet on the table. I think I mostly liked them because let’s face it; flat sheets are easier to fold.
I have a few dislikes:
I like cotton or a cotton rich blend. A decent amount of sheets fit in the washer and they dry in a reasonable amount of time. My clients like the feel of them as well. Cotton is also a great choice for my climate. It’s breathable which is perfect for our hot, humid summers. Toss on a blanket and turn on the table warmer and my clients are just as comfortable in the winter.
Like I mentioned before, now is a great time to pick up a few sets of sheets! Hello clearance sales!
If you have a suggestion for what to do with the extra pillowcases I have collected, I would love to hear it!
#31 in the 31 in August Blogging Challenge.
For some reason, I see some variation of this question more often than any other topic in massage groups. I’m not sure if I should be embarrassed to admit this, but I have never really given much thought to my sheets. I love this time of year when I can pick up a few sets on clearance from the back to school sales! (Target is especially awesome for this in my opinion.)
I used to be strictly a flat sheet user. I have these giant rubber bands and they were awesome for keeping the bottom sheet on the table. I think I mostly liked them because let’s face it; flat sheets are easier to fold.
I have a few dislikes:
- White sheets. They are too transparent. They stain easily. I don’t think they wear as well. After a few months, they look dingy and old.
- Flannel sheets. They take too long to dry. Not as many fit into the washer and dryer. They take up way too much space in the cabinet. I especially hate the flannel sheets that are specifically made for a massage table. These sheets always feel a smidge too small and I feel like I am going to break a nail trying to get the things onto the table. I hate the feeling of wrestling a sheet.
- I strongly dislike microfiber. I feel like I’m serving a gourmet meal on a Styrofoam plate. I also don’t like how grabby the fibers can feel. They are silky feeling and dry quickly, I simply don’t like them.
I like cotton or a cotton rich blend. A decent amount of sheets fit in the washer and they dry in a reasonable amount of time. My clients like the feel of them as well. Cotton is also a great choice for my climate. It’s breathable which is perfect for our hot, humid summers. Toss on a blanket and turn on the table warmer and my clients are just as comfortable in the winter.
Like I mentioned before, now is a great time to pick up a few sets of sheets! Hello clearance sales!
If you have a suggestion for what to do with the extra pillowcases I have collected, I would love to hear it!
#31 in the 31 in August Blogging Challenge.
RSS Feed