{"id":28595,"date":"2023-06-23T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-06-23T04:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog-staging.saatva-node-stage.tsc-starts-coding.com\/?p=28595"},"modified":"2024-10-29T18:41:31","modified_gmt":"2024-10-29T18:41:31","slug":"antimicrobial-sheets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saatva-node-stage.tsc-starts-coding.com\/blog\/antimicrobial-sheets\/","title":{"rendered":"Do Antimicrobial Sheets Work?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you weren\u2019t concerned about germs before<\/em>, chances are, after the few years we\u2019ve had? You are now<\/em>. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, people are more concerned with stopping the spread of bacteria than ever. And one way to stop bacterial spread is to use antimicrobial products\u2014including in the bedroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ve already covered all the reasons why you should consider sleeping on an antimicrobial mattress<\/a>\u2014so today, it\u2019s all about the sheets. Let\u2019s take a look at everything you need to know about antimicrobial sheets: what they are, how they work, and how to use them to make your bed a more germ-free place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What does antimicrobial mean?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

First things first. Before we jump into antimicrobial bed sheets, let\u2019s quickly define what, exactly, antimicrobial means. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAntimicrobial is a term that denotes the ability to maintain lower levels of microbes on or in any given object over a specific period of time,\u201d says microbiologist Jason Tetro<\/a>. \u201cMicrobes can include bacteria, viruses, and fungi.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are antimicrobial sheets? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Now that you understand how \u201cantimicrobial\u201d is designed, let\u2019s jump into the specifics of \u201cwhat are antimicrobial sheets?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAn antimicrobial sheet has been treated with a special ingredient that allows it to damage microbial species,\u201d says Tetro. \u201cWhen a bacterium or virus comes into contact with that special ingredient, it is either weakened or killed.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can\u2019t tell if a sheet is antimicrobial by looking at it. (\u201cAntimicrobial sheets are visually like other sheets,\u201d says Tetro.) And a variety of fabrics can be made antimicrobial, including wool, linen, and cotton. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One popular\u2014and effective\u2014choice for transforming standard fabrics into antimicrobial ones is silver chloride. According to Tetro, silver chloride has three main antimicrobial mechanisms. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe first is to damage the outside of the microbe, forcing the insides to come out,\u201d says Tetro. \u201cThe second is to interfere with the genetic material so it cannot replicate. The third is attaching to proteins to prevent them from working properly.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And as a bonus? Silver is \u201calso nontoxic<\/a> and has little to no environmental impact,\u201d says Tetro.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s worth noting that some sheet fabrics are also naturally antimicrobial. Linen<\/a> and bamboo<\/a>, for example, are two fabrics that have antimicrobial properties on their own. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do antimicrobial sheets work? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While it\u2019s nice to know how<\/em> antimicrobial sheets work, the most important thing to know is if<\/em> they work\u2014and the answer is yes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThese sheets usually have gone through a variety of tests in microbiology laboratories to prove they can reduce the number of microbes by a certain percentage,\u201d says Tetro. \u201cUsually, antimicrobial sheets are able to kill 99.9% [of microbes]\u2014but some are more effective.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And because antimicrobial sheets stay cleaner, longer, you can stretch your time between washes. This is not only better for the environment but can also help you get more wear out of your sheets, which is better for your budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWhen antimicrobial agents are used in fabrics, one can expect to gain at least three to five times more use,\u201d says Tetro. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One thing to keep in mind? While antimicrobial sheets can help keep germs at bay, they\u2019re not magic. \u201cWhile antimicrobial bedding can help to reduce the impact of bacteria, viruses, and fungi, they cannot stop the loading of other human secretions such as salt and oil,\u201d says Tetro\u2014so even though you can squeeze more time between washes, make sure you\u2019re still washing your sheets<\/a> on a regular basis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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FAQs <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What do antimicrobial sheets do? <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Antimicrobial sheets minimize the microorganisms on sheets\u2014like bacteria, viruses, or fungi\u2014that could negatively impact your health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What kind of sheets are antimicrobial? <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Antimicrobial sheets are any sheets that have been treated with a solution\/ingredient that gives the sheet antimicrobial properties (for example, silver chloride). Additionally, linen and bamboo are two naturally antimicrobial sheet fabrics. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are antimicrobial sheets safe for everyone to use?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While anyone can benefit from using antimicrobial sheets, \u201cpeople who have skin issues, such as acne<\/a> and allergies<\/a>, to fungi such as Aspergillus, may also see a benefit,\u201d says Trello.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are antimicrobial sheets healthy? <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Yes. Sheets with antimicrobial properties can help reduce your exposure to germs and support better health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get the best antimicrobial sheets at Saatva <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Saatva offers sheets made from European flax linen<\/span>, which is naturally antimicrobial and hypoallergenic.\u00a0Our sheet collection also includes hypoallergenic, moisture-wicking cotton sheets<\/span> that meet the highest standards for health and safety. Check out our\u00a0selection of sheets<\/a>\u00a0to find your perfect set.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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