Linen and cotton are both ideal fabrics for sleeping in the heat. They are woven from natural fibers (cotton is cotton, while linen is woven from the flax plant) that breathe remarkably well, which is key for staying cool.
Just like it does when it's on the sheep, wool provides temperature regulation and is super breathable - meaning it's ideal for hot sleepers or year-round use. The moisture wicking properties make it the right choice if you're trying to avoid those clammy, sweaty nights.
The texture of linen appeals to many quilters, and the material is made from the flax plant. Quilter's linen has absorbent properties and is cooler than other fabrics.
Wool Quilts
Wool is well known for its ability to regulate body temperature, ensuring you do not feel overly hot and sweaty, while also being able to draw moisture away from the body, keeping your body temperature regulated throughout the night.
Cotton. This natural fibre is ideal for people with allergies. Cotton quilts offer breathability and comfort, and are especially great for lightweight quilts.
We recommend Hungarian goose down duvets for night sweats. A goose down duvet filling is naturally breathable and provides three to four times more air circulation than synthetic materials, allowing moisture from sweat to escape more easily. For a cooling duvet, also opt for a lightweight, low tog duvet.
Bamboo Batting
Harvesting it has little impact on its livelihood. As batting, it won't make you sneeze, it's easy to quilt through, and it's a cooler type of batting than polyester. Great for summer quilts and for projects such as wall hangings that don't rely on warmth.
The best cooling comforters have covers made from bamboo, eucalyptus, cotton, and microfiber. Bamboo and eucalyptus comforters are derived from natural materials that are more breathable than other fabrics, which helps regulate your body temperature by wicking away sweat.
Who Is a Quilt Best For? People who sleep hot. Because they're relatively thin and lightweight, quilts are a good option for hot sleepers.
While a fitted sheet is necessary, a flat sheet is optional—but the extra layer provides a bit of warmth and acts as a barrier between you and your duvet cover, allowing for extended time between washes.
Known for its softness and breathability, cotton voile is an airy fabric ideal for quilts. It has a higher thread count than most cotton fabrics, which translates into a lightweight, almost silky feel.
For the hot summer months, there's nothing like a light and airy quilt to keep your body temperature regulated. Choose from a cotton (Ultracool™) option, or if you like a heavier weight on you while you sleep, go for an all seasons wool option — don't worry, it truly is for all seasons as wool is highly breathable.
Bamboo, silk, and wool, on the other hand, are naturally breathable, moisture-wicking, and hypoallergenic for a comforter that keeps you cool at night. If you just prefer the feel of feathers or down, then make sure you opt for a lightweight option that won't be as weighty, or bunch as you sleep and keep in the heat.
What type of sheets sleep the coolest? In general, sheets made from linen, bamboo, and Tencel offer the coolest, most breathable feel. Cotton sheets that feature a percale weave are also known for being exceptionally lightweight and airy, perfect for hot sleepers.
Opt for natural sheets: Just as cotton pyjamas are better than polyester at keeping you cool, 100% cotton sheets and duvet covers are more effective than synthetic alternatives. From sheets to duvet covers and pillowcases, aim for an all-natural sleep environment to help manage menopausal night sweats.
Cotton is a lot more breathable than polyester and will keep your body temperature lower in summer with air flowing on your skin. However, polyester is moisture-wicking and will keep you dry when you are sweating.
A down duvet gives you a lightweight option even at higher tog counts, that allows good air circulation and climate control. This makes them ideal for night sweats and people looking for a lighter duvet that can keep them cool but still cosy in the winter months.
Below, we've featured duvets filled with bamboo, wool and eucalyptus silk. They're hypoallergenic and tend to be more breathable than their plastic-derived counterparts. Bamboo and wool are also naturally temperature-regulating and moisture-wicking, which is particularly useful if you tend to run hot.
Hotel blankets are typically made from cotton, wool, or down, which are all incredibly soft and comfortable materials. They're also usually pretty heavy, which can make them feel even more luxurious. But it's not just the material that makes hotel blankets so cozy – it's also how they're constructed.
A down comforter can be exceptionally breathable if it has a low fill power, but higher fill powers tend to trap heat. Down alternative comforters are generally less likely to cause overheating. Down can trap dust, mold, or mildew and affect allergies.
Dohar has different names in different parts of the world - thin blanket / coverlet / duvet/ thin comforter/ Indian comforter/ AC Dohar. The term “Dohar” comes from a Hindi word “Dohrana'' which means layers.
Loading the Double Layer of Batting
I've noticed that many award winning quilters use two layers of batting to add more emphasis to the quilting line, so after making a sample, I decided to try the double batt. I chose wool batting for it's amazing loft and 80/20 cotton/poly for stability.
Polyester doesn't shrink, so if you're trying to avoid crinkling or puckering, polyester is a great choice. Another benefit of polyester (and blends) is that it tends not to show fold lines as much as cotton. However, polyester doesn't have the same drape or soft feel as other types of batting, and may not be as warm.
You want your batting to be larger than your quilt top (front) by about 4″ bigger than the length and height and slightly smaller than your quilt back. In other words the backing should be the biggest of the three layers.