MATERIALS & COMPOSITIONS
The subject guide
Choosing bed linen is a matter of preference, taste, and sensitivity. Each material has its own advantages and specific care requirements. To suit your needs and your sleep, we've selected several natural materials with different textures and comfort levels. The bed linen that's right for you is the one that offers a comfortable night's sleep. While some prefer the silkiness of cotton sateen, others will opt for the freshness of washed cotton.
For the care of your bed linen and textile decoration, consult our dedicated guide.
For your bed linen
Washed cotton, casual elegance
Washed cotton, woven here in 57 threads/cm², has become a staple of contemporary bed linen. Light and fresh, washed cotton is ideal for mid-season and summer. This natural material will seduce you with its raw appearance combined with a great
candy.
This fabric, obtained through a special treatment that softens and patinates the fiber, seduces with its relaxed look and unique comfort. The washing process gives the cotton a slightly crinkled texture, requiring no ironing, which adds to its natural charm. More accessible than linen, it offers an aesthetic and comfortable alternative.
The mixed fabric, the perfect combination of linen and cotton.
Métis is a traditional canvas blending two noble fibers: cotton in the warp and linen in the weft. Once a common feature in wardrobes, this robust and durable fabric was prized for its longevity but was abandoned over time because it was considered too rough at the time. Today, it is making a strong comeback thanks to its authenticity and its many advantages: a softness that increases with washing, the thermoregulating freshness of linen, and a textured appearance with timeless charm. Métis embodies the perfect alliance between tradition and modernity, ideal for an elegant and durable interior.
Linen, a noble fiber.
Linen is an ancestral plant fiber that has survived the centuries and established itself as the flagship material in household linen. It has conquered our beds and wardrobes thanks to its many advantages. Easy to care for, it is a breathable, very resistant fiber, which does not shrink or shrinks little when washed. It has the advantage of regulating temperature and humidity well; in other words, your linen item will retain heat in winter and will offer you a pleasant feeling of freshness in summer. Linen cultivation is part of a naturally sustainable and eco-responsible agriculture: it requires very little water and no use of chemicals.
Good to know: France is the world's leading producer of flax.
Cotton satin, the luxurious weave
Slip into the softness of cotton satin for an incomparable feeling of comfort and warmth. The brilliance of this luminous material allows for bold, vibrant colors.
Its “grand teint” dye gives excellent color fastness to washing, being able to withstand
temperatures up to 90°. Very resistant, with a weave of 110 or 120 threads/cm², cotton satin is nonetheless synonymous with refinement and quality, and is frequently found in large hotels.
This 100% natural satin (a weaving technique that leaves no visible weft) is labeled Vosges Terre Textile.
Jacquard cotton satin, an exceptional weave
This 100% natural material with long combed fibers is the result of traditional know-how. Made on a loom, Jacquard cotton satin is characterized by its entirely
woven into the weft. It is therefore neither printed nor embroidered, which gives the material a unique relief and feel depending on the work of the pattern.
This complex weaving technique makes Jacquard cotton satin a luxurious and durable material.
With its tight weave (here in 180 threads/cm²), it retains even more heat than cotton satin, and is therefore recommended more in winter, for those who are sensitive to the cold or for unheated rooms.
Washed linen, both trendy and timeless.
Washed linen maintains all the benefits of pure linen. The linen fabric is machine-washed several times at extremely high temperatures. This process softens the fibers, adds softness to the fabric, and gives it a very attractive wrinkled appearance.
This material has become essential in interior design, and is found in curtains, kitchen linens, and bed linens. Synonymous with comfort and well-being, it charms us with its strength and airy appearance.
For your textile decoration
Alpaca, an exceptional wool.
Alpaca wool has something to seduce lovers of natural fibers. Its very high warmth index contrasts with its incredible lightness. Considered one of the most durable natural fibers, it is highly valued for its great softness, its waterproof and thermoregulating properties, and its ability to retain body heat. With its long, fluffy hair, alpaca is distinguished by the absence of lanolin, which makes this wool hypoallergenic and pleasant on even the most sensitive skin. Alpaca fleece has such a variety of colors that there are 365 of them!
Mohair, a unique fiber.
Among the most exceptional wools, mohair stands out for its vaporous appearance, lightness, and lustrous fiber. It is highly valued for its thermoregulating and insulating properties. The closed scale arrangement makes mohair fiber easy to dye and ensures good color retention. Mohair throws and blankets are adorned with vibrant, intense, and luminous colors.
Natural wool from the Pyrenees.
Wool, known for its soft comfort and high warmth index, has many advantages. Naturally antibacterial and thermoregulating, this fiber has the power to absorb and release moisture: it protects against both cold and heat. It will accompany your winters and cool evenings the rest of the year. A healthy material par excellence, wool is appreciated for its ability to retain little dust and dirt.
Cashmere, a precious fiber.
Cashmere is undoubtedly one of the most prestigious natural fibers in the world. Prized for its incomparable finesse and delicacy, cashmere diffuses a soft warmth like a veil on the skin. It is produced by shearing or combing cashmere goats from East Asia, whose fleece is composed of long, fine, silky hairs.
Washed linen, both trendy and timeless.
Washed linen maintains all the benefits of pure linen. The linen fabric is machine-washed several times at extremely high temperatures. This process softens the fibers, adds softness to the fabric, and gives it a very attractive wrinkled appearance.
This material has become essential in interior design, and is found in curtains, kitchen linens, and bed linens. Synonymous with comfort and well-being, it charms us with its strength and airy appearance.
Linen, a noble fiber.
Linen is an ancestral plant fiber that has survived the centuries and established itself as the flagship material in household linen. It has conquered our beds and wardrobes thanks to its many advantages. Easy to care for, it is a breathable, very resistant fiber, which does not shrink or shrinks little when washed. It has the advantage of regulating temperature and humidity well; in other words, your linen item will retain heat in winter and will offer you a pleasant feeling of freshness in summer. Linen cultivation is part of a naturally sustainable and eco-responsible agriculture: it requires very little water and no use of chemicals.
Good to know: France is the world's leading producer of flax.
The mixed fabric, the perfect combination of linen and cotton.
Métis is a traditional canvas blending two noble fibers: cotton in the warp and linen in the weft. Once a common feature in wardrobes, this robust and durable fabric was prized for its longevity but was abandoned over time because it was considered too rough at the time. Today, it is making a strong comeback thanks to its authenticity and its many advantages: a softness that increases with washing, the thermoregulating freshness of linen, and a textured appearance with timeless charm. Métis embodies the perfect alliance between tradition and modernity, ideal for an elegant and durable interior.
A LITTLE FURTHER IN THE REFLECTION
Always here to serve you
The French Chamber is constantly seeking new designers and new materials. New ranges will expand our timeless collections. In keeping with our values, we will always offer natural materials and strive for eco-friendly labels, particularly for cotton with Oeko-Tex certification.
If you cannot find what you are looking for in our carefully selected materials, our Advice department can direct you to manufacturers and brands that match your criteria.