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Bamboo sheets are popular for many reasons—they’re smooth, soft, and luxurious. In short, they’re everything you need for a restful night.
Bamboo sheets are also known to be naturally cooling and moisture-wicking, so you won’t overheat. They’re breathable and durable, so once you find a set you love, they’ll bring you enjoyment for years to come.
Ahead, you’ll find our top picks for bamboo sheets based on several categories, including value, durability, and cooling capabilities.
What to know before you shop for bamboo sheets
First, you’ll need to brush up on bamboo textile terminology. The most common bamboo textiles are rayon/viscose, lyocell, and bamboo linen.
Fabric made from bamboo is called bamboo viscose or bamboo rayon—and both are essentially the same thing. Once the cellulose is removed from bamboo pulp, it’s processed to create a silky, durable product then used to make sheets and clothing. That said, it’s considered a natural fabric. Rayon and viscose are the most common forms of bamboo in textiles. Lyocell bamboo is a semi-synthetic rayon fabric that’s been further processed. Less common is bamboo linen, which uses a chemical-free mechanical process and usually results in a coarse fabric more prone to wrinkling.
The types of bamboo sheets you’ll find while shopping include sateen, percale, and twill and their differences lie in the way they are woven:
- The sateen weave has a silky feel, lustrous sheen, and naturally resists wrinkles.
- The percale weave uses a one thread over, one thread under pattern, creating a crisp, lightweight fabric with a matte finish. Percale sheets have a breathability to them, which makes them popular among hot sleepers. In addition, however, they do wrinkle easily, so take that into account when purchasing them.
- Bamboo twill is short, tight, and features a fine weave. Bamboo twill is softer than bamboo cotton blend sheets.
There are some pros and cons to owning bamboo sheets that you’ll want to consider, especially if you’re switching over from cotton sheets:
Pros:
- Naturally soft
- Extremely durable
- Sustainable
- Breathable
Cons:
- Tend to be more expensive than cotton sheets
- May be prone to wrinkling
- May shrink
When shopping for the perfect bamboo sheets, you’ll want to consider your preferred weave, the feel you’re looking for, fit to the mattress, price, thread count, breathability, durability, and ease of care. The bamboo sheets we’ve selected offer a variety of options.
Our top picks
Best bamboo sheets for year-round comfort: Cariloha Bamboo Sheets
Cariloha’s bamboo sheets combine bamboo viscose and feature a luxurious twill weave finish that’s three degrees cooler and twice as soft as cotton. Cariloha’s bamboo sheets are durable and highly sustainable while being carbon neutral.
Cariloha bamboo sheets are naturally thermal regulating, so you can sleep warm in the winter and cool in the summer. The fabric is designed to naturally repel odors and allergens.
They’re available in twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, and split king sizes. Choose from five different colors and sets include pillowcases. All Cariloha sheets have a 100-day trial period and free returns.
Specifications:
Price: Starting at $199
Material: Bamboo viscose
Weave type: Twill weave finish
Color and design: 5 options
Thread count: 250
Sizes: Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, and split king
Mattress depth: Extra deep pockets
PURCHASEBest value-priced bamboo sheets: AMONOL Bamboo Sheets
As mentioned, bamboo sheets have a tendency to be pricier than traditional cotton blend sheets. Always be on the lookout for deals and steals online and at stores. We found these AMONOL bamboo sheets at Walmart for only $59.
AMONOL bamboo sets are light and breathable to promote airflow while you sleep. Thermoregulatory properties help balance your body temperature in summer and winter, making these sheets suitable for any season. They’re also sustainably sourced and produced.
This bamboo sheet set is easy to care for—simply machine wash in cold water with mild detergent and tumble dry on low heat.
AMONOL bamboo sheets are available in queen and king sizes. Choose from three colorways and the sets include pillowcases.
Specifications:
Price: Starting at $69
Material: 100% organic bamboo viscose
Weave type: Bamboo viscose
Color and design: 3 options
Thread count: 500
Sizes: Queen and King
Mattress Depth: 16 “ deep pockets
PURCHASEBest cooling bamboo sheets: Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheets
Cozy Earth bamboo sheets are a great option for cooling, quality bamboo sheets that enhance your overall sleep, relaxation, and wellness. Crafted from high-quality fiber, weaves, and purposeful technology, these sheets deliver top-of-the line drape, durability, and keep you at the ideal temperature.
Cozy Earth is committed to responsible, sustainably sourced bamboo. The brand selects only the best suppliers with an eye for quality, and it participates in responsible production practices, while using premium materials.
Cozy Earth bamboo sheets are available in twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, and split king sizes. There are five color options and each set includes pillowcases.
Specifications:
Price: Starting at $339
Material: 100% bamboo viscose
Weave type: Bamboo viscose
Color and design: 5 options
Thread count: 400
Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King, and Split King
Mattress depth: 20 inch deep pockets
PURCHASEBest luxury bamboo sheets: Cariloha Charcoal Bamboo Sheets
Cariloha is known for their high quality bamboo sheets, so it’s natural we turned to them for the top-of-the-line luxury option, Cariloha Charcoal Bamboo sheets. The price is steep, but the payoff is great. The Charcoal Performance sheets are specifically created to purify and deodorize the air around you, in addition to the fabric. They are carbon-neutral and environmentally friendly.
Bamboo charcoal’s porous composition absorbs and breaks down odors, moisture, and polluted air particles., so you’ll enjoy a fresh, pure sleep every night. These sheets also inhibit bacterial growth and prevent allergies. They’re even easy to care for: machine wash cold, tumble dry on low heat.
Cariloha Charcoal Bamboo sheets are available in queen, king and California king. They are available in one shade, graphite, and each set includes pillowcases. They offer a 100-night home trial period so there’s no risk in seeing if they’re the perfect bamboo sheets for you.
Specifications:
Price: Starting at $339
Material: 70% Viscose from Bamboo / 30% Bamboo Charcoal.
Weave type: Bamboo viscose
Color and design: 1 option
Thread count: 250
Sizes: Queen, King, California King
Mattress depth: Extra deep pockets
PURCHASESoftest bamboo sheets: Luxury Bamboo Sheets by Cosy House
Bamboo viscose is soft and silky, but we found the softest of the batch in Cosy House’s bamboo sheets collection. These plush bamboo sheets resist wrinkles and household allergens. This brand also includes polyester in its blend for an extra-soft finish and additional stretch.
Cosy House fabric is breathable and regulates your temperature to keep you cool while you sleep so you can wake up refereshed. The sheets resist pilling, stains, and wrinkling.
Cosy House Bamboo sheets are available in twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, and split king. They are available in a wide range of 15 colors and each set includes pillowcases. They are easy to clean, machine washable, and dryer-friendly. Best of all, there’s a 100% satisfaction guarantee on the brand’s sheet sets, so you’ll love it or get your money back.
Specifications:
Price: Starting at $60
Material: 60% Polyester, 40% Bamboo Viscose
Weave type: Bamboo viscose
Color and design: 15 options
Thread count: 250
Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King, and Split King
Mattress Depth: 16 inch deep pockets
PURCHASEBest sateen bamboo sheets: Cariloha Sateen Bamboo Sheets
Incorporating a sateen weave into your bamboo sheets gives you that extra silky feel to your bed.The Cariloha Sateen Bamboo sheets are our favorite on the market and feature a premium sateen finish and advanced box-stitch seams, combining comfort with craftsmanship.
Cariloha bamboo sheets help you sleep warm in the winter and cool in the summer thanks to thermal regulating while the fabric is designed to repel odors and allergens naturally.
They’re available in queen, king, California king, and split king sizes and are available in eight colors. The sets include pillowcases and Cariloha sheets have a 100-day trial period and free returns.
Specifications:
Price: Starting at $329
Material: Bamboo viscose
Weave type: Sateen
Color and design: 8 options
Thread count: 250
Sizes: Queen, King, California King, and Split King
Mattress depth: Extra deep pockets
PURCHASEBest organic bamboo sheets: BambooYou Sheets
Bamboo replenishes itself in under three years, making it a sustainable textile option. BambooYou is committed to harvesting only 100% organic bamboo for its sheet sets, and that’s why we rank them as the best organic sheets. BambooYou sheets are hypo-allergenic for sensitive skin, and are eco-friendly with low-impact dyes.
BambooYou’s anti-pilling bamboo sheets are durable and will last for years with proper care. They’re machine washable, stain-, and odor-resistant.
These bamboo sheets are available in queen, king, and California king sizes. They come in crisp white and each set includes pillowcases.
Specifications:
Price: Starting at $179
Material: 100% organic bamboo viscose
Weave type: Bamboo viscose
Color and design: 1 option
Thread count: 300
Sizes: Queen, King, California King
Mattress Depth: 18-inch deep pockets
Most durable bamboo sheets: LUXOME Bamboo Sheets
Naturally durable, bamboo sheets are known to last years. LUXOME bamboo sheets place even more emphasis on durability, so they earn our top spot for most durable. LUXOME bamboo sheets feel softer than 1,000 thread-count Egyptian cotton, and are woven for luxurious softness, and optimal cooling. The sateen weave gives the sheets a silky, buttery texture you’ll melt into.
LUXOME recommends specific sheet care to keep your set looking and feeling its best. It’s recommended that you wash them separately to avoid zippers, hooks, and lint from other fabrics. Line dry or tumble dry on low heat. Machine wash them in cold water on a gentle cycle with a mild liquid detergent free from dyes and perfumes. Do not use fabric softener or dryer sheets.
LUXOME bamboo sheets are available in twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, and split king sizes. There are eight color options and each set includes pillowcases.
Specifications:
Price: Starting at $135
Material: 100% bamboo viscose
Weave type: Sateen
Color and design: 8 options
Thread count: 400
Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King, and Split King
Mattress depth: 17 inch deep pockets
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
Can you put bamboo sheets in the dryer?
Yes, bamboo sheets are easy to machine wash and tumble dry low. Hang them outside for extra fresh drying.
What is the difference between bamboo sheets and Egyptian cotton?
The main difference is in how these textiles are processed, which may contribute to the price difference. (Bamboo sheet sets are more expensive than traditional sheets, but 100% Egyptian cotton is among the most expensive.) Egyptian cotton requires more water to produce to achieve the resulting soft textile, while processing bamboo into fabric usually uses more chemicals.
What bamboo sheets does Oprah use?
We found out! Oprah named Cosy House Bamboo sheets to her 2018 Favorite Things list.
How can you tell if a sheet made of bamboo is real?
The label should tell you that there is 100% bamboo viscose or rayon in the material, or explain what the sheets are composed of.
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