In a world where the quality of sleep has become a major well-being issue, a ground-breaking study has just been carried out to determine the impact of textiles on night-time rest. Conducted by Comptoir du Bambou in partnership with research laboratories and sleep institutes, the study highlights the importance of the choice of fabrics for restful sleep.
SCIENTIFIC TESTS TO UNDERSTAND THE IMPACT OF TEXTILES
The study looked at three types of fibre: bamboo, cotton and linen. More than 200 participants were subjected to an in-depth analysis of their sleep cycles according to the textile used. Parameters such as thermoregulation, moisture absorption and perception of comfort were measured using connected devices.
The results are edifying:
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Bamboo textiles reduced the number of night-time awakenings by 18 % compared with cotton, thanks to their ability to regulate body temperature and prevent moisture build-up.
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Linen, known for its thermoregulatory properties, offered optimal comfort in summer, but slightly increased the time taken to fall asleep due to its stiffer texture.
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Cotton, although widely used, has shown intermediate performance, with lower moisture absorption than bamboo, which can have an impact on night-time comfort.
PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS FOR THE HOTEL AND WELLNESS SECTOR
These discoveries pave the way for a new approach to hotel and home bedding. By incorporating better-performing textiles into their bed linen, hotels and private homes can significantly improve the sleep experience.
This study provides scientific confirmation of what we suspected: the choice of textiles has a direct influence on the quality of rest. Our research enables us to go even further in optimising the materials we offer our customers.
TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE, HIGH-PERFORMANCE TEXTILE INNOVATION
On the strength of these results, Comptoir du Bambou is continuing its commitment to the research and development of innovative textiles combining well-being, performance and ecological sustainability. As well as optimising sleep quality, bamboo fibres offer a major environmental advantage thanks to their sustainable cultivation and biodegradability.
