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Question from Steve

Hi Debra,

I came across some of you posts and writings as I was searching for bedsheets. I would like to know if all flannel sheets are free from hazardous chemicals. Is it safe to buy flannel sheets that are not organic? Must they state that they are free from chemicals on packaging or are all flannel sheets safe because/if they are not treated to be wrinkle free, easy care, etc? I greatly appreciate your advice.

Thanks,

Steve.

Debra’s Answer

All flannel sheets are “safe” in the sense that they

  • have no harmful finishes (they are naturally wrinkle-free because of the weave”)
  • pesticides are removed as a by-product of processing in raw cotton into fabric
  • dyes are “color-fast,” which means they stay in the fabric

Organic flannel sheets would be even better, though the benefit is more environmental.

I myself sleep on non-organic flannel sheets and have for years.

The only problem I’ve ever had is sometimes they use plastic printing for certain designs. Otherwise, a quick tumble in the washer and dryer and I’m always happy with them.

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