Many bedding retailers assume that we all understand the different terms and language associated with different bedding and fabrics. However, the Linen Drawer team has found that this is not true. Words like thread count and Egyptian cotton may not be fully understood. That’s why we offer you a guide to understanding fabric and making the right choice for your home.
When we talk about thread count, we mean the number of threads woven into one square inch of fabric. The warp or longitudinal threads are counted and this number is added to the weft or cross thread. The resulting total is the number of threads.
The higher the thread count, the denser the weave, but a higher thread count does not necessarily mean the fabric is better suited to your needs. The 1000 thread count fabric is very heavy and dense and can be very warm to sleep under, as it is less breathable.
Percale
Mention the word PERCALE and you’ll either find a puzzled look entering your eye or a vague realization. Nothing useful.
Percale is a closely woven plain fabric for end use in bed linen, clothing or industrial use. Percale has a clear, matte handle and has a dense appearance when held up to the light.
It’s cool, breathable, and features a delightful “cracking” sound when you open the folded product and shake it.
Satine
Nothing compares to the luxurious softness of sateen.
Sateen is the name of a type of fabric, but it is also the name of a fabric woven in this way. Sateen fabric features a smooth lustrous surface and a luxuriously soft handle.
Sateen fabric is usually woven from long-staple cotton, which gives it luster and softness. The surface of the fabric shows long/cross weft threads on the surface, in contrast to the regular weave regularity of cotton fabric.
Egyptian cotton
Much has been said about Egyptian cotton. Historically, Egypt grew a species or genus of cotton known as Gossypium Barbadense, which has longer and finer fibers (pins) than other cottons. This produced a smooth and strong texture.
Unfortunately, the name has been distorted and the product made from similar long-staple cotton is sold as Egyptian cotton. The only way to guarantee authenticity is to purchase Egyptian cotton from a trusted retailer.
Only the right genus of Gossypium Barbadense can be made into real Egyptian cotton with the relevant softness and strength properties. Egyptian cotton is soft and durable. The linen drawer is made of Egyptian cotton certified for authenticity.
In conclusion, the best advice when purchasing any type of bed linen is the following two statements:
“What looks right for you, is right for you” and “Quality is remembered long after price is forgotten.”
Visit Linen Drawer to find the right linen for you.
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