Features of the Egyptian cotton Sheets

Many different bed linens have been designed to enhance the quality of sleep. Most of these bed sets have been designed with different materials. The material used on the sheets is what will determine the quality and durability of the sheets. The material will also determine the cost of the sheets as there are bed linens that are more expensive than others.

One of the finest cotton that has ever been used is the Egyptian cotton. The cotton is very expensive because of the quality and also the durability. It is quite important for you to know the different features of these sheets if you are going to choose the perfect cotton sheet sets.

·         Thread Count

It is quite important for you to understand what thread count is and how it affects the quality of the sheets. You should not use thread count only to determine the quality of the sheets. This is because there are sheets that have been designed with a low thread count and they are still of great quality. Thread count is simply the number of threads that have been woven together into a square foot inch.  The threads are usually woven horizontally and vertically.

The reason why thread count alone cannot determine the quality of the cotton sheet sets is because one can increase or decrease the vertically woven threads or the wraps. Moreover, when it comes to the Egyptian cotton the sheets may be of low thread count and they still are of great quality compared to the other high thread count sheets.

Even though this type of cotton has the highest thread count, you should be concerned with where the cotton was woven before checking the thread count.

·         The Fabric Weave

The reason why the Egyptian cotton sheets are of good quality is because of the sheets has been woven with extra long strands of cotton. The weaving of the fabric is what gives the sheet their durability. Apart from the plain woven fibers, the other fabric weaves have been done with the combination of other fibers to enhance the quality.

You should carefully consider the size of the sheets when you are buying. It is worth noting that cotton tends to shrink when they are washed. This means that the sheets will fit perfectly on the bed once you wash them.

It is quite important for you to consider the price of the sheets you are buying. You need to be wary of the bed sheets that are cheap in price yet they have a high thread count. You will not get what you bargained for if you buy such sheets.

For long lasting cotton sheets, you need to know how to wash them. Cotton can be damaged by heat and thus you should not wash the sheets with hot water. If you must use hot water, ensure that it is lukewarm. You should also use mild detergents on the sheets. Avoid washing the sheets in combination with other clothes. This is the only way that you can ensure that the sheets original color is maintained.

Linen Drawer is a freelance writer who looks at issue of interior design and beautification and how products for example Egyptian cotton can be used to augment the visual appeal of the room. To know more about “cotton sheet sets” visit our website www.linendrawer.co.za.