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What is thread count, and what does it have to do with my bedding product? |
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Quite simply, thread count is the number of threads (both length and width) in one square inch of fabric. Most people equate high thread count with luxurious bedding, and it’s true that thread count is important, but there’s more to it than that. In addition to thread count, you need to consider whether the threads are multi-ply, meaning threads are twisted together to make a single yarn. An extremely high thread count can be misleading, because each thread is counted as one, even the ones that are twisted together.
A thread count of 180 or higher is desirable. In general, the higher the thread count, the softer the feel of the fabric, and the more pill-resistant it is. Single-ply thread counts of 300-400 are considered very high quality.
Finally, the fiber used makes a difference, too. Regardless of thread count, cotton-polyester blends wrinkle less than cotton. And don’t assume that cotton sheets are 100% cotton, unless the label says so. |
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