Egyptian Cotton

Shopping for linens can get confusing. Knowing more about the product you are shopping for will help save you time and ensure that you purchase a product of superior quality. If sheets are what you’re looking for then you may wonder how 1000 thread count sheets vary from jersey-material sheets, or 300-thread count sheets.

Thread count refers to the number of threads, both vertical and horizontal, present in one-square inch of fabric. But thread count can be affected by a variety of factors such as the ply and thickness of the threads used. Some fabric dealers say that thread count doesn’t matter (the numbers at least) and that the type of fabric is the most important thing to consider when your buying sheets. But owners of 1000-thread count sheets would tell you otherwise.

Regardless of what type of sheets you decide to buy, try feeling the fabric between your fingers before you leave the store. If you like the feel buy them, if not pick try another set.