Importance of Fiber Length

Scientists who research textiles have concluded that ideal growing conditions include nutrient rich soil and very warm weather both of which can be found in Egypt’s Nile Delta. Natural cotton fibers vary from 3/8″ to 2″ in length depending on species, soil, moisture and climate conditions. Shorter varieties are called “short staple” and longer varieties are called “long staple.” Egyptian Cotton is almost exclusively “long staple” with fiber lengths usually exceeding 1.5″

Scientists have also concluded that there is a direct correlation between fiber length and the strength of the resulting fabric from which it is made. Because each fiber is so long, they can be woven into finer threads. These finer threads can then be tightly woven into luxury bedding products such as 1200 thread count sheets, pillowcases, or duvet covers.