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What Does High Thread Count Mean?
Thread count refers to the number of threads per square inch in a fabric. The higher
the thread count, the more luxurious the feel of a fabric. To get the softest feel stay
above about 250 thread count, and avoid any fabrics less than 175.
What Fiber Should I Choose?
Crisp cotton is by far the most popular sheet fabric. Cotton blends (generally a
poly-cotton mixture) offer non-wrinkling properties but often lack the pleasing "feel" of
100% cotton. At High-Thread-Count-Bed-Sheets.com, we offer 100% combed cottons,
including the world renowned Egyptian Cotton, with weaves such as
Percale, Sateen, Jacquard, etc. Our thread count offerings range from a truly luxurious
400TC to 1500TC with yarns ranging from the 40's to 140's!!!
How Do I Care For My New Sheets?
Caring for household linens used to be as easy as beating them on a rock and drying
them on a line.
Today, however, homemakers regularly use textiles that come in a multitude of fibers,
colors, and sizes, each with specific care requirements.
If you've ever stood in front of the washer trying to decide between hot and cold,
permanent press and extra rinse, then you know what we mean.
One of the best ways to know how to care for an item is to save the care directions that
are packaged with it. Write the product name on it and tape the card up in your laundry
room or stick it into a card file kept on the laundry room shelf. If you're ever in doubt
about laundering instructions this information will be a good place to start.
Yet beyond specific instructions are some general, common sense tips for purchasing,
cleaning, and caring for household linens like sheets, towels, and duvets. Did you know,
for example, that towels should be washed with vinegar before using? Or that sheets
can be partially "unwrinkled" by drying them with a damp washcloth?
Here are some general guidelines you can use in conjunction with the
manufacturer's instructions:
Washing
Wash in cool or lukewarm water that's less than 104 degrees F.
Set wash cycle on "gentle"
Use the extra rinse cycle if available
Use less detergent -- about half the recommended amount
Avoid using bleach as it breaks down fabric fibers
Drying
Dry sheets in the dryer only until they're dry
Avoid over drying
Remove sheets from the dryer promptly and fold immediately
If sheets have cooled in the dryer and wrinkles have set, then tumble another 5-10
minutes with a washcloth that has been slightly dampened.
Pillowcases
Buy extra pillowcases for any sheet patterns you particularly love, as these are the
pieces that will wear out the fastest.
Iron pillowcases for fresh, crisp good looks on your bed.
Change pillowcases at least twice a week in normal climates, more often in hot and
humid regions.
What About Storage?
Have two to three sets of sheets per bed. You can use one on the bed, one in storage,
and one in the laundry.
Rotate the sheets you use (vs. the sets you store) frequently so they wear evenly.
Buy extra bottom sheets for any sheet patterns you particularly love, as these are the
pieces that will wear out the fastest.
Change sheets once a week in normal climates, more often in hot and humid regions.
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