

Cotton thread count - Thread count is the measurement used in cotton materials. It refers to the number of threads woven together per square inch of material. The more threads woven together means a higher thread count. The right thread count can make a difference to the smoothness, quality and feel of your sheets.
Varieties of Bed Sheets: The most common are the flat and fitted sheets. Fitted sheets are designed to fit snugly over your mattress, often featuring elastic edges to secure them in place. Flat sheets, on the other hand, are laid over the fitted sheet and under blankets or duvets. They can also be used alone, especially in warmer climates for a lighter cover.
The plain or twill weave of flannel sheets also makes them soft and pliant — all the more reason to use them in colder weather.
Most bedding brands will offer sheets in a classic white, as well as a few other neutral options like gray, cream, or beige. Others commonly include pastel colors or other mass appeal shades. Very few brands offer lots of bold colors or patterns, but there are some.Brooklinenis a great brand to consider if you love color — they offer fun and funky limited edition colors and patterns for almost all their bedding.
Just like with most things, though, not all cotton plants are created equal. Egyptian cotton that grows along the Nile River produces the highest quality textiles because of its extra-long staples.

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