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The Truth About Thread Count in Bedding
TLDR Thread count, often seen as a measure of quality in bedding, is actually not as important as many people believe. Anything over 400 is essentially meaningless because there is a limit to how many threads can fit in a square inch of fabric. The choice of bedding material, such as percale or Egyptian cotton, ultimately comes down to personal preference.
Timestamped Summary
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Thread count, often seen as an indicator of quality in bedding, is actually not as important as many people think, with anything over 400 being essentially meaningless.
02:19
Thread count is determined by counting the individual threads in a square inch of fabric, and anything over 400 is essentially meaningless because there is a limit to how many threads can fit in that space.
04:37
Thread counts used to be heavily advertised, but now they are not as prominent due to the limit of how many threads can fit in a square inch of fabric.
06:45
Thread counts used to be heavily advertised, but now they are not as prominent due to the limit of how many threads can fit in a square inch of fabric.
09:05
Percale is a crisp, sturdy cotton weave that provides a different feel compared to other types of weaves, but ultimately, the choice of bedding material is a matter of personal preference.
11:08
In the 2000s, many bedding companies were falsely advertising high thread counts, but the International Trade Commission took action and seized shipments of sheets that didn't meet the advertised thread counts.
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Egyptian cotton is a longer fiber, making it softer and more durable, but be cautious of brands falsely advertising Egyptian cotton and high thread counts.
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