Thread count does 'not say all about fabrics'
Published: 25 January 2010
Just because something has an impressively high thread count does not automatically mean it is of a better quality to something with lower numbers, according to a new report.
A higher thread count in bed linen is not something that instantly means it is better than its lower-thread counterparts, according to a new report.Vicky Sanderson of the Toronto Star made the call last week, noting that it is "not that simple" to assume such a situation.
She explained that the number of threads running lengthwise - known as the warp of the fabric - as well as those running crosswise - or the weft - are counted over the size of a square inch to deliver anything from a 180 thread count to above 1,000, with finer threads turning out more comfort and creating higher thread counts.
It also makes the bed linen denser and more durable, though this does not necessarily mean that the quality and length of the fibres are impressive, nor does it mean the linen is well made.
Ms Sanderson concluded: "Even an expert probably wouldn't be able to tell all that at a glance, but do pose the questions to your retailer, and take the product out of its packaging to inspect the weave."
Earlier in the month, Jessica Alexander of the Sleep Council explained that people need to put more stock in their sleep, which may mean spending more cash on high-quality bedding to improve their level of relaxation.
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