Egyptian cotton has a reputation for being the best. But in the quest to sell the best, some retailers are facing questions over the authenticity of their Egyptian cotton sheets. New DNA testing is lifting the lid on the fake Egyptian cotton problem.
We all assume that a higher thread count means better quality but the vast majority of high thread count sheets don't use the best cotton. When starting in 2010, we were in for a surprise.
After a competitor kinda copied our quality page, we tested their sheets and expected to catch them telling porkies. But what we found surprised us so much, it changed our view of sheet quality.
Think those certified organic cotton sheets were manufactured to the same ecological standards? OEKO-TEX ensures textile manufacturing is free from known harmful substances. Here's how it works and what to look for.
Weaves affect the feel and comfort of sheets, and everyone has a preference. While many believe sateen is best because higher thread counts can be achieved, one weave is not necessarily better than the other. In reality, it comes down to feel, price and personal preference.
With many ways to manufacture and market bedding, it can be difficult to understand what you're buying. Luckily, it's all about the cotton so here's what to look for.
BLOG DISCLOSURE: We aren't trained textile experts. All opinions are based on a decade worth of research, sleeping on and washing bedding, testing bedding in textile labs and talking with textile experts and Universities. If you spot mistakes or incorrect information, let us know. We're always learning.
