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Bed sheet sets
or
Bed Linens
are more than a utilitarian item for the home. At Homespell.com The
Egyptian Cotton Super Store
you'll find the best deals online for Egyptian Cotton
Bed Sheet sets, Egyptian Cotton
Comforters and Bed in Bags..
You can order your bed
sheet online or call our customer support professionals who
will be happy to assist you in selecting the best
sheets,
bed sheet sets, Comforters and bed in a bag for your bed
room and which suits your taste.
What to look when you
buy a bed
sheet?
- Bed
Sheets are of different styles, materials, sizes and quality.
There is a wide range of materials to choose from, from a
polyester blend, to 100% Egyptian cotton. Sheets come in a
variety of styles, sizes and colors. Ideally every bed
should have three
sets of bed sheet sets (one on the bed, one in the laundry
and one in the closet). Many people also like to have three
bed sheet sets per season, summer and winter.
What are the important
things to look for before you buy a bed sheet set?
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THREAD
COUNT . Thread count is the number of threads per square
inch of fabric. Assuming you are looking for the softest and
most durable bed sheet set, the higher thread count will
always be the best. Look for it to be at least 280 or
higher.
FABRIC CONTENT. There are different grades of cotton, which
is determined by the length of its staple or fiber. The
longer the staple, the more luxurious and durable the grade
of cotton.
There are two levels above the basic grade of cotton:
EGYPTIAN cotton is the highest quality, providing the
softest, most luxurious fabric and feel. SUPIMA is a long,
consistent staple cotton produced in the U.S., which is very
soft and durable.
If
you are a person who gives priority to softness then your
choice will be those bed sheets made of 100% Egyptian
Cotton.
100% cotton bed sheet sheets will be the softest and most
breathable, as they are an all natural fiber. The benefit of
a cotton/polyester blend is that they will not wrinkle as
much and are more moderately priced. However, polyester
sheets will not breathe or absorb moisture as well as all
cotton. 100% Egyptian cotton will always be the most comfortable
choice, and if you take them out of the dryer promptly and
either fold them or put them on the bed, they will not be as
wrinkled as you think.
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WEAVE.
Another important feature to look for in sheets is the
weave. A standard weave is alternating one stitch over, one
stitch under.
Other weaves include:
SATEEN: (Not to be confused with satin). This has a stitch
of four over, one under, placing the most threads on the
surface, making it extremely soft, though slightly less
durable than other weaves.
PINPOINT: This is a stitch of two over and one under. This
is more durable than a regular weave, but not as soft as
sateen.
SIZING: The measurements below are for fitted bed sheets and
will help ensure a proper fit. Do not be concerned with the
top or flat sheet dimension as it will be tucked under the
mattress anyway and is not meant to be sized to the exact
specifications of your mattress. Manufacturer's sizes may
vary slightly, however these dimensions serve as a good
representation of what should be expected for these items:
- TWIN:
39 x 76 inches
- TWIN
X-LONG: 39 x 80 inches
- FULL:
54 x 75 inches
- QUEEN:
60 x 80 inches
- KING:
78 x 80 inches
- CAL-KING:
72 x 84 inches
Before selecting your bed sheet sets, it is important to
know how deep your mattress is, especially since Pillow Top
and Extra Deep mattresses have become very common. Here are
some dimensions to use as a guide:
- STANDARD
DEPTH: 7 to 9 inches
- DEEP
MATTRESS: 10 to 15 inches
- EXTRA
DEEP: 15 inches to as deep as 22 inches
Caring
for Bed Sheet Sets
Most bed sheet sets are machine washable. If you
purchase 100% cotton bed sheets you may want to be more
attentive to their drying cycle. As mentioned, removing them
immediately from the dryer will minimize the wrinkles. Also, be sure to read the manufacturer's
instructions for care.
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Bed
Sheet set Washing
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Wash in cool or lukewarm water that's less than 104 degrees
F.
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Set wash cycle on "gentle"
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Use the extra rinse cycle if available
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Use less detergent -- about half the recommended amount
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Avoid using bleach as it breaks down fabric fibers
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Drying
your Bed Sheet
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Dry bed sheets in the dryer only until they're dry
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Avoid over drying of bed sheets
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Remove bed sheets from the dryer promptly and fold
immediately
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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.
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Pillowcases
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Buy extra pillowcases for any sheet patterns you
particularly love, as these are the pieces that will wear
out the fastest.
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Iron pillowcases for fresh, crisp good looks on your bed.
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Change pillowcases at least twice a week in normal climates,
more often in hot and humid regions.
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Storage
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Have three sets of bed sheets per bed. Use one on the bed,
one in storage, and one in the laundry.
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Rotate the bed sheet sets you use (vs. the sets you store)
frequently so they wear evenly.
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Buy extra bottom sheets for any sheet patterns you
particularly love, as these are the pieces that will wear
out the fastest.
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Change bed sheets once a week in normal climates, more often
in hot and humid regions.
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