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Deceptive Advertising Thread Counts

By travels, published Apr 18, 2006
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Thread count measure how many threads lengthwise and widthwise are woven, on one square inch of fabric. As well, thread count is the number of threads going each way, in one square inch of fabric. Thread Count ranges 80 to 1,200. Improvements in spinning and milling technologies have increased the number of thread counts, per square inch. High thread count accounts for more densely woven fabric that lasts longer, and feels softer. However, linen, flannel, and jersey have a low thread count

Takeaways
  • Thread Count ranges 80 to 1,200.
  • A high thread count sheets will increase the softness and luster, after a number of washings.
  • Federal Trade Commission is concerned that manufactures are not accounting for individual yarn piles
Did You Know?
Reported in 1999 Trade publication Home Furnishings News, Americans spend more than $2 billion in a year on sheets.
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