The Comfort of Egyptian Sheets

Egyptian sheets are some of the most comfortable and durable sheets in the world. Made from the finest Egyptian Cotton, they provide not only physical comfort but stability and luxury, which are often taken for granted. The difference is noticeable when one compares average sheets with Egyptian ones: lower thread counts indicate thinner yet may also mean flimsier sheets. Most Egyptian sheets have thread counts of over 500 and many topping 1,000, making them long-lasting and not easily ripped or stretched.

The history of cotton usage in Egypt is not as old as one might believe. While the plant has certainly been around for thousands of years, people in ancient Egypt did not have the ability to make the quality cotton that we associate with them today until much later and actually used linen more commonly. The modern Egyptian cotton industry was spearheaded by Muhammad Ali Pasha in 1822, after a Frenchman by the name of Jumel convinced him that it could be profitable.

Modern Egyptian cotton is made out of Gossypium Barbadense, also called long staple cotton.  The plant itself produces long silk-like fibers which are used to make high thread count sheets. Most Egyptian sheets are fine imports and can be pricier than average cotton sheets, but the cost is well worth it when one considers the better quality of sleep and fabric they will get by the comfort they offer and the length of time they will last. The sheet colors span the spectrum, from rich Wine Reds and Sage Greens to Airy Blues and Basic Whites.

Why buy itchy sheets or ones that will fall apart in a year or two? Giving Egyptian sheets a try is well worth it for anyone who wants to add a bit of beauty and functionality to their bedding.