On bed sheets, what does thread count mean?

Question

Obviousl more is better, I am assuming, but what is a decent thread count?

Answer 1

Thread count is a measure of number of threads (woven into the fabric) per unit of area. I believe it's number of threads per square inch. A higher thread count means that there are more threads per square inch, and therefore the threads are thinner, which makes the sheets feel softer and more comfortable.

Answer 2

Higher is softer. 200 is like a bed in a bag or cheap sheet set. Anything lower is stiff and really way too rough. 350-400 is pretty good. Higher than that is total luxury. But thread count is not the only factor. Egyptian cotton is softer so a lower thread count in that could be softer than a higher one in other fabrics. Most bedding departments that sell higher thread counts have little swatches you can feel. See what you like best.

Good luck!

Answer 3

The thread means how many threads per square inch . The more the finer the fabric For a sheet 140 is probably the lowest count and 180 is a smoother material, beyond that 200 and 300 get rather luxurious.

Answer 4

The higher the count the more tightly woven the fabric. I never buy anything less than 200. (at the least and it better be a pattern I LOVE)

Answer 5

the more the count the better the sheet the higher the count the better the it is OK the softness.texture quality

Answer 6

200 at LEAST! i like my 420 thread count sheets. most people don't buy 600-800 thread count sheets... that is not standard, but above.

Answer 7

It means the higher the number the better quality and the more soft it is. Comfort baby comfort!!!!!

Answer 8

HIGHER THE BETTER (600-800) IS A GOOD COUNT~GOOD LUCK~

Answer 9

the higher the better!

Answer 10

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