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Egyptian cotton is luxurious fabric used to make such household items as bed linens, towels and bathrobes. Its growing conditions and location give Egyptian cotton special properties that are different from other types of cotton.
Geography
Egyptian cotton is grown only in Egypt. The soil conditions and humidity in the Nile River Valley create ideal conditions to grow cotton with long fibers, or staples.
Luxury
The long staples of Egyptian cotton are spun into very fine yarns, finer than shorter cotton staples. They are softer and smoother than average cotton yet strong and durable, especially when woven together.
Thread Count
Items with a thread count of 200 or higher are considered good quality. Egyptian cotton sheets with a 200 thread count will be of better quality and feel softer than other cotton sheets with the same count.
Benefits
Other benefits of purchasing Egyptian cotton include its colorfastness and absorbency. Egyptian cotton is highly absorbent, so when it is dyed, the color is richer and less likely to fade. Bath towels and linens both absorb water better than other cottons.
Identification
Items that use 100 percent Egyptian cotton have a label to distinguish them from cotton products from elsewhere that advertise themselves as Egyptian. The label is a dark triangle (pyramid) with a white cotton plant inside.
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