ELITE LINENS,
Inc.
Phone: 1-866-373-0912 Fax: (336)329-8103
Email: linens@triad.rr.com
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions and Product Information
Supima Cotton: In 1912, the first commercial crop of Pima
cotton, named for local Indians, was harvested in America's Southwest. It was the
result of combining Egyptian cotton and the cotton grown by the Pima Indians, creating an
extra long staple acknowledged as the finest in the world. In addition to a silky
hand and outstanding wear characteristic, Pima cotton is up to 30% stronger
than other domestically grown cottons. Its longer staple length imparts ultra-fine
softness and longer wear. For the highest quality look for the Supima Cotton label.
This is the registered trademark for Pima cotton grown in the U.S. Only
products made from 100% Supima Cotton can carry the label, so you are assured of soft,
long lasting quality.
Egyptian Cotton: Egyptian cotton, grown in the Nile Valley,
is another long staple fiber famous for its lush feel and soft drape. It is often
blended with lower grade cottons, so look for 100% Egyptian to get the ultimate quality.
Thread count is the single most important point consumers should understand about sheets and the manufacturing process. As a general rule, it is safe to say that the higher the thread count means a better quality sheet. Thread count represents the number of threads woven into each square inch of fabric. Usually, the higher the thread count the smoother the surface of the fabric. Because they utilize finer yarns using more material, higher thread count sheets tend to be more expensive. However, higher thread counts extend the life of the fabric, so you may end up saving money in the long run by replacing your sheets less often.
Cotton Sateen: Cotton sateen is named for the satin type
weave of this 100% cotton fabric. A special weaving process is used to place more
lengthwise yarns on the surface of the fabric for a shiny look and very soft feel.
Cotton sateens are generally very durable.
Percale: A minimum thread count of 180 is required to be
classified as percale. Perhaps the most well-known word associated with sheets,
percale is soft, durable and long-lasting.
To measure bedskirt length begin at the top of the box spring and measure to the floor.
In todays world of mattress selections, you may purchase or own a mattress that
may be from six (6) inches to eighteen (18) inches thick. The thickness of your
mattress can affect the sheets, mattress pad and your comforter or bedspread in
"fitting" your bed correctly. Bed in a bag products are not recommended
for extra thick mattresses. The higher quality sheets, mattress pads, comforters and
bedspreads are usually made more generous in size to fit the extra thick mattresses.
Standard bed sizes: Twin
39"x75" Queen
60"x80"
Twin XL(Extra Long) 39"x80"
King
78"x80"
Full
54"x75" California King
72"x84"
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Mattress pads are more than just a protective cover to extend the life of your expensive mattress. They also keep your mattress clean and dry, ultimately increasing your comfort for a good night's sleep. While your mattress fabric is made of polyester, a mattress pad made of 100% cotton will be your best choice. Cotton mattress pads provide moisture absorbing characteristics for maximum comfort. Mattress pads provide extra soft comfort with a generous addition of polyester batting, quilted for support to your body. A mattress pad not only provides comfort, but it also protects your investment, and is machine washable for easy care.
The drying capacity of a towel is a function of the absorbency of the yarns and the density of the terry or number of loops per square inch. The loops in a towel "brush off" water from the body like a squeegee from a window. More loops of cotton per square inch mean a greater surface area for the cotton loops to absorb moisture, making you feel drier. By using finer yarns, manufacturers can weave more loops. The height of the individual loops also contributes to the density of the surface area and increases a towel's ability to dry. Weight can be misleading. A heavy towel may be made with coarse yarns providing fewer loops and less absorbancy. Sheared towels are terry towels in which the terry loops are sheared off on one side. Since these "velour" type towels remove the loops that dry, they are often criticized because they don't dry well. Their velvet surfaces may be soft, but absorbancy is sacrificed.