Should you consider thread count in Luxury organic cotton bed sheets?

Unlike what many people believe, thread count is not an indication that you are buying the best quality of organic cotton king size sheets. The thread count refers to the number of yarns that are in each square meter. This is a falsified way of determining the quality of your organic cotton sheets queen size. In the same way where we attach names such as organic or low-fat food, retailers of linen usually use this in showing that their products are of the highest quality. This started in the 1990s and by early 2000s; this had gotten to some new levels. However, there are experts who suggest that the thread count is just promotional and it does not represent quality at all. However, we cannot deny that many customers have bought the idea and seem stuck with it.

What options are there?

Rather than relying on the thread count alone when we are buying that excellent sheet, there are other factors that we will need to consider. These include:

• Fiber. This is one of the materials that are used in making cotton sheets and it would be a good idea to select a fiber that is longer. This is because longer fibers are usually ideal as when spinning the yarn, it will provide you with strength and thus there will be less piling. The best type of cotton is Egyptian cotton and this usually has longer fiber. This is what is used in making organic cotton sheets queen size. Some of the other good qualities fibers that you need to look for are supima and pima, cotton polyster and bamboo.
• Weave. The weave affects how the sheets feel, how it looks, and the period of time that it is able to last. This also affects the price of the sheet. While there are different kinds of weaves, the percale weave is usually the most prominent. Not only is it balanced but it also comes with a cooler and crisper weave. Another great option is the Sateen weave as this usually has a softer feel and is a bit warmer as compared to percale.
• Don’t be cheated by number. Even where a sheet has a high thread count, it is possible that this number was inflated. This is usually done during the process of making the sheet to use a low-quality thread or construction.

The general rule of thumb is that you should buy a thread count that is above 200. Anything that is above 800 wouldn’t matter.

Organic Cotton Sheets which are Affordable and Fair Trade Certified

When most people hear the term “organic” they immediately think “expensive”. But here at SOL, we pride ourselves on creating luxury organic cotton sheets and products that are affordable. We believe that by promoting access, it grows the demand, which increases the supply thus lowering the price point. People will buy more organic cotton if the price barrier was removed. This is why we understand that a fair price is the key while abiding by fair trade practices.

Fair Trade Practices You Can Respect
Over 40 million small farmers produce over 60% of the world’s cotton (read more HERE).

The majority of these individuals lives below the poverty line and are dependent on middlemen who purchase their cotton below the cost it takes to produce.

Buying organic cotton sheets made with fair trade cotton means having the highest of quality while at the same time helping low paid cotton farmers around the world receive a fair price for their work. Fair trade deals with the small-scale farmers in Africa, Asia and Latin America and assists in building organizations that are farmer owned.
 

This is important to note because when they band together as a group they can achieve more in their wage negotiations. When you support fair trade practices you are encouraging sustainable cotton production with a standard of economic benefits.

Here at SOL we pride ourselves in streamlining our supply chain and operational costs to provide you with affordable organic cotton sheets that make a difference in the world. We offer you a price better than others while at the same time providing you with the highest quality.

A Price You Can Afford

The quality of our organic cotton sheets is on par with high-end luxury bed sheets, however, we are able to offer them at a reasonable price. We ensure the integrity of our supply chain, from the cotton being grown and harvested on a fair trade farm, to the manufacturing of the product at a fair trade factory.

This social and environmental change is dependent upon our customers and their abilities in spreading the word. This can be done by sharing your love for our products with friends and family members or sharing our message online. You have the power to create a better life for others across the world based on your buying decision.

Our choices do make a difference. They inspire change.