Everyone is talking about thread count. Here, we reveal why this trend is by no means the only decisive factor in determining the quality of bedroom textiles and why, at Formesse, knitted facts play a fundamental role in ensuring exquisite comfort.
When it comes to thread count, more is more
Translated literally, “thread count” means the number of threads – and that is exactly what this textile measurement unit is all about: the number of threads running horizontally and vertically per square centimetre. When it comes to thread count (TC), more is more. The higher the number, the more threads have been processed and the softer and smoother the material feels, the more stable it is and the more ‘body’ the fabric has.
That sounds good and like the result of a simple calculation; in short, thread count sounds like the ultimate formula for high-quality bedroom textiles. This raises the question of why TC is not ‘taken into account’ in the manufacture of Formesse jersey fitted sheets.
Woven fabric is not the same as knitted fabric
The difference lies in the manufacturing process.
Woven fabric = relatively inelastic fabric. Used for tablecloths, curtains, bed linen, etc.
Knitted (jersey) fabric = elastic fabric. Used for T-shirts and fitted sheets, etc.
Since our jersey fitted sheets are knitted (and not woven), the TC simply cannot be applied to them. The quality of our knitted fabrics is determined by factors such as the length of the cotton fibres (the longer, the better), the quality of the yarn or thread (the aim is high tear resistance and no pilling), the density and shape of the stitches, the elasticity of the fabric and the amount of yarn used, i.e. the amount of thread knitted into the fabric. The more yarn is knitted, the heavier, more opaque and more durable the fabric becomes. And all of the above goes into our fitted sheets!
The advantages of our covers
In addition to transparent manufacturing conditions in German production facilities and the use of very high-quality raw materials, the special, innovative jersey knit is a decisive quality feature of our fitted sheets. The ingenious combination of (twisted) arns and a small amount of elastane allows the sheet to be stretched very wide, so that it lies nicely on and under the corners. The sheet then nestles tightly and wrinkle-free around the mattress. Elasticity meets resilience – a strong combination that even jumping children cannot disturb or crease.
Our fitted sheets never lose their elasticity. In contrast to a high thread count, which can lead to heavy and less breathable textiles, our knitted goods are particularly breathable due to their raw materials and knitting technique.
The purpose determines the means
Fitted sheets and bed linen are two different types of bedding and can therefore only be compared to a limited extent. Bed linen – for pillows and duvets – should usually not be elastic and is therefore made of woven fabrics, the quality of which can be ssessed using the TC. However, woven fitted sheets are still being produced. Woven sheets such as percale are often used in the hotel industry because they are suitable for boiling and can be easily mangled or ironed. The result is a crisper feel, which some people prefer.
But if you like things uncomplicated and soft, if you want to lie on wrinkle-free sheets without having to iron them first and wake up in the morning on a perfectly fitting fitted sheet, then a jersey fitted sheet from Formesse is the right choice for you.
And if you want to jump around on it, that goes without saying.