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Unlike cotton sheets, the strength of linen lies in its loose weave. Because flax has its own structure, there is little need for densely knit threads to produce a smooth fabric. As such, linen never depends on thread count as a measure of quality. Most linen fabrics have a thread count of around 80 – 150, a much lower range than cotton sheets.

Percale refers to the type of cotton weave used to construct the sheet and consists of a traditional criss-cross pattern of one thread over and one thread under.

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To get the best night's sleep possible, you need bedding tailored to your specific sleeping type. While a duvet and comforter may be similar in appearance, the duvet is a distinct top layer that can easily be swapped out each season. Because it is a covering, duvet covers are often mistaken with other types of bedding, just like bedsheets are.

To help simplify your search, we have compiled the ultimate guide to bed sheets. We have tested tons of sheets here at Sleepopolis (check out our favorites on ourbest sheetspage!) and we are bringing that hands-on knowledge to you. 

Pima cotton is a rare type of cotton fiber grown in Peru, Australia, and the US. A relative of the Egyptian cotton plant, Pima cotton boasts of extra-long fibers - up to 50% longer than average - coming from the fluffiest part of the plant. Pima cotton bed sheets are known to be durable yet resistant to wrinkles.

However, excessive thread counts mean little if the fibers used are of low quality. Extra long staple cotton for beddings is best to maintain the durability of cotton fabrics. This ensures cotton bed sheets will not fray, wrinkle or pill easily after a few tumbles in the wash.