Frette Thread Count Quality FAQ's

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Q: Is Thread Count all that matters when it comes to luxury
      bedding?

A: To understand what creates the softest hand, the finest drape, the most
      lustrous finish, and the world's most luxurious linens,
      you must consider more than just thread count, which is
      a measure of the number of yarns woven into one square 
      inch of fabric. Thread count is important, but it is
      only one part of the story.

Q: What other properties could be as important as thread count?
    

A: Thread count alone is an unreliable indicator of linen quality. Equally
      important are where the cotton is grown, how the sheets
      are woven, and the finish. Experts agree that Egypt is
      the premier source of cotton for linens and that Italian
      weavers like Frette make the world's best sheets.

Q: What is Egyptian Cotton?

A: The world's finest cotton is grown on the banks of the Nile River in Egypt.
      Egyptian cotton is renowned because it yields the
      longest-staple cotton in the world. The quality of the
      yarn is largely a function of the length of the cotton
      fiber. This is because long-staple cotton can be spun
      into a smoother, stronger, and much finer yarn.

Q: Why is Egyptian Cotton superior to others?

A: Egyptian cotton has not gained such a reputation without reason. Egyptian
      cotton IS the world's finest cotton and the following
      characteristics are what sets Egyptian cotton apart from
      other natural fibers:

       ~The length of the fiber makes it 
          possible to make the finest of yarns without sacrificing
          the strength of the yarn

     ~The strength of the fiber makes fabrics more solid and  
        more resistant to stress. ~Its ability to absorb liquids gives fabrics 
        made of Egyptian cotton deeper, brighter and more
        resistant colors ~Its softness feels like nothing else
        in the world

   ~Egyptian cotton is hand picked which
      guarantees the highest levels of purity. In
      addition, hand picking puts no stress on the fibers - as
      opposed to mechanical picking - leaving the fibers
      straight and intact. All these factors have resulted in
      the Egyptian cotton being by far the best cotton in the
      world. Fabrics made of Egyptian Cotton are softer, finer
      and last longer than any other cotton in the world.
      

Q: What's so special about the construction of Frette linens?
     

A: In Italy they are known for enlisting the world's finest spinners,
      weavers, sewers, embroiderers and artisans to craft
      their extraordinary linens. They have relationships with
      the best mills who blend centuries-old history and
      knowledge of their craft with cutting-edge textile
      technologies, looms and facilities. Their creation are
      trade secrets.

Q: Is there a finishing process? If yes, what is it?

A: After the world's  finest cotton has been selected, spun and woven into
      cloth of the very best quality, the process doesn't stop
      there. Most all of Italian Luxury cotton sheets are
      mercerized, a process that helps plump the fibers,
      giving the fabric greater luster and strength.
     

Q: So after all is said and done, what results?

A: The end result of all this care and attention, every step of the way, is a
      difference you can feel, in sheets that are woven with
      the luxury of fine heirlooms. But don't take our word
      for it: feel a Frette sheet for yourself... Trust your
      hand, because nothing feels better than getting into bed
      at night nestled in the world's most luxurious linens.  

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