I'M BUYING NEW BED LINENS! HOW DO I CARE FOR MY BRAND-NEW EGYPTIAN COTTON SHEETS OR DUVET COVER? The 'Inside-Scoop' on the finest Fine Linens Care, in-depth:

What Water Temperature is Best to Use When Washing My New Egyptian Cotton Sheet Set or Duvet Set?

What temperature is best for your Egyptian Cotton Bedding? Extremely hot temperatures can be devastating to Cottons of all types. Cottons are a natural fiber that allows the body to breathe and are the most sought-after and best fibers for Bedding, particularly fine Egyptian Cotton. Because the fibers are natural, they can also be susceptible to extremely hot temperatures. Wash Egyptian Cotton Sheets and Duvets on cool to mildly warm or warm water, never hot. Do not exceed 104 degrees Fahrenheit. A good rule of thumb is that, if the temperature of the water feels too warm for your hand to remain under the stream, it's too hot for your Fine Linens. Generally speaking, it's best to utilize cooler temperatures when possible. Always err on the side of safety: if you're not sure whether the water feels too hot, set the cycle to the next temperature down. Use a Gentle cycle, which will not be too rough during both the laundering process or spin cycle. Your Sheets and Bedding do not require the same level of agitation required for regular clothing or work shirts. This is particularly important for 100% Egyptian Cotton or Cotton fibers, which are all natural and become damaged when improperly cared for or washed on too high of temperature.

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When washing your Sheets or Duvet Set, always avoid chlorinated bleach at all times. While excellent for pools, chlorine is not necessary for linens and can instead be extremely damaging to natural fibers. Chlorine will additionally destroy the integrity of elastic in your Egyptian Cotton Fitted Sheet, which will render your set useless over time. Though you may not initially notice a difference, chlorine is extremely damaging to natural fibers and particularly with repeated use. Chlorine in chlorinated bleach will destroy Egyptian Cotton and Superfine Cotton fibers, breaking and deteriorating the fibers over time and compromising longevity, drape, sheen and gloss. In fact, use of chlorinated bleach is one of the fastest ways to destroy Fine Linens. Non-chlorinated bleach is safer for your Fine Linens and may be used occasionally, if necessary, with white and ivories however should be avoided on a regular basis. For colors, particularly rich or dark tones, we do not recommend the use of non-chlorinated bleaches.

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What Dryer Temperature is Best to Dry My New Egyptian Cotton Sheet or Duvet Set?

Once the wash cycle is complete, tumble dry your Sheet Set on low or on a light air cycle. Be sure to remove your sheets from the dryer promptly at cycle end, or right prior to, dryer cycle finish. Take care not to unnecessarily over-dry your Sheet Set and never use a high heat temperature, as doing so can ultimately reduce surface sheen over time. Whenever possible, avoid fabric softeners. Most consumers are not aware that both liquid and sheet fabric softeners will actually clog the Egyptian Cotton fabric pores, resulting in reduced luster and gloss of your new Sheet Set. The all-natural fibers of your new Sheet Set will "bloom" with use and launder, becoming smoother and softer over time and granting you years of relaxation and enjoyment.

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