All fabrics are typically classified by thread count or the number of threads per inch. Before buying new bedding, learn something about thread counts first. Thread count is the quantity of horizontal and vertical threads in every one square inch of fabric. They can range from two to four figures.

Generally, the higher the thread count, the softer the fabric will feel. Sheets with higher thread counts are usually more expensive. When choosing Egyptian cotton linens, the middle ground rests on 800 thread count sheets. They are softer than those with 300 and 600 thread counts but are less expensive than the 1000 and 1200 ones.