The length of the fibers significantly impacts the longevity of your sheets and how quickly they may begin to pill. “Thread count aside, fiber length is a vital aspect of durability,” states Akshay Bahl, CEO of Delara Home. “Long-staple cotton varieties, such as Egyptian, Pima, or Supima cotton, produce sheets that are stronger, softer, and more durable, featuring fewer exposed fiber ends, which helps decrease pilling over time. Conversely, short-staple cotton breaks down more rapidly, resulting in coarser textures and reduced longevity.”
Temperature Consideration
Photograph: Nena Farrell
