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History of Egyptian Cotton
Egyptian cotton is a term applied to the extra long staple cotton produced in Egypt. Ironically, this cotton species is the same as the Native American species, and was introduced by Mohammad Ali Pasha in the early nineteenth century. During the American Civil War, Europeans purchased their cotton from Egypt, and the cotton became an important part of producing clothing in Europe. Earlier Egyptian peoples made their clothing from linen.
In recent years, Egyptian cotton has recognized a meteoric rise in popularity, particularly when it comes to bedding. Egyptian cotton is often associated with luxury and high class brands in modern times, with king Egyptian cotton sheets in constant demand for their warmth and incredible breathability.
In recent years, Egyptian cotton has been the talk of the bedding industry. Still, the question remains: What makes one type of cotton superior to another? The answer is relatively simple. While domestically grown cotton is fine for clothing and towels, it just doesn’t compare in terms of softness and durability. In order to fully understand the difference, you’ll need to look at the material at the fiber level.
An Egyptian cotton sheet set features long-staple cotton fibers, which are naturally soft and strong. Domestic fibers are shorter and scratchier. The same is true of facial hair. Short stubble is scratchy, while a long, luxurious beard is feather-soft. It’s no wonder, then, that cotton grown in the fertile Nile River valley with long-staple fibers remains the king of the bedding industry