Egyptian Cotton
Posted in Home Decor Candles on 09/03/2008 12:34 pm by admin
Types of Cotton
Different types and kinds of cotton are commercially grown in various parts of the world. The basic characteristics of types of cotton may vary. These variations in different cotton fibers occur because of the growing conditions including soil, climate, fertilizers etc.
Kinds of cotton are grown on a large scale for use in home furnishings, textiles, apparels and industrial applications.
Quality
The quality of various cotton fibers is determined and depends on:
• Color or the degree of whiteness
• Length or the staple
• Fineness of fiber
Major Kinds of Cotton
Different types of cotton is often identified by the name of the region or the country where it is produced. Some of the most popular types are:
• American Pima: This popular type of cotton is grown in Texas, New Mexico, Arizona and Southern California. . The fiber if fine, strong, silky, lustrous and creamy white in color. The cotton type is widely used for different kinds of apparel and home furnishing fabrics.
• Egyptian Cotton: This type of cotton fiber is light brown in color, fine, strong and widely sold all over the world. It is used in applications where fine and strong yarns are required. Egyptian cotton is often used for manufacturing bead sheets, cushion covers etc.
• Asiatic Cotton: This type of fine quality cotton is produced in countries like India, China and the Near east. The cotton is often used for apparel home furnishing and surgical supplies.
• Upland Cotton: This type of cotton in widely grown in different parts of America. It is often used wholly or as a component of blend with man made fibers, for use in different industries.
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Cotton Print Cream Egyptian Cotton $7.99 100% CottonMachine Wash ColdDelicate CycleNo Chlorine Bleach Tumble Dry LowRemove Promptly45 In. wideSold in whole Yd. increments 10 Yd. boltMade in ThailandConsidered the finest grade of cotton with the longest fibers resulting in an exceptionally soft and luxurious fabric and hand. Egyptian cotton also has a higher absorbency than traditional cotton. A luxurious choice for quilts sheets apparel or craft projects! |
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Cotton Print Hunter Egyptian Cotton $7.99 100% CottonMachine Wash ColdDelicate CycleNo Chlorine Bleach Tumble Dry LowRemove Promptly45 In. wideSold in whole Yd. increments 10 Yd. boltMade in ThailandConsidered the finest grade of cotton with the longest fibers resulting in an exceptionally soft and luxurious fabric and hand. Egyptian cotton also has a higher absorbency than traditional cotton. A luxurious choice for quilts sheets apparel or craft projects! |
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Cotton Print White Egyptian Cotton $7.99 100% CottonMachine Wash ColdDelicate CycleNo Chlorine Bleach Tumble Dry LowRemove Promptly45 In. wideSold in whole Yd. increments 10 Yd. boltMade in ThailandConsidered the finest grade of cotton with the longest fibers resulting in an exceptionally soft and luxurious fabric and hand. Egyptian cotton also has a higher absorbency than traditional cotton. A luxurious choice for quilts sheets apparel or craft projects! |
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Cotton Print Black Egyptian Cotton $7.99 100% CottonMachine Wash ColdDelicate CycleNo Chlorine Bleach Tumble Dry LowRemove Promptly45 In. wideSold in whole Yd. increments 10 Yd. boltMade in ThailandConsidered the finest grade of cotton with the longest fibers resulting in an exceptionally soft and luxurious fabric and hand. Egyptian cotton also has a higher absorbency than traditional cotton. A luxurious choice for quilts sheets apparel or craft projects! |
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Luxury Marlin Egyptian Cotton Towel Set $49.99 Luxury Marlin Egyptian Cotton Towel Set Luxury Marlin Egyptian Cotton 3 Piece Towel Set, each 100% Egyptian cotton. Bath Towel - 30" X 56" Hand Towel - 16" X 30" Wash Cloth - 13" X 13" This towel set is the ultimate in Egyptian cotton Towels. The Bath towel and Hand Towels are embroidered with the Marlin design. All embroidery artwork is uniquely sewn. The threads are uncommonly silky and extraordinarily strong and smooth running. |
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Kensington Egyptian European Cotton Stable Sheet 7 $99.99 Kensington Egyptian Cotton European Cut Show Sheet This European Cut Egyptian cotton blend show sheet will withstand everyday wear and tear from your horse and still look new. The Egyptian cotton blend is pre-shrunk, colorfast and can be washed weekly. The sheet includes nylon lined shoulders, detachable elastic leg straps, criss-cross 2" bell straps with snaps and dees, shoulder gusset, and tail piece. For your performance horse, the brushed Egyptian cotton will also wick away moisture. |
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Kensington Egyptian European Cotton Stable Sheet 8 $99.99 Kensington Egyptian Cotton European Cut Show Sheet This European Cut Egyptian cotton blend show sheet will withstand everyday wear and tear from your horse and still look new. The Egyptian cotton blend is pre-shrunk, colorfast and can be washed weekly. The sheet includes nylon lined shoulders, detachable elastic leg straps, criss-cross 2" bell straps with snaps and dees, shoulder gusset, and tail piece. For your performance horse, the brushed Egyptian cotton will also wick away moisture. |