Luxury hotel-quality Egyptian cotton bed linen for your own bedroom?

Most people name overnight stays in luxury hotel beds as the ultimate sleeping experience. A bed so comfortable and bed linen so heavenly that you don't want to get out. Egyptian cotton is regarded as one of the highest-quality and most luxurious raw materials for textiles in the world. That is why it is a popular choice for bed linen in five-star hotels. With bed linen from DOUXE you can enjoy this luxury hotel quality at home too. Egyptian cotton is perceived as soft and durable. DOUXE bed linen is made with 100% certified Egyptian cotton.

What is Egyptian cotton?

Egyptian cotton stands out from other types of cotton because it feels wonderfully soft and lasts a long time. Egyptian cotton comes from the Gossypium Barbadense cotton species and is characterised by having one of the longest natural fibres in the world. These long fibres produce a flexible, unbroken yarn. Egyptian cotton is therefore extra strong, very durable and feels very soft.

What is the secret of Egyptian cotton?

The unique climate

The climate, the fibre and the production process give Egyptian cotton its unique softness and superior quality. As the name suggests, Egyptian cotton comes from... Egypt! The fibres used for Egyptian cotton can only grow in a specific climate. The Nile Delta, with its moist, rich soil, many hours of sunshine and cool nights, offers the perfect habitat for this. This enormously fertile region gives the cotton plants ideal growing conditions and provides them with a constant supply of nutrients. As a result, the fibres in the plants grow faster and, above all, longer.

The long fibres

The extra long fibre is what distinguishes Egyptian cotton from regular cotton. This (extra) long fibre is in fact a super strong and incredibly soft fibre. The longer the fibre grows, the thinner and smoother it becomes. Various steps in the production process then provide the ideal conditions for a soft, pure end product of top quality. Egyptian cotton is picked by hand, which means that the cotton fibres are selected with great care and are less likely to break. This ultimately has a positive effect on the quality of the cotton. The cotton fibres are then combed, so that loose fibres and particles are removed. After that the cotton is spun into yarn without any impurities. A very important process. Cotton that has not been spun properly contains impurities that remain visible in the fabric of the end product. Over time, these impurities detract from the quality of the material and the fabric starts to pill. The quality of the fabric also depends to a large extent on the number of threads used.

The refined production process

Unlike champagne, Egyptian cotton does not have a ‘seal of approval’ that you can earn. As a result, there is widespread abuse by producers who label their cotton as Egyptian cotton but do not offer the quality and benefits of pure Egyptian cotton. The Egyptian Cotton Association guarantees the authenticity of Egyptian cotton by verifying all products that claim the Egyptian cotton label with a ‘DNA certification process’. Naturally, all DOUXE Egyptian cotton products are 100% DNA certified and may therefore carry the Egyptian Cotton™ trademark.

What makes our Egyptian cotton bed linen hotel quality?

DOUXE is originally a hotel brand that supplies the finest hotels. Our team of young professionals knows what is happening in the world of sleep. We take inspiration from leading international hotels and use the most beautiful natural materials, such as 100% Egyptian cotton. It is our mission to bring the real hotel feeling into your home and offer you a heavenly sleeping experience.
Many manufacturers add softeners, which makes products look beautiful and soft at first glance, but feel coarse and rough after only a few washes. With Egyptian cotton it is exactly the other way round. With every wash, Egyptian cotton actually becomes softer and more supple. DOUXE Egyptian cotton bed linen is made in Portugal from 100% certified Egyptian cotton. With this high quality, DOUXE bed linen offers a lasting, ultimate five-star feeling. A good night's sleep is in prospect with these beautiful duvet cover sets. Tested time and again in the best hotels.

Why Egyptian cotton?

For many centuries, Egyptian cotton has been known as the best cotton in the world. The soft and strong quality of Egyptian cotton bed linen can be felt immediately and is unlike any other. The length of the Egyptian cotton fibre makes it possible to make the finest yarns without sacrificing the strength of the yarn. This makes the fabric sturdier and your bed linen lasts longer. Bed linen made of Egyptian cotton contributes to a comfortable night's sleep and gives the bedroom a luxurious look.

Certified Egyptian cotton

DOUXE bed linen is made in Portugal from certified Egyptian cotton. All DOUXE Egyptian cotton products carry the quality mark of the Egyptian Cotton Association. This quality mark guarantees cotton of superior quality that has been grown in Egypt. It is the only cotton that is guaranteed to be hand-picked, so the cotton stays stronger for longer, however often you wash it.

What is percale Egyptian cotton?

Percale has a ‘simple’ weave. This gives it a matt look and a cool, crisp feel. It is airy, it breathes and it absorbs moisture. Ideal for summer or for people who get warm quickly when they sleep. Percale feels fresh and cooling and, thanks to the matt finish, has a more casual look. DOUXE percale gets better with every wash. The benefits of percale are:

• The real ‘crispy sheets’ hotel feeling;
• The breathability (cooling effect);
• The casual/matt look.

What is the quality of Egyptian cotton?

For duvet covers, the ‘Thread Count’ (TC) is a good measure of quality. As a rule: the more threads, the better the quality; the fabric then feels softer and lasts much longer.

What is a Thread Count (TC)?

The quality of Egyptian cotton fabrics depends to a certain extent on the number of horizontal and vertical threads used per square inch (1 inch = 2.54 cm), the so-called ‘Thread Count’, abbreviated to TC. The higher the TC, the finer the yarn and the denser the fabric. This benefits the quality of the fabric and also gives a softer, more luxurious fabric. Woven Egyptian cotton, regardless of the TC, will always be softer and smoother than the average duvet cover.

The quality of Egyptian cotton fabrics depends to a certain extent on the number of horizontal and vertical threads used per square inch (1 inch = 2.54 cm), the so-called ‘Thread Count’, abbreviated to TC. The higher the TC, the finer the yarn and the denser the fabric. This benefits the quality of the fabric and also gives a softer, more luxurious fabric. Woven Egyptian cotton, regardless of the TC, will always be softer and smoother than the average duvet cover.

What are the benefits of Egyptian cotton?

The benefits of Egyptian cotton are:

• An Egyptian cotton fabric feels incomparably luxurious and soft.
• The fibres of Egyptian cotton are among the longest in the world, which gives you a beautifully even and durable fabric.
• Egyptian cotton absorbs moisture well, which contributes to a comfortable night's sleep.
• Egyptian cotton brings the luxury hotel feeling into your home.

How do I care for my Egyptian cotton duvet cover set?

To care for your Egyptian cotton duvet cover, we recommend:

• Washing at a maximum of 40 degrees;
• Not using fabric softener or bleach;
• Choosing a gentle washing programme;
• Letting the fabric air dry instead of using the dryer;
• Choosing a low temperature when ironing
  
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