We are spoiled for choice when deciding which high-quality, locally made bed sheets to buy. If you are searching for 100% cotton bed sheets that offer the best night’s sleep, the choice between Egyptian cotton and regular cotton might not seem so simple.

In this blog post, we take a closer look at the best cotton for bed sheets to help you decide.

Regular Cotton Bed Sheets

Cotton is a popular choice for manufacturing sheets and other bed linen. Regular cotton bedding is readily available, has good durability and allows air to circulate, which helps you stay comfortable through the night.

Egyptian Cotton Bed Sheets

Egyptian cotton, as the name suggests, is made from cotton plants grown in Egypt’s fertile Nile River Valley. The unusual conditions in this area result in cotton plants growing extra-long fibres that are especially soft and durable. These fibres give Egyptian cotton bedding additional benefits, like its luxurious feel.

Egyptian Cotton Vs Regular Cotton 

Let us compare these two products across a few key material characteristics:

• Softness: Egyptian cotton feels significantly softer against your skin. If you have had the pleasure of sleeping in Egyptian cotton bedding, you will have felt the difference.
• Durability: All cotton bedding is durable, but Egyptian cotton is used to make premium cotton fitted sheets and bedding in South Africa, along with a wide range of other bedding products like duvet covers and pillowcases. Egyptian cotton is more resistant to tearing and offers better wear over time.
• Breathability: Cotton bedding all has good breathability properties; however, the weave of Egyptian cotton lends itself to better breathability overall.
• Price: Regular cotton sheets usually cost less, but despite their initial higher cost, Egyptian cotton sheets provide better value for money in the long run. And there is no denying that you will get a better night’s sleep in Egyptian cotton!

How to Choose?

When choosing the best option for your bedding needs, you will have to consider the following:

• Your budget: If cost is of primary concern to you, regular cotton bedding offers comfort and durability you can count on, no matter which region of South Africa you live in.
• Your priorities: Choosing Egyptian cotton is the way to go if you prioritise comfort over cost. You will have to invest more initially, but the luxurious feel makes it all worth it from the very first sleep.

Browse our range of 100% Egyptian cotton and regular cotton linen, from fitted sheets to pillowcases, and find a fine selection to suit your pocket and your priorities.