Thread Count in Bed Sheets refers to the number of horizontal and vertical threads in one square inch of fabric. You will see thread count referred to with a number followed by tc such as 200tc,300tc and 600tc . A 200tc or 200 thread count bed linen means there are 200 threads per one square inch of fabric.
Bed sheets with 200 thread counts and above are considered to be of good quality. However while selecting the bedlinen in addition to thread counts one should also consider the quality of fibers of cotton used, weave and finish of the fabric.
If you like heavier sheets with a sumptuously silk feel then you might go of our 600 thread count heavenly sheets.
The luxury resorts and most hotels prefer our 300 thread count luxury sheeting for its durability and crispness.
If you prefer something a bit light weight and airy, even a 200 thread count premium sheeting will be a good choice.
The type of weave and quality of the cotton or other materials used makes a much bigger difference than the thread count number.
According to Consumer Reports Magazine, cotton sheets with a thread count of 200 and above are durable and provide satisfactory comfort. From our personal experience we have seen that 200 to 600 thread count feels the best and lasts the longest. Sheets under 180 thread count tend to pile with wear and become scratchy to the skin. Sheets above 600 thread count don't have much difference in the quality however the price charged for it is exorbitantly high.
However at the end the choice between the various thread counts will always come down to what feels good to you and your skin.