In the field of hotel linens, the "pure cotton" logo is not uncommon, giving people the illusion of uniform quality. However, in fact, bedding products made of 100% cotton have significant differences in quality and price due to factors such as cotton type and textile technology.

Long staple cotton: excellent quality

According to fiber length, cotton can be divided into long staple cotton, fine staple cotton, and coarse staple cotton. Coarse staple cotton is difficult to use for machine weaving due to its coarse and short fibers. Hotel linens often use long staple cotton and fine staple cotton, among which long staple cotton has superior quality. Long staple cotton fibers are long, strong, and absorbent, making bedding durable and comfortable. In the long staple cotton family, Egyptian long staple cotton is considered noble. It is mainly produced in the Nile River Basin and is a high-quality textile material that has been used for thousands of years. The fabric is dense and delicate, with good toughness, breathability and no sweat, and its quick drying performance far exceeds that of ordinary cotton fabrics. But due to its limited production and being monopolized by big brands, the price is high. Some low-priced "Egyptian long staple cotton" bedding products on the market often use Egyptian long staple cotton varieties grown in China, which have different quality from those originating in Egypt. Xinjiang long staple cotton is also a leader in long staple cotton. As a representative of high-quality cotton in China, it is mainly produced in Turpan Basin, Akesu and other places in Xinjiang, with various quality indicators exceeding national standards, and is commonly used for high-grade cotton fabrics.

Fine velvet cotton: widely used

Compared to long staple cotton, fine staple cotton is more common and widely used in various hotel linens. Although not as good as long staple cotton in terms of fiber length and strength, fine staple cotton is affordable and can meet the cost-effectiveness needs of hotels. It is widely used in mid to low end hotels.

Combed cotton: craftsmanship improves quality

Combed cotton is named after the spinning process. When spinning, the combing machine removes short fibers of less than 1cm from cotton fibers, leaving behind long and neat fibers, achieving combed cotton. Combed cotton has a good luster, high grade, and is not prone to pilling. Compared to ordinary cotton, its quality is significantly improved. It is commonly used in high-end hotel linens to provide guests with a better sleep experience.

Washed cotton: unique style

There are two types of washed cotton: natural cotton and synthetic fabrics. Natural cotton washed cotton is made from cotton fabric as raw material. After special treatment, the surface color tone and luster of the fabric are soft, the hand feel is soft, with slight wrinkles, showing the texture of old materials. The price is slightly higher than that of ordinary pure cotton products. Chemical fiber washed cotton is mainly made of polyester, utilizing its good insulation, environmentally friendly and non-toxic characteristics to create a cost-effective product, commonly found in the popular four piece set online. The unique style of washed cotton in hotel linens can create a unique atmosphere for the hotel.

Tianzhu cotton: outstanding characteristics

Tianzhu cotton, also known as bamboo cotton, is named after its weaving process. The fabric has a bamboo like texture and a linen like feel, with better breathability and sweat absorption than ordinary plain cotton fabrics. It also has high breathability, stretch resistance, high moisture absorption and other characteristics, providing guests with a dry and comfortable sleeping experience. It has been applied in some hotels that focus on unique experiences.

In addition to the type of cotton and textile technology, bedding prices are also influenced by other factors. The weaving density and weaving process are key factors. For example, 60 pieces of satin represent the thickness of 60 meters woven from one gram of cotton. The higher the count, the finer the thread, and the finer and softer the fabric; Gongsatin is a weaving technique, and different weaving techniques give bedding different appearances and textures. The general number of bedding products is concentrated between 40 and 60, while high-end bedding products can reach 80 or 100. In addition, brand, production scale, sales channels, etc. can also have an impact on prices. Big brands have higher prices due to brand premium and quality control; Large scale production can reduce costs and offer relatively affordable prices; The cost differences of different sales channels will also be reflected in prices.

Although the hotel linen bedding is made of 100% cotton, there are significant differences in cotton varieties, craftsmanship, prices, and other aspects. When choosing linens, hotels need to comprehensively consider their own positioning, guest needs, cost budget, and other factors, weigh the pros and cons, and select products with high cost-effectiveness that can improve guest satisfaction. At the same time, consumers can also use this knowledge to better experience the differences in the quality of hotel linens and enjoy a higher quality accommodation experience when checking into hotels.