TSM BusinessMuths Summer13:TSM Beauty Myths
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Opulence of Southern Pines Tanda & Neal Jarest
HOW IMPORTANT IS THREAD COUNT? When it comes to long lasting quality sheets, it’s not the thread count that really counts! What you really should be looking for in a soft, durable and well made sheet is the quality of the cotton, itself. If you were to compare a 400 thread count department store sheet with a 200 thread count one of ours, at first they might seem similar, however you would quickly see that thread count alone does not determine the quality. Our linens are made with the longest staple combed cotton in the world coupled with a precise finishing process, which make them feel and fit and last much longer. If you are looking for a true quality sheet, expect to pay about a $1 per thread, for example $600 for a true 600 count. If you are spending less money, you are probably not getting the thread count that you’re paying for. Also, look for important details like double sewn seams and shower cap construction with elastic that runs all the way around on the fitted sheets, not just in the corners. DO YOU NEED TO USE FABRIC SOFTENER FOR SOFT SHEETS? Absolutely not! Because of the long staple cotton that we use, our sheets do get softer over time. We do not recommend the use of fabric softeners, which simply coat the fibers. We suggest that you wash your fine linens in gentle detergents. Do not use bleach, which really breaks down the fibers. We offer a line of LeBlanc Linen Wash that will extend the life of your sheets. WILL ANY BATH SOAP DO? We think you’ll love our fine french milled soaps! They’re baked six times and last two to three months in the shower. Our soaps are all natural and made with essential oils that are so much better for your skin than ordinary bath soap. We have a nice selection of scented soaps from France and Italy.
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