What is satin?
When we talk about satin, we are not talking about a material as some might think. Instead, we are talking about an atlas weave, which is characterized by its glossy surface and dull back, which is obtained with the special weaving technique.
Satin is one of the finest and densest weaves you can find – and if you didn’t know that satin is a weave, you’ll be surprised when you feel its soft and smooth surface. Satin has an exclusive look and is not only suitable for clothing, but also for bed linen and tablecloths.
What is satin made of?
Satin is made from satin-woven fabrics of either silk, wool or cotton. All our Egyptian cotton bed linen is satin-woven, which makes the quality extra soft, but also durable. If you are looking for a supple and soft bed set, you will get a unique one of a kind when you choose Egyptian cotton bed linen from Nordic Weaving. Then there is no doubt that a good night's sleep is saved!
Satin weave
Satin weave is a weaving technique or a binding technique. Basically, this weaving can be divided into three basic weaves: plain weave, twill weave and satin weave. Of these three weaves, satin weave is the most flexible and soft. The difference between the three weaves is illustrated in the image below:
It is no secret that satin is a smooth weave, which is also very difficult to see. This is because the weft thread runs over 3-5 weft threads before going under 1 weft thread. Then the next weft thread is offset, and it is this method that makes satin completely smooth and the weave almost invisible.
Since there are fewer bonds in the satin weave compared to the other two types of weave, there is a better opportunity to weave more yarns into the product. This results in a denser and softer product. This is where the term thread count (TC) comes from, which indicates the number of threads. However, it is not only the weave that is decisive for the quality of the bed linen. Here, other criteria – such as the thread count (TC) of the bed linen and the quality of the fibers and yarn – are also decisive.
