The History of Egyptian Cotton
When you hear the term “Egyptian Cotton” we would not be surprised if you thought of luxury, silky cotton, high thread count,
and of some of the best bedding around. But it’s not an overnight success. Egyptian cotton has been around for a long time and is set to
be a favourite and sustainable fabric of the future.
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Origins in the River Nile delta
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As you might expect from its name, Egyptian cotton™ comes from the fertile north African banks of the river Nile. Having been grown to create
fabrics, the plant has grown easily in Egypt, but it didn’t start international commercial production until the beginning of the 19th century. Louis Alexis Jumel, a Frenchman, began the cultivation and development of a uniquely Egyptian variety with longer fibres which spun into a superior soft yarn.
With the ruler of Egypt, Muhammad Ali Pasha, backing him, production took off, spreading across the country and eventually becoming responsible
for more than 93% of Egypt’s income by the end of the century.
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Egyptian Cotton in Europe
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Cotton has been grown in Asia, Africa and the Americas for many centuries but by the middle of the 19th century, production in the US had been heavily impacted by the US War of Independence, meaning that European cotton manufacturers had to find quality cotton elsewhere.
The manufacturers turned to Egypt.
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The demand for cotton which resembled silk pushed up the prices and the addition of the Suez Canal and Aswan Dam brought Egypt one
of the most successful and lucrative businesses in the world.
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​Why is Egyptian Cotton the best?
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If you buy sheets made with Egyptian Cotton™, you will see how it differs from the more common varieties. Its longer, finer fibres can be spun
into a yarn with a much smaller diameter and the fibres are at least 1⅜ inch long. This means that the resulting fabric will be smoother, silkier,
and lighter. Being porous, Egyptian Cotton™ yarn absorbs more liquids meaning that the dying process gives more vibrant colours and remain
bright throughout the lifetime of the fabric.
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A lighter fabric also means that it is extremely comfortable to wear and sleep in. A more superior, breathable, sustainable, strong and
natural material with all the luxury and softness of a high-end product.
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The manufacturers producing our Egyptian cotton sheets and towels are all accredited by the Cotton Egypt Association certified as producing a product of genuine Giza Egyptian cotton. The certainty of true Egyptian Giza comes with all products manufactured in Egyptian nationalised industries.
We check our suppliers regularly to ensure that our Egyptian Cotton™ is just that, 100%. Some suppliers blend the cotton varieties which can degrade its quality but we use our lab to check and ensure that you get only the purest and highest quality Egyptian Cotton™.
Egyptian Cotton™ has been a favourite throughout the world for generations. Beautifully soft and silky, it shouts luxury and comfort. All our raw materials can be traced to source in Egypt and 100% Egyptian Cotton™
FACTORIES & MANUFACTURE
Egypt’s leading global position in home textile manufacturing is cemented in the creation of the most sophisticated
machinery base aligned to centuries of textile knowledge producing product with the finest cotton that exists, Egyptian Giza Cotton.
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Supported by the largest spinning mill facilities on any integrated manufacturing site.
The compilation of Itema, Picanol and Toyota for weaving combines the strengths of 3 major loom manufacturers.
The Itema R9500 is considered the most versatile rapier machine which starts within 1 pick to full speed.
Equipped with the winning combination of the SK Weft Transfer System and the Motorized Weft Cutter, that together ensure the
highest production speed and the possibility to effectively weave the widest range of yarn.
The Picanol OMNIplus Summum looms feature the patent fully automated pick finding and dedicated sley cam versions
that make it possible to weave the most demanding weaves and yarns at high speeds with lower energy consumption.
Toyota air jet looms feature EDP high performance motors, JATeReed for low pressure weft insertion and
multi tandem nozzle to increase propulsion power for high speed application.
Bruckner, Benninger, Thies and Monforts for dyeing and finishing.
Printing is covered through wide width rotary and, the most up to date digital printing from Reggianie for both towels and sheets .
In a parallel line, the latest ERP systems and SAP integration system have been contracted and ,are undergoing implementation.
Our production base is that of tomorrows world.