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What is a CAM or Dobby on a Towel?

What is a CAM or Dobby on a Towel?

April 16, 2018 · 6 minute read

Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Quick Recommendation Tip: Hospitality buyers often choose dobby borders for a more refined appearance, while CAM borders are

Glossary of Textile Terms

Glossary of Textile Terms

April 16, 2018 · 8 minute read

Glossary of Textile Terms Textiles come in a wide range of forms and each type of textiles has its own unique terms. A glossary of textile terms is a useful

Difference Between Percale and Sateen Sheets

Difference Between Percale and Sateen Sheets

March 28, 2018 · 6 minute read

The difference between percale and sateen sheets are mainly that percale sheets have a weaved with a percale weave. This is the most common type of bed

What Are Deep Pocket Sheets?

What Are Deep Pocket Sheets?

March 28, 2018 · 5 minute read

Contrary to popular belief, deep pocket sheets are not actually designed for people with deep pockets. Rather, they are intended for mattresses that are

What is a Vat-Dyed Pool Towel?

What is a Vat-Dyed Pool Towel?

March 25, 2018 · 6 minute read

What is a Vat-Dyed Pool Towel? Vat-Dyed pool towels are the perfect addition to any summertime setting. These towels are specifically designed to resist

Account Questions

March 23, 2018 · 3 minute read

How do I contact Customer Service? Our customer service team is available to help Monday - Friday, 9:00AM-5:00PM EST. You can reach us by completing

Product Questions

March 23, 2018 · 2 minute read

How Do I Know if You Have the Products You Have Listed are in Stock? From time to time we do sell out of certain products. Known out of stock products

Shipping Questions

Shipping Questions

March 23, 2018 · 5 minute read

Haley Bridges, Marketing Assistant at Direct Textile StoreHaley Bridges has served as Marketing Assistant at Direct Textile Store, where she specializes in

Ordering Questions

March 23, 2018 · 4 minute read

How do I contact Customer Service? Our customer service team is available to help Monday - Friday, 9:00AM-5:00PM EST. You can reach us by completing

How Important is Thread Count?

How Important is Thread Count?

February 21, 2018 · 4 minute read

How Important is Thread Count? Are you like me and thing shopping for bed linens is a very important but daunting task? Especially if you work in a hotel