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If you are wondering the difference between Cotton, Percale and Satin here is the answer: COTTON SATIN : It is distinguished by its weave in which the warp prevails over the weft, creating a smooth and shiny surface on one...

Cashmere washing Even though cashmere does not get dirty easily and rarely absorbs odors, it still needs to be washed, but since it is delicate, the less you wash it, the better. Hand wash : Cashmere should be washed in...

MERINO WOOL The main characteristics of this wool are that it maintains constant body temperature without heating; having a particular chemical structure it prevents the proliferation of parasites (including mites) and has an absorbent effect, which allows moisture to evaporate...

There are different types of wool with different characteristics, some are very fine, others very soft, others have a greater ability to protect from the cold. The unique characteristic of all types of wool is thermoregulation. They allow moisture to...

We hear more and more about the design or workmanship of Pied de Poule, Tartan, Chevron, Prince of Wales, Honeycomb but do we all know what we are talking about? Do we all know how to distinguish between Prince of...

Generally, newborns love to be wrapped in a blanket made of soft natural wool-cashmere. Considering that our cashmere blankets are so soft, smooth and elegant, this is understandable.....but there is another explanation. Newborns are unable to control their own temperature,...

Pilling is a natural phenomenon that occurs on wool and cashmere garments with the appearance of small balls (pills) on blankets or plaids. It is therefore not an indicator of low quality of the yarn, as is often mistakenly thought,...

Viscose is often considered - erroneously - a natural or even synthetic fiber. But, to be precise, it is neither: viscose is an artificial fiber of natural origin, which imitates the softness of plant fibers. What does this mean exactly?...

CASHMERE, or kashmir, is a very rare and precious textile fibre, formed from the undercoat of the Hircus goat native to Kashmir. The animal's coat is divided into two layers of hair; an outer coat made up of large, rough,...

Since ancient times, the cashmere blanket has always been synonymous with beauty, warmth, tradition, but above all family; it is no coincidence that all the most valuable quilts are those that are handed down from generation to generation since they...

For over half a century, CO.BI has believed in the craftsmanship of the Made in Italy branded product, creating unique and high-quality home linens. Our passion for creativity, excellent materials and attention to detail has been going on for almost...