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  • [โ€“] 5 points 11 months ago* (last edited 11 months ago) (2 children)

    What does the acronyms stand for?

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  • [โ€“] 5 points 11 months ago (1 child)

    I misstated the definition a bit, although in real world terms a higher GSM does often manifest as a thicker cloth. GSM stands for grams per square meter. It measures how much fabric weighs in a given area. It is a weight rating, not a thickness rating.

    Higher GSM means denser, heavier fabric. Lower GSM means lighter, more breathable fabric.

    General guide:

    120โ€“140 GSM = lightweight (summer sheets, thin shirts)

    150โ€“170 GSM = medium weight (jersey sheets, linen duvet covers)

    180โ€“250 GSM = heavier weight (flannel, winter bedding)

    GSM helps compare feel and durability across materials, but thickness will vary by fiber type.

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