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[-] FenrirIII@lemmy.world 3 points 2 weeks ago
[-] Reverendender@sh.itjust.works 3 points 2 weeks ago
[-] Akasazh@lemmy.world 4 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago)

What does the acronyms stand for?

[-] Reverendender@sh.itjust.works 5 points 2 weeks ago

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.

[-] Akasazh@lemmy.world 3 points 2 weeks ago
[-] smeenz@lemmy.nz 4 points 2 weeks ago
[-] BiggestPiggest@lemmy.world 2 points 2 weeks ago

Americans probably want in trucks per square football field. Anything but metric.

this post was submitted on 15 Sep 2025
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