Six-strand(ed) embroidery floss is the American term for a type of embroidery thread that is produced, among others, by the company of J. & P. Coats. The term six strand(ed) embroidery floss is known on the British market as 'six-stranded embroidery thread' (or occasionally as a 'six-stranded mercerised cotton thread'). The floss/thread is used for a wide range of embroidery forms.