Few distinctions in the world of premium bedding are as basic or as misunderstood as the one between percale and sateen. Used to high-quality cotton fibres, these two weave patterns yield sheets with very distinct performance features, feels, and looks. Personal preference, sleep patterns, and even the temperature will all help one decide among them. Percale provides a crisp, cool, matte finish reminiscent of luxury hotels, while sateen offers a silky, lustrous drape with a delicate warmth. N...

Few distinctions in the world of premium bedding are as basic or as misunderstood as the one between percale and sateen. Used to high-quality cotton fibres, these two weave patterns yield sheets with very distinct performance features, feels, and looks. Personal preference, sleep patterns, and even the temperature will all help one decide among them. Percale provides a crisp, cool, matte finish reminiscent of luxury hotels, while sateen offers a silky, lustrous drape with a delicate warmth. N...