How does Percale Sateen Jersey Flannel Differ?
Sateen = HIGH END HOTEL EXPERIENCE
This two-sided fabric is absolutely lustrous on one side, matte on the other. It dyes beautifully and resists wrinkles. Our sateen sheets have a silky hand and an ideal density for cool- weather sleeping.
Typical thread count 300+
Jersey = YOUR FAV T-SHIRT FEEL
Less crisp feel than sateen
Typical thread count 250
Flannel = NEXT BEST THING TO A FIREPLACE
Required for Winter survival.
Constructed in a diagonal weave that makes it both exceedingly soft and pliable. At 5.8 oz. per square meter, it is medium weight.
Typical thread count 250
In the world of cotton bedding, percale sets the standard. This basic, classic weave has a crisp, cool hand.
It is soft, but has body - a perfect choice for warmer weather.
Typical thread count 250
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Percale Finish vs Sateen Finish (Re-produced from thelinenclosetonline.com) |
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Qualities |
Percale |
Sateen |
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Fabric: |
Cotton |
Cotton |
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Weave: |
Plain Weave created by laying one warp over one weft. 1:1 ratio |
Satin Weave created by laying multiple warps over a single weft. 3:1 ratio, 4:1 ratio etc. |
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Look: |
Matte, Flat |
Shiny, Lustrous |
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Feel: |
Crisp, Cool to the Touch, Powdery |
Slippery, Smooth, Silky |
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Thread Count: |
200 and Higher |
300 and Higher |
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Warmth: |
Retains less heat |
Retains more heat |
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Strength: |
Strongest Finish |
Weaker Finish, but Still Durable |
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