The terms percale, combed, brushed and sateen describe different types of fabric weaves. Percale is a cotton weave that’s matte, fine and tight, which lends it a crisp fresh texture. A combed or brushed cotton has had all of its short fibres removed during manufacturing, resulting in a material that’s less likely to pill. When the word sateen is used alongside cotton, it means the cotton is woven using a unique pattern that gives it a luxurious sheen that looks like satin on one side, a matte effect on the other, and an overall soft feel.
The higher the thread count, the tighter the weave and the softer the fabric. That being said, thread count isn’t the only consideration when choosing sheets – it’s important to check the quality of the fibres, too.
Caring for your sheets Good sheets should age well. Follow the instructions on the care label, add a drop of your favourite fragrant essential oil (lavender works well) in the wash to lightly scent your sheets and use dryer balls to reduce drying time. Thursday Plantation L Lavender ESS ENTIA . ll.ca We , $20 , OIL
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