Like sheets, duvet covers come in a range of fabrics. But the most common material is cotton (whether in a percale or sateen weave) or linen. That doesn’t mean, however, that your bedding has to ...

Michael Hession/NYT Wirecutter Most cotton sheets are made in one of two weave patterns: percale or sateen. The different weaves affect the weight and feel of the fabric; choosing between them is ...

Within cotton, you’ll see percale and sateen sheets, terms that refer to the weave of the cotton, which determines the feel of the bedding. Then there’s linen (which is made of flax), bamboo ...

If you've traditionally opted for sateen sheets or bamboo sheets because ... sheets because of their crisp feel and breathable weave. Percale sometimes runs so crisp, that it actually deters ...

Think of a basket: ‘over-under-over-under’. That is percale, and it typically has a matte finish. Similarly, sateen is also a type of weave, primarily used in Bamboo and Cotton. It is a ...

Sateen refers to the weave pattern in which the sheet is constructed, according to Anki Spets, bedding designer and owner of AREA Home.“It follows a three-over-one yarn pattern, which gives ...

For bedsheets, most weave and knit styles include jersey, flannel, percale, sateen, and twill. Each of these has a unique feel. Your choice of fabric is a matter of personal preference and comfort.