What is Cotton Percale?

Cotton percale is a type of fabric created by weaving cotton yarns in either a plain or basket weave. The yarns are woven in a classic crisscross pattern, repeatedly weaving one yarn over another to create the fabric. To be classed as cotton percale, the fabric must be woven to a minimum of 180 thread count. 

But what is thread count?

Thread count refers to the number of yarns in one square inch of fabric, indicating how tightly woven the fabric is. In general, the higher the thread count, the superior the quality and softness of the fabric.

Historically, the choice when it came to percale bedding was limited to sheets and pillowcases, in classic colours such as white and cream. Nowadays, and with advances in dying and printing techniques, the options when it comes to percale bedding are huge.

It’s no secret that cotton percale bedding ticks all the boxes when it comes to comfort and durability, making it a firm favourite in luxury hotels around the world. Hotel bedding has to stand the test of time, offer superior comfort and keep customers coming back for more, making cotton percale the perfect and practical choice.