What is percale bedding?
Percale is a plain, 1-over-1 weave that packs threads tightly in a balanced structure, giving it a light, breathable feeling and crisp handfeel. MATTEO builds its percale lines, Tru and Nap, around genuine, verifiable thread counts, rather than inflated marketing numbers.
What's the difference between MATTEO's Tru and Nap collections?
Tru products sport a thread count of 400, while the fabric is composed of a lighter, crisper percale weave woven from a fine 100s yarn. Nap products sport a thread count of 225, while the fabric is denser, sturdier, and woven in a quattro-quaranta (4-by-40) structure.
Is percale bedding a good choice for hot sleepers?
Yes. Percale's plain weave allows more airflow than a denser sateen weave, which generally makes it the better pick for anyone who sleeps warm.
Does percale wrinkle more than sateen?
Yes, typically. MATTEO treats that as part of percale's crisp, lived-in character rather than something to iron away, though pressing while slightly damp on a Lightweight Cotton or Medium setting will smooth it out if you prefer.
How do I care for my percale bedding?
Machine wash on a lukewarm, gentle cycle with light and dark colors separated, and do not utilize any detergent or bleach containing chlorine, alpha-hydroxy acids, or benzoyl peroxide, since these break down the reactive dyes used in garment-dyeing. Tumble dry on low heat and remove promptly, or line dry for best results.
