Nap Sheet Set

The Nap Sheet Set is woven from 100% Extra-Long Staple Cotton in a percale weave at 225 thread count. The weave structure, called "quattro-quaranta" or "4-by-40" by Italian weavers, uses 40's single-strand yarn in both the warp and weft at a density of 40 threads per centimeter in each direction. That balanced construction produces a sturdy, breathable fabric that outperforms many higher thread count sheets, which often use thinner, multi-ply yarns to inflate the count. Thread count is one measure; yarn quality and weave density tell the fuller story.

Nap is MATTEO's best-selling hotel fabric precisely because it holds up to repeated washing while maintaining a crisp, clean hand. The percale weave gives it that lightly-starched finish associated with well-made hotel bed sheets, and it grows softer with every wash without losing its structure. The 100% Extra-Long Staple Cotton construction and garment-washing process make it equally suited to a private bedroom as to a hospitality setting. For anyone seeking hotel-quality bed sheets for home use, Nap is the starting point.

Each Nap Sheet Set contains one fitted sheet, one flat sheet, and one or two pillowcases depending on the bed size. King and Cal King sets include two King Nap Pillowcase Singles; Queen sets include two Queen pillowcases; Full sets include two Queen pillowcases with a Full fitted sheet and a Queen flat sheet; Twin and Twin XL sets each include one Queen pillowcase. All pieces in a set are garment-dyed together in the same color. To mix colors across pieces, order each item separately.

Nap sheets are garment-washed and dyed using non-toxic dyes, with no chlorine bleach or harsh chemical finishes in the production process. The 100% Extra-Long Staple Cotton fiber is breathable and becomes progressively softer with washing, which reduces surface friction against skin. For care, avoid detergents that contain whitening agents such as chlorine bleach, alpha hydroxy acids, or benzoyl peroxide, as these can affect the garment-dyed finish and degrade the reactive dyes. MATTEO's garment-dyeing process is documented in detail on the site.

Wash Nap sheets in lukewarm water with a gentle detergent and a cool rinse, separating light and dark colors. Tumble dry on low heat and remove promptly from the dryer to reduce wrinkling; line drying produces the best result. Avoid any products containing chlorine bleach, alpha hydroxy acids, or benzoyl peroxide, as the reactive dyes used in garment-dyeing are not resistant to whitening agents. If you prefer a crisp look, press while slightly damp on a high or linen setting.

All pieces within a single Nap Sheet Set are garment-dyed together in one color, so they will match exactly. If you want a flat sheet in one color and a fitted sheet in another, order each piece separately from the Nap Fabric Collection. MATTEO also allows for a natural shade variation of plus or minus 10% from dye lot to dye lot, which is an inherent characteristic of the garment-dyeing process.

Percale has a matte, crisp finish and a tight one-over-one-under weave that gives it a cooler, more breathable hand than sateen, which has a smoother, slightly heavier drape. Nap's 225 thread count percale sits closer to the feel of a well-worn dress shirt: structured at first, progressively softer with use. Linen, by contrast, starts with more texture and a looser weave; MATTEO's full sheet set collection includes both linen and cotton options for those weighing the difference. For sleepers who run warm or prefer a crisp hand, Nap percale is the stronger choice.

Nap is well-suited to gifting: it is a complete bed set in one purchase, it comes in fifteen colors including White, Off White, and Greige that work across most bedrooms, and the hotel-grade construction means it holds up for years rather than seasons. Sets are priced 10% below the cost of purchasing each piece individually. The garment-dyed, non-toxic finish and Extra-Long Staple Cotton fiber are the kind of material details that stand behind the gift long after it's unwrapped.