Tru Pillowcase Single

The Tru Pillowcase is 100% cotton, woven in a percale plain weave (1-over-1 structure) at a true 400 thread count. Percale is physically constrained in how many threads fit per square inch, so a verified 400 thread count in this weave is the ceiling of what the construction allows. MATTEO achieved it by using a very thin 100 singles cotton yarn, which gives the pillowcase a light, soft crispness rather than the heavy feel of inflated thread count claims.

Many percale pillowcases on the market cite inflated thread counts by counting individual plies within a twisted yarn rather than actual threads per square inch. The Tru Pillowcase is a verified 400 thread count percale, which is why MATTEO named it Tru(e). The result is a pillowcase with genuine crisp hand-feel and durability, without the marketing math that inflates numbers on lower-quality weaves.

The Tru Pillowcase is garment-washed and dyed using non-toxic dyes, which reduces harsh chemical residue on the fabric before it reaches your skin. The 100% long-staple cotton percale weave is smooth against skin without synthetic fiber content. For those sensitive to chemical finishes or synthetic materials, the non-toxic dyeing process is a relevant spec to note.

The Tru Pillowcase is available in Queen (20 x 33 inches / 51 x 84 cm) and King (20 x 39 inches / 51 x 99 cm). MATTEO does not offer a Standard size pillowcase; a Queen pillowcase works on a Standard pillow insert and will overhang slightly at the open end, which can be tucked in for an envelope closure or adjusted by a seamstress.

A pillowcase loosely encloses a pillow insert and is open on one side, making it easy to slip on and off. A sham is more fitted and uses a closure, such as an envelope flap or zipper, to hold the pillow in place. The Tru Pillowcase is an open-side construction finished with a minimal 1/4-inch hem; darker colorways add a contrasting white top stitch detail at that edge.

Wash in lukewarm water with a gentle detergent and a cool rinse, separating light and dark colors. Do not overload the machine, as this stresses the long cotton fibers. Tumble dry on low heat and remove promptly to reduce wrinkling; line drying gives the best result. Avoid chlorine bleach, alpha hydroxy acids, and benzoyl peroxide on garment-dyed colors, as these agents degrade the reactive dyes used in the dyeing process.

Garment-dyeing is an artisanal process rather than an industrial one, and MATTEO allows for a shade variation of plus or minus 10% between dye lots. If you are purchasing multiple pillowcases to match, ordering them together from the same dye lot gives the closest color match. For full details on how garment-dyeing works, MATTEO publishes a dedicated explanation at matteola.com/garment-dyeing.

The Tru Pillowcase is 100% cotton percale at 400 thread count, garment-washed for an immediate soft hand-feel and finished with non-toxic dyes. These are the material specs that define hotel-grade cotton bedding: a durable plain weave, verified thread count, and consistent washability. White and Off White colorways in particular carry the clean, tailored look associated with hotel cotton pillowcases.