Sheets are the item that suffers the most in accommodation: they are washed at high temperatures, ironed, stretched, and changed constantly. Choosing incorrectly means replacing them every season. These are the two important decisions: the fabric and the thread count.
What "thread count" means
Thread count indicates how many threads there are per square inch of fabric. More threads mean a tighter weave and a finer feel. But in hospitality, more is not automatically better: a very dense fabric weighs more, takes longer to dry, and increases the cost of each wash.
- 144 thread count: the professional standard. Durable, quick-drying, and designed for daily industrial washing.
- 200 thread count (percale): softer feel and finer appearance. For accommodations that compete on perceived comfort.
The three fabric options
50/50 cotton-polyester blend
The workhorse of the hospitality industry. Polyester provides durability and quick drying, and significantly reduces ironing – which is where your staff's time goes. It withstands hundreds of cycles without deforming.
Ideal for: tourist apartments, hostels, hotels with high turnover, and anyone who washes daily.
100% cotton, 144 thread count
More breathable and with a better natural feel than the blend. In return, it wrinkles more and takes longer to dry. It's the balance between comfort and practicality.
Ideal for: mid-range hotels, accommodations that prioritize experience without sacrificing durability.
200 thread count percale, 100% cotton
Sanforized, dense fabric with a fine finish. This is the sheet you can feel as soon as you get into bed.
Ideal for: 4–5 star hotels, suites, and boutique accommodations.
Top sheet, fitted sheet, and pillowcase: not everything has to be the same
A common strategy is to upgrade quality only where it matters. The top sheet and pillowcase are what touch the guest's skin; the fitted sheet goes under the body and suffers the most wear due to the elastic. Many accommodations combine percale top sheets and pillowcases with a cotton or blend fitted sheet – better feel where it matters, more durability where it's needed.
The expensive mistake
Buying domestic sheets because they are cheaper. Home textiles are designed to be washed at 40 °C once a week; hospitality textiles are designed for 60–90 °C several times a week, with bleach and an industrial dryer. Domestic sheets deform, lose color, and tear at the seams in just a few months.
Always calculate the cost per wash, not the purchase cost.
And don't forget the protector
A waterproof mattress protector costs a fraction of a new mattress, and prevents damage that no amount of washing can fix. It's the most cost-effective investment for the bed.
Our range
We offer all three qualities in top and fitted sheets: Eco (50/50, 144 thread count), Basic (100% cotton, 144 thread count), and Premium (percale, 200 thread count), in all bed sizes. And if you prefer not to calculate piece by piece, our bed packs already come with the correct quantities for a room.