Anatomy of Our Cotton Sheets
We have the best sheets in the business, but how? To explain, we have to delve deep into the science of fabric and weaving. Let us break it down for you.
Does Thread Count Matter?
THREAD COUNT: the number of threads woven together in a square inch of fabric.
Thread counts advertised in excess of 500 are often misrepresented by manufacturers. As multi-ply construction is often used to strengthen lower-grade cotton, a super high thread count can actually indicate the presence of a lower-quality sheet.
Long Fibers
At Brooklinen, we only use long-staple cotton because it produces the longest, strongest, and finest fibers in the world. When it comes to cotton—a longer staple is a better staple.
Longer cotton fibers can be spun into stronger, finer yarns, and produce extremely smooth and supple weaves (like ours).
Shorter fibers can poke out of the weave, leading to a coarser, weaker fabric (like theirs).
Single-Ply Yarn
We exclusively use single-ply yarn because it produces the finest, strongest threads. It can only be spun from long-staple cotton, that results in light, soft, yet extremely long-lasting sheets.
Multi-ply yarns are a group of weaker fibers twisted together to create false strength. They use mostly lower-grade, shorter-staple cottons, which result in thicker, coarser and heavier threads.
STANDARD 100 by Oeko-Tex® Certified
All of our sheets are tested to meet the strict global criteria of STANDARD 100 by Oeko-Tex® Certified, assuring safety for you and your family.
Long/Short Side Tags
You’re not the only one who struggles to put a fitted sheet onto a bed. Enter: short and long side tags, which we feature on every fitted sheet, to make that fresh sheet application all the more breezy.
Envelope Closures
Keep your pillows in their place. Each of our pillowcases feature envelope closures that tuck your pillows securely inside. Sweet dreams.
Duvet Cover
Ties
No more comforters shifting to the bottom of your duvet. Our duvet cover ties pair perfectly with our comforter loops so all four corners of your comforter are secured. Now you just have to worry about someone (or pet) pulling the covers off.
Envelope Closures
Keep your pillows in their place. Each of our pillowcases feature envelope closures that tuck your pillows securely inside. Sweet dreams.
Duvet Cover
Ties
No more comforters shifting to the bottom of your duvet. Our duvet cover ties pair perfectly with our comforter loops so all four corners of your comforter are secured. Now you just have to worry about someone (or pet) pulling the covers off.
Percale vs. Sateen
Two weaves, one internet-famous store. Whichever you choose, great sleep is in your future.
Classic Percale
That hotel-sheet feel without leaving home. The 270 thread count, percale weave sheets have a fresh, matte finish and were developed with hot sleepers in mind.
Luxe Sateen
Our best seller. Raise your sheet game with super soft, 480 thread count cotton sateen sheets, woven with a rich, lustrous finish and developed with cooler sleepers in mind.
Luxe Sateen
Our best seller. Raise your sheet game with super soft, 480 thread count cotton sateen sheets, woven with a rich, lustrous finish and developed with cooler sleepers in mind.
Compare Weaves
No matter how you like to sleep, we’ve got a weave you’ll love.
Meet Our Sheet
Classic
Percale
Ideal for
Hot sleepers
Thread Count (TC) or Weight
The original, 270 TC
How it feels
Cool, crisp and matte
Fabric Content
100% Long-staple Cotton
STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® Certified
Yes
Luxe
Sateen
Ideal for
Most sleepers
Thread Count (TC) or Weight
The best seller, 480 TC
How it feels
Luxuriously soft and buttery smooth
Fabric Content
100% Long-staple Cotton
STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® Certified
Yes
Washed
Linen
Ideal for
Versatile for warm days and everyday
Thread Count (TC) or Weight
The easy breezy, 145 gsm
How it feels
Airy and effortlessly chic
Fabric Content
100% Linen from European flax
STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® Certified
Yes
Heathered
Cashmere
Ideal for
Those looking for a superior snuggle
Thread Count (TC) or Weight
The indulgent, 125 gsm
How it feels
An upgrade in soft and cozy
Fabric Content
95% Cotton, 5% Cashmere
STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® Certified
Yes
Brushed
Flannel
Ideal for
Cool sleepers or cooler climates
Thread Count (TC) or Weight
The soft and homey, 140 gsm
How it feels
Soft and snuggly warmth
Fabric Content
100% Cotton
STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® Certified
Yes
Meet Our Sheet
Classic
Percale
Ideal for
Hot sleepers
Thread Count (TC) or Weight
The original, 270 TC
How it feels
Cool, crisp and matte
Fabric Content
100% Long-staple Cotton
STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® Certified
Yes
Luxe
Sateen
Ideal for
Most sleepers
Thread Count (TC) or Weight
The best seller, 480 TC
How it feels
Luxuriously soft and buttery smooth
Fabric Content
100% Long-staple Cotton
STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® Certified
Yes
Washed
Linen
Ideal for
Versatile for warm days and everyday
Thread Count (TC) or Weight
The easy breezy, 145 gsm
How it feels
Airy and effortlessly chic
Fabric Content
100% Linen from European flax
STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® Certified
Yes
Heathered
Cashmere
Ideal for
Those looking for a superior snuggle
Thread Count (TC) or Weight
The indulgent, 125 gsm
How it feels
An upgrade in soft and cozy
Fabric Content
95% Cotton, 5% Cashmere
STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® Certified
Yes
Brushed
Flannel
Ideal for
Cool sleepers or cooler climates
Thread Count (TC) or Weight
The soft and homey, 140 gsm
How it feels
Soft and snuggly warmth
Fabric Content
100% Cotton
STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® Certified
Yes
