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AN UNRIVALLED PERCALE COTTON
A quality (far) beyond the standards!
Premium cotton or nothing! We have meticulously selected a 100% long-staple combed cotton thread to obtain an ultra-soft, fresh, and durable fabric.
Our weave, 120 threads/cm², is significantly denser than the market average to provide your sheets with exceptional quality and resistance.
Our cotton percale in a few words:
100% long-staple combed cotton
Premium 120 threads/cm² weave (equivalent to 300 TC)
Manufactured in the best workshops
Easy care, softens after washing
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5-STAR CRAFTSMANSHIP
We have chosen to entrust the manufacturing of our sheets to the expert hands of our workshops in France (80% of our production) and India (20% of our production). Why these countries? France, for its historical expertise in household linen, and India for its ancestral know-how and innovative approach to cotton weaving techniques.
Our daily objective: to work with the best workshops that, like us, share a love of a job well done and a requirement for (very) high-end finishes — to guarantee you the softest and most durable sheets at the best price.
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A MARK OF EXCELLENCE
We pay particular attention to the quality and high standards of our creations, which is why the vast majority of our bed linen is OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified (CQ 1377/1, IFTH).
This label of excellence certifies that each piece covered by this label has undergone rigorous controls, guaranteeing the absence of harmful substances in proportions that could present a health risk. We offer you bed linen combining absolute comfort and compliance with the highest standards of textile safety.
Percale Cotton Bedding: What are its characteristics?
Percale cotton has a distinct appearance and texture, owing to the weaving technique used to create this bedding. Its characteristics bestow a softness, durability, and quality that establish it as the textile of choice in grand hotels.
What Is Cotton Percale?
Often mistakenly considered a type of fabric, percale actually specifies the type of weave used to create this fabric. To create percale, threads are woven like a grid, with one thread crossing under and one thread crossing over. The threads are tightly woven together, resulting in a flawless finish for high-end bed linen. The term "percale" therefore simply defines a method of weaving threads.
Percale can be created using various fibres. For instance, you can find silk percale, linen percale, or percale made from a cotton and polyester blend. At Bonsoirs, our percale cotton bed linen is made from 100% long-staple cotton. This ensures our sheets, duvet covers, and pillowcases are both soft and durable.
Why is cotton percale associated with luxury?
Cotton percale is synonymous with luxury, as it is used to make incredibly soft and highly durable bed linen. It also has an amazing advantage: the more it is washed, the softer it gets!
The weave used in the production of cotton percale is considerably tighter than other types of weaves found in standard bed linen collections. At Bonsoirs, our bed linen is made from long-staple cotton percale with a 120 threads/cm² weave, producing a strong, smooth, and durable fabric. Despite its tight weave, cotton percale allows air to circulate, making it more breathable throughout the night and softer to the touch.
Cotton percale offers a perfect balance between fabric weight, strength, and softness. Thanks to its breathability, cotton percale is often the preferred choice for spring and summer bedding, as its weave keeps you cool and comfortable throughout the night. If you have a good natural down duvet, cotton percale is equally comfortable in autumn and winter, keeping you warm during the coldest nights.
How to care for cotton percale?
Cotton percale requires very little maintenance. Its highly durable weave helps preserve the fabric's quality wash after wash. Please be sure to follow the care instructions provided on Bonsoirs bed linens. This will help prevent pilling – which is never pleasant – or unwanted shrinkage – if you've ever struggled with a fitted sheet that's too small, you'll understand what we mean! Setting the correct temperature and spin speed is crucial here.
Many sleepers wonder whether to wash cotton percale sheets in cold or hot water. At Bonsoirs, we recommend washing at 30 °C (it's also good for the planet!). Use a mild liquid detergent, halving the manufacturer's recommended amount: too much detergent prematurely ages cotton percale bedding (reducing the volume of detergent used is also beneficial for the environment!).
Our percale fabrics
Percale cotton: the weave
Percale cotton is characterized by a tight, regular weave, where the threads interlace in a highly structured way
This dense weave creates a smooth, almost crisp feel, reminiscent of luxury hotel bedding
The result is a durable fabric that retains its shape and neat appearance for a long time.
Cotton Percale: The Comfort
Percale cotton feels cool and fresh, ideal if you tend to overheat at night
The sheets remain taut on the mattress, without a mushy or loose effect, for a visually clean and crisp bed
Thanks to its breathability, it is particularly suitable for spring and summer nights or well-heated rooms.
Percale Cotton: Everyday Durability
The tight weave makes the fabric more resilient to pilling and premature wear
Wash after wash, percale maintains its smooth appearance and even becomes softer and more pleasant over time.
Size Guide: Which Percale Bed Linen Size to Choose?
Mattress 90x190 cm
Percale bed linen set: 140x200 cm for an approximate drape of 25 cm.
Fitted sheet: 90x190 cm, perfectly fitted to prevent creases.
Pillowcases: 65x65 cm (square) or 50x70 cm (rectangular).
Mattress 90x200 cm
Percale bed linen set: 140x200 cm with a tasteful overhang on the sides.
Fitted sheet: 90x200 cm, designed to fit the length of the mattress.
Pillowcases: 65x65 cm or 50x70 cm.
Mattress 140x190 cm
Percale bedding set: 200x200 cm for a discreet drape, or 240x220 cm for a more generous overhang.
Fitted sheet: 140x190 cm for a taut bed.
Flat sheet: 240x300 cm to fully envelop you.
Pillowcases: 65x65 cm or 50x70 cm.
Mattress 140x200 cm
Percale bed linen set: 240x220 cm, the standard size for a double bed with a beautiful drape.
Fitted sheet: 140x200 cm to limit creasing.
Flat sheet: 240x300 cm.
Pillowcases: 65x65 cm or 50x70 cm.
Mattress 160x200 cm (Queen size)
Percale bedding set: 240x220 cm for an approximate 30 cm drop, or 260x240 cm for a more generous drape.
Fitted sheet: 160x200 cm, snug fit.
Flat sheet: 270x310 cm for ample coverage.
Pillowcases: 65x65 cm or 50x70 cm.
Mattress 180x200 cm (King size)
Percale bedding set: 260x240 cm for a generous and comfortable drape.
Fitted sheet: 180x200 cm for a perfectly taut bed.
Flat sheet: 270x310 cm for complete enveloping comfort.
Pillowcases: 65x65 cm or 50x70 cm.
Percale can feel cooler, firmer, and less instantly silky than sateen. Its matte finish also shows wrinkles more easily and may need ironing to achieve a perfectly smooth bed. On the other hand, high-quality percale gradually softens with each wash.
Cotton refers to the fiber, while percale refers to a tight weaving method, usually one thread over and one thread under. Cotton percale therefore combines a cotton fiber with this specific weave. It stands out for its crisp feel, matte finish, and durability.
Cotton percale is ideal for those who love a crisp, cool, and lightweight feel, especially when they tend to sleep hot. Cotton sateen offers a smoother, softer, and more cocooning feel. Both are made of cotton: it's mainly their weave that changes the feel, appearance, and warmth.
Yes, its weave allows air to circulate and creates a cool, dry feel against the skin. That's why it's especially popular in summer and with sleepers who are sensitive to heat. It can still be used year-round with a duvet suited to the season.
Thread count indicates the density of the weave, but it is not enough on its own to judge quality. Fiber length and fineness, yarn consistency, and construction also matter. Bonsoirs percale combines long-staple combed cotton with a weave of 120 threads/cm².
Yes, a quality cotton percale gets softer wash after wash without losing its signature crisp feel. To protect the fibers, follow the temperature shown on the care label, use a moderate amount of detergent, and avoid overloading the drum. That way, the fabric will hold its shape and softness longer.
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