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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 he 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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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