Who better to explain this than someone who has been selling all type of bed sheets to the hospitality industry for 40 years? I spent my entire career selling luxury hotel sheets. It was only in 2019 that we created American Blossom Linens, our direct consumer brand of Cotton Percale Sheet Sets. If you did not know, American Blossom Linens is a brand made by manufacturer Thomaston Mills. Thomaston Mills is a family business that started in 1899 and has been making bedding for the healthcare and high-end hotels for over 124 years.
To create the ultimate experience for guests operators of luxury hotels pay close attention to every detail and of course to the level of comfort of the bed. They want guests to have a restful night of sleep. Why are five-star hotel beds so luxurious? Well, it is the layers of comfort including mattress toppers, hotel mattresses, the high-quality firm pillows, blankets and cotton duvets that keep you warm and cozy. If you ever stayed in a hotel you have noticed the crisp, cool, breathability and ultimate comfort of hotel sheets. What type of comfortable sheets do hotels use to give their guests a comfortable sleep experience? Read more to find out.
Who better to explain this than someone who has been selling all type of bed sheets to the hospitality industry for 40 years? I spent my entire career selling luxury hotel sheets. It was only in 2019 that we created American Blossom Linens, our direct consumer brand of Cotton Percale Sheet Sets. If you did not know, American Blossom Linens is a brand made by manufacturer Thomaston Mills. Thomaston Mills is a family business that started in 1899 and has been making bedding for the healthcare and high-end hotels for over 124 years.
To create the ultimate experience for guests operators of luxury hotels pay close attention to every detail and of course to the level of comfort of the bed. They want guests to have a restful night of sleep. Why are five-star hotel beds so luxurious? Well, it is the layers of comfort including mattress toppers, hotel mattresses, the high-quality firm pillows, blankets and cotton duvets that keep you warm and cozy. If you ever stayed in a hotel you have noticed the crisp, cool, breathability and ultimate comfort of hotel sheets. What type of comfortable sheets do hotels use to give their guests a comfortable sleep experience? Read more to find out.
The thread count is thought to be a primary factor in choosing luxurious sheets; however, the thread count is only the number of threads used in a square inch of fabric, not the quality of the threads themselves. The thread quality is much more important than the thread count. Most luxury hotels will choose single-ply yarn which results in a lower thread count sheets such as 120, 140 or 180, versus the two- and three-ply yarn of 300, 500 or even 800 thread counts. Some manufacturers use a high quantity of lower quality threads to produce their high thread-count bed sheets, but that is not how high-quality sheets are made. A very high thread count can actually indicate weaker fabric with coarser staple fibers that will pop out and pill. Using high-quality threads makes for a smoother and more durable fabric. To find out more about thread count, see our blog When Thread Count Hides Quality.
The thread count is thought to be a primary factor in choosing luxurious sheets; however, the thread count is only the number of threads used in a square inch of fabric, not the quality of the threads themselves. The thread quality is much more important than the thread count. Most luxury hotels will choose single-ply yarn which results in a lower thread count sheets such as 120, 140 or 180, versus the two- and three-ply yarn of 300, 500 or even 800 thread counts. Some manufacturers use a high quantity of lower quality threads to produce their high thread-count bed sheets, but that is not how high-quality sheets are made. A very high thread count can actually indicate weaker fabric with coarser staple fibers that will pop out and pill. Using high-quality threads makes for a smoother and more durable fabric. To find out more about thread count, see our blog When Thread Count Hides Quality.
Hotels look for a fiber and natural materials that are durable, easy to care for, and comfortable. Overwhelmingly the common types of fibers 5-star hotels will choose are cotton or a blend of cotton and polyester. Types of cotton include USA, Supima cotton, Pima cotton, Upland cotton and a wide range of others. Egyptian cotton sheets are sometimes used as well. Cotton is hypoallergenic, so hotel guests aren’t at risk of allergic reactions or irritated skin. Natural fibers like cotton produce a breathable fabric that is machine washable, and permits airflow. As an added bonus they get softer with each wash. Many properties will choose a blend of high-quality cotton and polyester which proves a bit easier to iron when using commercial ironing equipment. Our hotel quality sheets are made with 100% USA cotton and have a smooth texture. Microfiber sheets which are 100% polyester and other synthetic fabrics, generally are not used in high end hotels because they are not high-quality materials that are breathable and they lack a sense of luxury.
There are two types of weaves used to make woven soft sheets, percale and sateen. Fabric made using a percale weave is overwhelmingly the top choice. What is percale? It is one of the most durable weaves produced. Thanks to its tighter weave, percale is naturally soft, crisp and durable, therefore resistant to tears, abrasions, and pilling. To create the over-and-under basket weave, the yarns alternate between the vertical warp thread and the horizontal weft or fill thread. Additionally, percale weave sheets only get softer with washing. What is a sateen weave? This fabric is made with a three over one weave which leaves less room for the fabric to breathe. The sateen weave creates a smooth surface that will drape easily; however, it does not age well. Sateen sheets are known to pill and fray, making the need to replace them more frequently. They are known to be warmer than percale sheets and hotels do not want to choose the wrong types of sheets that will result in a hot and uncomfortable sleep.
To find out more about our percale sheets collection, visit our blog Percale Sheets Made in the USA.
Hotels look for a fiber and natural materials that are durable, easy to care for, and comfortable. Overwhelmingly the common types of fibers 5-star hotels will choose are cotton or a blend of cotton and polyester. Types of cotton include USA, Supima cotton, Pima cotton, Upland cotton and a wide range of others. Egyptian cotton sheets are sometimes used as well. Cotton is hypoallergenic, so hotel guests aren’t at risk of allergic reactions or irritated skin. Natural fibers like cotton produce a breathable fabric that is machine washable, and permits airflow. As an added bonus they get softer with each wash. Many properties will choose a blend of high-quality cotton and polyester which proves a bit easier to iron when using commercial ironing equipment. Our hotel quality sheets are made with 100% USA cotton and have a smooth texture. Microfiber sheets which are 100% polyester and other synthetic fabrics, generally are not used in high end hotels because they are not high-quality materials that are breathable and they lack a sense of luxury.
There are two types of weaves used to make woven soft sheets, percale and sateen. Fabric made using a percale weave is overwhelmingly the top choice. What is percale? It is one of the most durable weaves produced. Thanks to its tighter weave, percale is naturally soft, crisp and durable, therefore resistant to tears, abrasions, and pilling. To create the over-and-under basket weave, the yarns alternate between the vertical warp thread and the horizontal weft or fill thread. Additionally, percale weave sheets only get softer with washing. What is a sateen weave? This fabric is made with a three over one weave which leaves less room for the fabric to breathe. The sateen weave creates a smooth surface that will drape easily; however, it does not age well. Sateen sheets are known to pill and fray, making the need to replace them more frequently. They are known to be warmer than percale sheets and hotels do not want to choose the wrong types of sheets that will result in a hot and uncomfortable sleep.
To find out more about our percale sheets collection, visit our blog Percale Sheets Made in the USA.
Hotels want the look of cleanliness, so overwhelmingly the popular choice of hotel proprietors is white bed sheets. The white linens are easier to clean and stains and marks are washed away easily during laundering. Hotels prefer neutral colors and white sheets go with every décor, so redecoration of the room does not necessitate a change of the linens. And more importantly, behavioral psychologists have determined that guests associate this color scheme with comfort and cleanliness. We offer white, natural and latte linen colored sheets for you in your home.
Hotels want the look of cleanliness, so overwhelmingly the popular choice of hotel proprietors is white bed sheets. The white linens are easier to clean and stains and marks are washed away easily during laundering. Hotels prefer neutral colors and white sheets go with every décor, so redecoration of the room does not necessitate a change of the linens. And more importantly, behavioral psychologists have determined that guests associate this color scheme with comfort and cleanliness. We offer white, natural and latte linen colored sheets for you in your home.
A durable sheet is very important for luxury hotels to keep their commitment to quality. Unlike sheets we use in our homes, hotels wash them around 300 times a year using high-quality detergents. Hence, their sheets can withstand these wash cycles before they shrink, tear or fray. It would take around about 6 years of regular washing (assuming you wash them once a week) for you to launder your sheets 300 times. Now if you had two sets of sheets that you alternated, each set would last about 12 years. Doesn’t that make you want to purchase hotel sheets for their longevity?
Hotel luxury sheets need a construction that will last a long time. If the fitted sheets do not stay on the corners or the flat sheets are not big enough to tuck in, the guest will not get the good night's sleep they expect. If holes develop after a few washes or the elastic rips off, housekeeping will have to replace bedding more often. For such an essential part of the guest experience, it is crucial that the right bedding manufacturer is chosen, one that supplies only top-quality long-lasting products. To find out how our fitted sheets stay put, visit out blog Wriggle Around in Bed. Our Fitted Sheets Stay Put!
Below are a few industry secrets.
A durable sheet is very important for luxury hotels to keep their commitment to quality. Unlike sheets we use in our homes, hotels wash them around 300 times a year using high-quality detergents. Hence, their sheets can withstand these wash cycles before they shrink, tear or fray. It would take around about 6 years of regular washing (assuming you wash them once a week) for you to launder your sheets 300 times. Now if you had two sets of sheets that you alternated, each set would last about 12 years. Doesn’t that make you want to purchase hotel sheets for their longevity?
Hotel luxury sheets need a construction that will last a long time. If the fitted sheets do not stay on the corners or the flat sheets are not big enough to tuck in, the guest will not get the good night's sleep they expect. If holes develop after a few washes or the elastic rips off, housekeeping will have to replace bedding more often. For such an essential part of the guest experience, it is crucial that the right bedding manufacturer is chosen, one that supplies only top-quality long-lasting products. To find out how our fitted sheets stay put, visit out blog Wriggle Around in Bed. Our Fitted Sheets Stay Put!
Below are a few industry secrets.
Frequent washings of bedding is important. We recommend at least once a week, so your sheets stay fresh and aren’t breeding dust mites and mold which can cause allergies. Some consumers choose to purchase two sets of sheets so they can rotate between the two making it easier on laundry day. We offer 20% off your second set of sheets when you buy two sets.
Although hotels use rigorous washing methods for their clean sheets, we suggest a less rigorous and eco-friendly approach for the proper care of your home linens. Between following the care instructions, using a mild detergent, not overfilling the washer or dryer and drying on the lowest setting you will be able to maintain the cleanliness and crispness you are looking for.
Some additional tips to keep your regular sheets white:
Fabric softener is a personal choice. While it does help you get a soft texture, it could be bad for the environment and it also loosens the material which may make them limp and floppy. So why are hotel sheets so crisp? Because they don't use fabric softener. So, if you want that hotel feeling at home, we would suggest skipping this step as well. Alternatively you can use Wool Dryer Balls or add a half cup of vinegar to the rinse cycle.
Frequent washings of bedding is important. We recommend at least once a week, so your sheets stay fresh and aren’t breeding dust mites and mold which can cause allergies. Some consumers choose to purchase two sets of sheets so they can rotate between the two making it easier on laundry day. We offer 20% off your second set of sheets when you buy two sets.
Although hotels use rigorous washing methods for their clean sheets, we suggest a less rigorous and eco-friendly approach for the proper care of your home linens. Between following the care instructions, using a mild detergent, not overfilling the washer or dryer and drying on the lowest setting you will be able to maintain the cleanliness and crispness you are looking for.
Some additional tips to keep your regular sheets white:
Fabric softener is a personal choice. While it does help you get a soft texture, it could be bad for the environment and it also loosens the material which may make them limp and floppy. So why are hotel sheets so crisp? Because they don't use fabric softener. So, if you want that hotel feeling at home, we would suggest skipping this step as well. Alternatively you can use Wool Dryer Balls or add a half cup of vinegar to the rinse cycle.
Investing in crisp white hotel bed sheets will add a bit of luxury to your bedroom. Hotels opt for the white crisp sheets to add visual ambience to their rooms. They use a bit of psychology when setting up the guest rooms. They combine home comfort and a calming ambience to create the ultimate relaxing experience.
Investing in crisp white hotel bed sheets will add a bit of luxury to your bedroom. Hotels opt for the white crisp sheets to add visual ambience to their rooms. They use a bit of psychology when setting up the guest rooms. They combine home comfort and a calming ambience to create the ultimate relaxing experience.
Now that you have read why and how hotels have such a comfortable feeling bed and high-quality bedding, all you have to do is follow these tips. You can enjoy an incredible night's sleep every day just like you were on vacation at the best 5- star hotel. Try our American Blossom cotton sheets because they are crisp, breathable and durable hotel-inspired sheets made by one of the largest and oldest hotel sheet manufacturers in the USA.
Now that you have read why and how hotels have such a comfortable feeling bed and high-quality bedding, all you have to do is follow these tips. You can enjoy an incredible night's sleep every day just like you were on vacation at the best 5- star hotel. Try our American Blossom cotton sheets because they are crisp, breathable and durable hotel-inspired sheets made by one of the largest and oldest hotel sheet manufacturers in the USA.
Cindy Scholberg
January 18, 2024
I appreciate all of that info, thank you!!! YOUR particular sheets have been on my wish list for probably 2 years, which is when I discovered you. I want that feel again with the Cotten sheets I grew up with. However, I’m a housekeeper at a hospital who has an appreciation for beautiful quality sheets; who lives paycheck to paycheck…. so hopefully one day Ii’ll experience the feeling again. :o) Have a good day!