Percale vs. Sateen

When it comes to premium bedding, quality begins long before the fabric reaches your home. It starts with the fiber, the craftsmanship, and the weave. At Liceia Home, we work exclusively with certified Portuguese factories that combine tradition and innovation to create textiles that elevate everyday comfort.

Two timeless weaves define high-end bedding: Percale and Sateen. Each offers a unique sleeping experience — and understanding their differences helps you choose the perfect match for your sleep style.

Percale: Crisp, Cool & Timeless

Percale is the classic one-over, one-under weave known for its matte finish and breathable feel.

It’s the weave found in many luxury hotels because it stays fresh, structured, and cool throughout the night.

• Cool and breathable

• Smooth, matte surface

• Perfect for warm sleepers

• Long-lasting crispness wash after wash

At Liceia Home, our Percale line is available in 200TC and 400TC, both woven from long-staple cotton for exceptional durability and softness.

Sateen: Silky, Smooth & Naturally Luxurious

Sateen uses a four-over, one-under weave, which gives the fabric its iconic subtle sheen and silky drape.

Unlike synthetic satin, true cotton sateen remains breathable and gentle on the skin.

• Soft, luxurious touch

• Elegant glow

• Warmer and smoother than percale

• Ideal for colder sleepers or lovers of silky bedding

Our upcoming Liceia Home Sateen collection will embrace this heritage with premium long-staple cotton and a refined, modern palette.

Understanding Thread Count (TC): More Than Just a Number

Thread count influences the feel of your bedding — but it isn’t the whole story. What truly defines luxury is the quality of the cotton, the weave, and the craftsmanship.

• Percale (200–400TC): Fresh, breathable, crisp

• Sateen (300–600TC): Silky, warmer, smoother

Many brands market high TC as a guarantee of luxury, but that’s misleading.

A well-woven 200TC Percale can feel more premium and durable than a poorly woven 800TC fabric.

It’s the weaving expertise, not the marketing claim, that truly matters — and Portugal’s textile region has been perfecting this craft for generations.

Which One Is Right for You?

Choose Percale if you love:

• Hotel-style crispness

• A cool, airy sleep environment

• A modern, matte look

Choose Sateen if you want:

• A silky, luxurious touch

• A warmer sleeping experience

• Elegant drape with a subtle sheen

Both weaves are timeless and crafted to age beautifully.

The Liceia Home Commitment

Whether Percale or Sateen, every Liceia Home piece is:

• Made in Portugal

• Crafted with certified materials

• Designed for durability, softness, and everyday luxury

• Created with intention, heritage, and modern simplicity

Your bed isn’t just a place to sleep — it’s where comfort becomes a ritual.