If you fall victim to night sweats, you’ve probably already tried a few sets of cooling sheets. However, if you’ve never tried the best percale sheets, we’re about to put you on. People compare the popular fabrics because of their natural fibers (percale: cotton; linen: flax) and breathability that keep things cool beneath the covers.
From Internet-favorite Brooklinen and Parachute bed sheets to underrated Double Stitch and CB2 finds, we put these top-rated percale sheets through the ringer to bring you the cream of the crop. Some were surprisingly cozy, while others were refreshing and cooling—just as I expected. Overall, one thing was clear: There’s a reason why the best hotel bed you’ve slept in probably had these sweet, durable threads. Read on and find our top picks for the best percale sheets below.
The Best Percale Sheets, At a Glance
How We Chose the Best Percale Sheets
After thoroughly researching what, exactly, makes percale sheets so comfortable, we tested the most popular options from go-to brands like Saatva, Quince, Parachute, and more. We slept, napped, and lounged on these sheets to get a full sense of their coziness and cooling factors, and we also took into account the sheets’ durability, materials, care instructions, and more.
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The Saatva Percale Sheet Set has the cool factor you need in percale sheets—in terms of both temperature regulation and luxury feel.
The majority of Saatva (best known for its luxury mattresses) reviewers applaud this sheet set for its chill and soft threads, but they warn of the fabric’s wrinkly nature. We didn’t have that much of an issue, finding that the steamy dryer got the wrinkles out of our sheets pretty well, but what they lack in smoothness, they make up for in temperature regulation. They’re lightweight and run a bit thin so they don’t trap body heat and have a lovely soft weave. The fabric is made from long-staple cotton and features a 200 thread count which amps up the breathability. Bonus: The fitted sheet has deep pockets that cover mattresses up to 16 inches tall. If you like a softer and cozier experience, steer clear. If you run hot, however, definitely give these a try.
The Quince Classic Organic Percale Sheets ring in at under $100 for a queen set (yes, really), and we were still blown away by their quality and durability.
The Quince Classic Organic Percale Sheets are such a steal, it almost feels illegal. The company is known for jaw-droppingly low prices across clothing and home goods, and the percale sheets are no exception. Not only does the $80 pack include the standard fitted sheet, flat sheet, and two pillowcases, but you also enjoy a 365-day return process (and yes, bedding can be washed or used, as long as you return within the year-long time frame). We’ve tested over 500 mattresses and hundreds of bedding sets, and that’s one of the most generous return policies we’ve ever come across for such a budget-friendly sheet set. The sheets themselves feel smooth and breathable, and in our experience, the sheets get softer with every wash.
The Parachute Percale Sheet Set has everything you need to rest easy, including a cool-to-the-touch feel and high-quality, long staple cotton.
We couldn’t stop running our legs over these Parachute sheets—they were that smooth. We blame our hyperfixation on the 100% Egyptian cotton material, which is characterized by extra-long and -fine fibers that add durability. Not only that, but no amount of friction would heat them up, they were so cooling. (They’re more lightweight than thick, perhaps even a little too thin for some people.) However, we were most blown away by the thoughtful craftsmanship. The fitted sheet has a nice stretchy band that cinched over the corners of our mattress with ease, and the deep envelope pillowcase secured our pillow perfectly (although you can opt for a side opening if that’s more your vibe).
The Brooklinen Classic Percale Core Sheets have a tight weave with long-staple cotton for max comfort—plus, a genius hack for making the bed easier.
NGL, Brooklinen’s sheet set surprised us. It’s hands down one of the softest and most well-made sets on this list. Brooklinen also has some of the best bedding colorways and prints around, and our Oxford Stripe sheets are absolutely dashing. The fabric is thick and was crisp to the touch when we first laid down; yes, the set’s 270-thread count, extra-long-staple cotton material and matte finish lived up to the “cooling” hype. When we flipped our pillow, the sensation rivaled a York Peppermint Pattie commercial—chilling, almost pleasantly tingly.
The brand has an extremely loyal fanbase and, according to the on-site description, this sheet set is Brooklinen’s claim to fame. One pleasant surprise? The sheets are labeled with “long” and “short” for making the bed correctly on the first try. We definitely recommend it for temperate sleepers who love a luxurious, hotel-like experience and a wide range of color options.
The Company Story Classic Cool Cotton Percale Sheet Set is the antidote to sad beige design. Go wild with the colorful options available—hell, you can even mix and match if your heart desires.
We respect those of you who can commit to white bedsheets and keep them from turning that vile, dingy yellow color—truly, your laundering skills are unmatched. But for those who prefer a little more color to hide any untoward stains or add a punch of color to your bedding, we recommend this percale set from The Company Store. With nearly 20 colors to choose from (and relatively low prices among the sheets we tested), you can grab a sheet set for every mood and season. The combed cotton helps increase the sheets’ durability (“combed” cotton has been treated to remove any short or broken fibers), and we appreciated that these felt substantial, but still light.
The Double Stitch Perfect Blend Percale Sheet Set is the perfect transition sheet set for those who have snubbed percale in the past, thanks to the glossy feel of Tencel lyocell.
We’ll say it: Double Stitch perfected the smooth percale sheet. If you’ve traditionally opted for sateen sheets or bamboo sheets because percale is “too stiff” for you, we beg you to give this set a try. Why? Because it’s 65% lyocell and only 35% cotton. Tencel lyocell is a semi-synthetic fabric derived from wood pulp (often bamboo), and it replicates the glossy feel of silk at a lower price point. It’s also moisture-wicking—aka cooling. Mix that satin feel together with matte cotton threads, and this supple percale sheet set is born.
As fans of bamboo lyocell who are occasionally fatigued by its slippery nature, we think this hybrid is genius. The construction is nice as well and the fitted sheet covered my mattress nicely. We slept comfortably and weren’t frozen, but definitely temperate. It may be obvious, but this set literally gives you the best of both worlds and is, therefore, a total crowd-pleaser.
The Coyuchi Organic Percale Sheet Set is perfect for linen-lovers who want to add a percale option to their bedding rotation.
When someone mentions Coyuchi, we instantly think of luxury, elegance and, most of all, sustainability. The brand’s eco-conscious initiatives are, of course, great for the planet, but they also enhance the quality of its products. Like all of Coyuchi’s cotton bedding, this percale sheet set is 100% organic and sourced from low-impact farms.
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