Percale Waterbed Sheets

Percale waterbed bed sheets can be one hundred percent cotton or a blend of cotton, polyester, nylon or other fabrics and have a different feel than one hundred percent cotton. A common misperception about percale is that is a blend of cotton and polyester or other synthetic fiber.

The term percale refers to a tightly woven fabric with a minimum thread count of two hundred. Percale can be pure cotton or a cotton blend. Percale sheets are crisp to the feel and very durable. The way in which percale thread is treated reduces pilling and helps the sheets hold their shape.

The thread used in the production of percale fabric is treated in a way that tightens the thread and reduces the amount of shedding. Percale will hold its shape and finish longer than low thread count muslin sheets that have a tendency toward pilling, with the fabric getting rough and fuzzy over long use and repeated washings.

Percale waterbed bed sheets are a must for owners of hard-sided waterbeds. The typical hard-sided waterbed consists of a wood frame, a pedestal, decking, vinyl safety liner, heating system and water mattress. Hard sided waterbeds are sized differently than standard mattresses, hence the need for bedding and linens that are designed especially for waterbeds. A standard set of percale waterbed bed sheets includes a top sheet, bottom sheet and two pillow covers.

Even a quality fabric can make for a cheaply manufactured waterbed sheet. Factors such as stitching and proper sizing can affect how the sheet fits on your waterbed and how long it will last. Even the best fabric, poorly sewn will not last. A waterbed bed sheet that is not properly sized may literally come apart at the seams.

Just as with sheets for standard beds, choosing the right fabric for your waterbed bed sheets can make a difference in sleeping comfort. There are many fabric and quality choices that can affect not only comfort but other things as well. Always make your choices based on thread count and overall quality so your next purchase of waterbed sheets will be a smart and comfortable one.