Bedding - Tampa

THE ANSWERS TO TWO EASY QUESTIONS WILL ASSIST YOU IN SELECTING THE MOST COMFORTABLE SHEETING ON WHICH YOU HAVE EVER SLEPT.

#1 - What "WEAVE" of sheets do you prefer, PERCALE or SATEEN? PERCALE - The percale weave produces firm and smooth fabric with no gloss. Technically, a percale is a plain weave using one-over, one-under structure. The finish on the sheet is crisper and feels light and cool to the touch. SATEEN - The sateen structure places more threads on the surface, producing the sheen and softer feel. Technically, a sateen uses a different structure in the weaving process, usually a four-over, one-under. This results in a phenomenal sheen, a perfect drape and a silken feel to the touch.

#2 - What "THREAD COUNT" would you like to have in your sheets? THREAD COUNT is nothing more than the numerical number of threads woven in 1 square inch of fabric. Although much attention has been given to thread count, especially in the USA, Thread count is not a barometer of quality. The more important components in selecting luxury sheeting is the fiber, the weave and the finish. These are what truly make a sheet so outstanding. Egyptian Cotton is naturally the longest, most supple thread grown in the world today. Perhaps the only time when thread count has a true meaning as a comparison of quality is when you are comparing the same company's various sheet offerings made in the same country of origin. At this time, the finest sheeting offered is woven in Italy from Egyptian Cotton. Two of Villa Rosa Linens' select sheets of choice are manufactured by SFERRA and YVES DELORME. Their selections include sheets made in both Percale and Sateen weaves and are manufactured in Italy as well as France. We also offer sheeting and bedding from HOME TREASURES, MATOUK, ANN GISH, FINO LINO, ANICHINI, and MONDE MAISON.