Pillow Guy Sheets Review - Tencel or Percale?
Pillow Guy Sheets Review - Tencel or Percale?
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Bedding brand Pillow Guy makes a variety of accessories for all kinds of sleepers, but in this review we’re focusing exclusively on its sheets. In fact, I’m reviewing both sheet sets this brand has to offer — the Classic Cool \u0026 Crisp Set and the Luxe Soft \u0026 Smooth Set.
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0.089 -> [background music]
1.089 -> Sarah: Hey, guys.
2.089 -> It's Sarah from Sleepopolis.
3.089 -> Today, we're taking a look at sheets from
Pillow Guy, both the Classic Cool and Crisp
7.1 -> Set and the Luxe Soft and Smooth Set.
10.37 -> Stay tuned because I'm going to show you what
they're both made of, how they feel, and which
13.92 -> sleepers might be compatible with which one.
20.06 -> I've got both Pillow Guy's sheet sets on the
bed right now.
22.859 -> I did a little mix and matching so that we
can get the sense of both of them at the same
26.869 -> time.
27.93 -> Before I get into my first impressions, if
throughout the course of this video any questions
31.74 -> come up or you want a personal recommendation
from me, please feel free to give me a shout
35.37 -> in the comment section below.
36.53 -> I'll be happy to help.
37.6 -> Now, I'm testing the Classic Cool and Crisp
as the fitted sheet and two pillow cases.
42.309 -> Then I've got the Luxe Soft and Smooth, which
I'll be honest, I think should be renamed
47.309 -> to Silky and Smooth, because it's so silky.
51.43 -> It's luxuriously silky, and it's got a very
lustrous sheen.
55.69 -> Either way, I'm knowing that.
58.11 -> If you're someone who prefers that silky hand-feel
and a lustrous sheen to your bed sheets, this
63.29 -> one is probably going to be the right pick
for you.
65.979 -> Meanwhile, the Crisp and Cool sheets set is
definitely living up to its name.
70.1 -> It's got that freshly-ironed, button-down
shirt kind of feel.
74.479 -> Super crisp but also it's feeling light and
breathable, which is giving me the good signs
78.409 -> that it's going to help me sleep cool.
80.67 -> Now that we've taken a first look, let's go
ahead and dive deeper into what each sheet
84.779 -> set is made of.
85.829 -> First, let's talk about what the Cool and
Crisp sheet set is made of.
89.99 -> First of all, its 100-percent long staple
cotton, which gives you great durability.
94.979 -> The general rule of thumb when you are shopping
for cotton bedding is the longer the fiber
98.909 -> -- also known as staple -- the more soft and
durable the finished product will be.
103.09 -> It features a 400-thread count and a percale
weave.
107.189 -> When it comes to thread count, there is a
misconception that you need a super high thread
113.1 -> count of 800 or a thousand in order to enjoy
a nice soft set of sheets, but that's just
118.309 -> not the case.
119.309 -> In fact, a 400-thread count is actually considered
to be luxuriously soft.
124.219 -> I would definitely say these sheets are no
exception.
126.85 -> As far as what percale means, when you're
on the hunt for cotton bedding, you'll notice
130.869 -> that you're frequently posed with two options
-- percale and sateen.
135.4 -> These terms refer to the weave style used
to make the bedding.
138.849 -> In this case, we're dealing with the percale
weave, which gives you that crisp, cool, classic
143.99 -> cotton feel that, like I said, often feels
like a freshly-ironed, button-down dress shirt.
150.84 -> Compared to a sateen weave, percale does have
a reputation for being more breathable, better
155.849 -> for hot sleepers or hot weather.
158.18 -> Again, I'm definitely feeling that to be the
case with this sheet set.
161.65 -> When I was bellowing it over the mattress,
I feel a lot of air flowing through the fabric.
166.03 -> Like I said, I'm getting a good sense that
it's going to help keep me cool.
169.86 -> When it comes to the Luxe Soft and Smooth
sheet set, which I've got here in white, it's
175.659 -> made from 100-percent TENCEL and features
a sateen weave.
179.65 -> With a sateen weave, you're getting this silky,
smooth hand-feel and a lustrous sheen.
185.719 -> It's important to remember that with sateen,
usually you're going to get that shiny, silky-looking
190.88 -> feel.
191.89 -> With percale, you're going to get a matte
appearance and more of a crisp feel.
196.31 -> These are definitely some of the silkiest
and shiniest sateen sheets I've ever tested.
200.859 -> Again, if you're into that lustrous look,
these are probably going to be right up your
204.58 -> alley.
205.9 -> We know it's silky and smooth, but what is
TENCEL?
209.17 -> TENCEL is actually the trademark name for
lyocell, which is a sustainably sourced material
214.959 -> made from dissolving wood pulp.
216.639 -> In this case, the wood pulp of eucalyptus
trees.
219.749 -> Eco-friendly sleepers, this might be a particularly
good pick for you.
224.06 -> Not only is this a sustainable sourced material,
but the whole TENCEL production process is
228.68 -> environmentally friendly.
229.749 -> If you want to know more about that, I dive
into all kinds of detail in my full written
233.45 -> review, which is linked below.
234.9 -> Another thing that's great about TENCEL is
lyocell fibers are famous for being super
240.329 -> durable, naturally hypoallergenic, antimicrobial,
moisture wicking.
245.109 -> For all of these perks, TENCEL is often blended
with cotton, so you're boosting that durability
251.269 -> and bringing those nice hypoallergenic properties
to the table as well.
255.409 -> Because these sheets are made from 100-percent
TENCEL, you get to enjoy TENCEL in all of
260.459 -> its glory.
261.459 -> Now, we know what both of these sheet sets
are made of, but what comes with each set?
265.86 -> The Crisp and Cool set is a four-piece set
that comes with one top sheet, two pillow
271.29 -> case that feature those envelop closures,
and one fitted sheet capable of accommodating
276.63 -> mattresses up to 16-inches deep, so nice deep
pockets.
280.55 -> Then the Soft and Smooth Luxe sheet set is
a six-piece set that comes with everything
286.38 -> that the Crisp and Cool set comes with, plus
two additional pillowcases.
291.66 -> Let's go ahead and recap the highlights and
potential pitfalls of each sheet set, so you
296.139 -> know which one is best for you.
297.72 -> There's a lot that I'm liking about both of
these sheet sets, but to be completely honest
301.87 -> with you, I do prefer the TENCEL.
304.59 -> Why?
305.59 -> First of all, it's got this gorgeous lustrous
sheen that I personally find to be irresistible,
310.19 -> a luxuriously silky-smooth hand-feel.
312.53 -> At the end of the day, bedding is really about
your preference.
315.19 -> Not to mention, it's made from 100-percent
TENCEL, which, like I said, is a very eco-friendly
319.96 -> material but also comes with all these wonderful
perks.
322.94 -> It's very absorbent.
323.94 -> It's hypoallergenic, antimicrobial.
324.94 -> It's working extra hard to keep those allergens
at bay.
330.039 -> Meanwhile, the percale sheet set is also nice.
333.449 -> It's very breathable.
335.099 -> Between the two, it is going to be a better
pick for those of you who run hot.
339.09 -> It's also very crisp and offers that classic
crisp, cotton feel.
343.31 -> Again, if you know that you're more into a
matte appearance with a crisp hand-feel, definitely
348.78 -> go with the percale.
350.069 -> Regardless of which set you choose, they're
both very durable.
353.8 -> You've got the long-staple cotton, which is
bringing great durability to the game.
357.72 -> Also, TENCEL lyocell fibers are known for
their durability.
361.74 -> Either set is built to last.
364.25 -> Additionally, each set comes with pretty easy
wash care.
367.12 -> All you got to do is throw it in a cool, gentle
cycle with mild detergent, tumble dry on low
372.52 -> heat, and that's it.
373.9 -> Like I said, it does make wash care pretty
easy for both sets.
377.009 -> Another thing that I like about this brand
is that both sheet sets come with a 30-day
381.42 -> sleep-free guarantee, which basically means
you have 30 full nights to get the sense of
386.819 -> whether or not these sheets are the right
fit for you.
389.65 -> If throughout the course of that 30 days you
decide that you're not satisfied, you can
393.491 -> just send them on back and you'll be fully
refunded.
395.18 -> Of course, there are a few things to think
about before you make your purchase.
399.289 -> First of all, price.
400.91 -> While it is true that long-staple cotton and
TENCEL do often tend to come at higher price
405.729 -> points because of superior durability, these
sheets are actually more expensive compared
411.05 -> to others that I've tested in their category.
413.25 -> We got the percale set ranging for about $200
to $250 and the TENCEL sheet set ranging from
419.32 -> $300 to $350.
420.56 -> Frankly, that's just not going to be in everyone's
price range.
423.09 -> Of course, you do have that nice 30-day trial
period, so test them out.
427.52 -> You might just decide that they're worth the
dough.
429.59 -> Something to think about the sateen sheet
set is while TENCEL does bring these great
434.04 -> moisture-wicking properties to the table,
a sateen weave does tend to produce a thicker
438.87 -> sheet that lies heavier on the body and is
usually less breathable as compared to percale.
444.75 -> I'm definitely finding that to be the case
with these sheets.
447.59 -> The sateen sheet set, while it is very silky
smooth, is definitely going to be better for
452.21 -> folks trying to keep warm or better for cooler
weather as it does, like I said, lie heavier
457.05 -> on the body and does not produce as much air
flow.
461.65 -> When it comes to the Crisp and Cool percale
sheet set on the other hand, it does wrinkle
466.539 -> very easily.
468.199 -> This is not unique to this particular sheet
set as a percale weave does have a reputation
473.069 -> for just wrinkling easily.
474.59 -> Luckily, it is machine wash and dryable.
477.28 -> If I were you, I would pull them out of the
dry cycle as soon as the cycle is finished.
481.91 -> Stretch it out over your mattress.
483.62 -> That should serve to keep the wrinkles at
bay.
485.9 -> However, if you can't stand a single wrinkle,
you can iron on a low heat.
494.38 -> [background music]
496.16 -> Sarah: That's it from me, but for every last
detail on both of these sheet sets, be sure
500.87 -> to check out my full written review, which
is linked below.
503.819 -> By the way, I have reviewed Pillow Guy pillows.
506.75 -> If you want to know about those, just google
Sleepopolis Pillow Guy pillows.
509.919 -> It will be the first thing that pops up.
511.75 -> I do hope you've found this review to be helpful.
513.75 -> If you did, be sure to like and subscribe
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516.66 -> Follow us on social media, because we're always
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520.75 -> in mind -- to get you some better sleep.
523.33 -> Thanks for watching.
524.33 -> I'll see you next time.
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