What Does Sateen Finish Mean

Sateen refers to a weave pattern rather than a material. This weave uses a one yarn under, three or four yarns over pattern. … While the materials play a major role, sateen sheets typically drape well, resist wrinkles, and have a silky finish with a slight sheen.

What is better cotton or sateen?

In Sateen, the long cotton fibers are mercerized, meaning soaked in lye (sodium hydroxide) and then in an acid. This sort of “seals” the fibers, making them more durable and long lasting than untreated cotton. It also means the fibers used in Sateen take dye better.

Is sateen a good fabric?

Sateen sheets are considered high end and luxurious as they are soft and silky to the touch. They can be slightly slippery but many people like that feel.