Hotel Bed Linen Specifications: What to Specify When Ordering from India

Hotel Bed Linen Specifications: What to Specify When Ordering from India

Ordering bed linen for a hotel property is a precise technical exercise. A poorly written RFQ results in shipments that look right in the catalogue but fail after 50 washes. This guide gives procurement managers the exact specifications to include when sourcing hotel bed linen from an Indian exporter like Anabyn Global Ventures.

1. Thread Count (TC)

Thread count is the number of horizontal and vertical threads per square inch of fabric. Common hotel grades:

Important: Thread count alone does not determine quality. A 400 TC sheet made from short-staple cotton will pill faster than a 300 TC sheet made from long-staple combed cotton. Always specify the cotton type alongside TC.

2. Weave Type

Percale

A 1-over-1-under weave. Result: crisp, cool, matte finish. Breathable and ideal for warm climates. Becomes softer with each wash. Most popular in Middle East and South Asian hotels.

Sateen

A 4-over-1-under weave. Result: silky, lustrous, slightly warm. Preferred in European luxury properties. Wrinkles less but is slightly less durable than percale.

Twill

A diagonal weave. Durable and resistant to wear. Often used in healthcare and institutional settings.

3. Fabric Composition

Anabyn supplies 100% long-staple Indian cotton sheets as standard, with cotton-polyester blends available on request.

4. Sizing Standards by Region

Always specify your region's standard when ordering:

Always add 30–40cm to sheet lengths to allow for adequate tucking on deep mattresses.

5. Finishing Specifications

6. What to Include in Your Technical RFQ

A complete bed linen RFQ should specify:

7. Quality Testing to Request

Before approving bulk production, request:

Anabyn provides COA (Certificate of Analysis) with all bulk shipments, covering GSM, colorfastness, pH, and shrinkage results.

Conclusion

Getting the specifications right before ordering is the most important step in hotel linen procurement. A detailed RFQ protects your brand standard and eliminates post-shipment disputes.

Contact Anabyn's sourcing desk at sales@anabyn.com to receive our standard RFQ template and sample swatch kit.