Why are the fabrics used by Oak & Sand different from others?

Most brands have the same offerings in Bamboo and TENCEL™ . They are good in their own way. However, at Oak & Sand, we are fabric crafters. So our main focus isn't on the selling, but to craft better sheets instead, because we believe a better product will sell itself naturally, thus the multitude of fabrics. We do, however, offer our own take on one of them, the TENCEL™ Lyocell, crafted in our specifications and with our own bedsheet features.

Your TENCEL™ X Naia™ contains a blend, is it inferior to other 100% sheets?

The TENCEL X Naia contains a harmonious blend of TENCEL™ fibers from Lenzing and Naia™ fibers from Eastman. The development of this fabric stems from the fact that the regular 100% material composition sheets are harder to maintain and the "feel" changes over time. For some households that is just a pain.The strategic addition of Naia™ fibers here makes the fabric slightly more crisp without compromising the soft and silkiness of the TENCEL™ fibers, thus, adding more durability without sacrificing comfort that the 100% TENCEL™ provides.Also, with different dye absorbency, the result is a cozy linen looking design that brings warmth to a comfy bed.

You say your fabrics are unique, but i saw one of your fabrics being sold in other shops?

Yes, we are aware of such cases, but there is nothing much we could do if others choose to copy from us, be it fabrics, design features, colors, images or even slogans.We'll however, take these as a compliment that we're doing things right. We also take pride in the originality of our work and we're proud of it.To be clear, the TENCEL Lyocell is a classic fabric that is widely available. Please do not think that others had copied from us because we are not the creators! However, we do offer our own take of this classic fabric in our specifications, features and designs.

You're the only brand that engineers your own fabric? I've recently seen others claim the same too.

Unfortunately, we cannot speak for others, only for ourselves. Our advise is to simply take a look at the fabric types offered and product features, you'll then be able to determine if they're just the same as everyone else. We do see brands making their own too! But also a fair share that simply resell factory default products by plastering their name on it.

Why do you offer so many fabrics, what is the best fabric?

We recommend speaking to our team to find out what fits your usage the best. Every household has different practices, so we take these in mind when recommending the correct fabrics to you.For example, some households don't mind air drying their sheets while others prefer sheets that can be conveniently placed in the dryer. Some users prefer a crisp and lush feeling while some prefer an ultra soft and smooth feel.

Are your sheets machine washable?

Our sheets are machine washable and easy to care for! Although they can be tumble dried, we recommend natural air-drying. This applies not just for your bedding, but for all your favourite fabric items including Tees and dresses.

What does yarn size 60s,80s or 140s mean?

Yarn size basically refers to how thick the yarn is. The higher the number, the thinner it is. It terms of which is better, it really depends on how you craft your final fabric as different specifications will affect the touch. For example, our Giza Egyptian cotton utilizes the 140s yarns, but you will have to construct the fabric it in a certain way in order for it not to break.

Does a higher price equates to a better fabric?

Only to a certain extent, price is usually determined by the rarity and yarn size of the fibers, how common the fabric is in the market, how much is the profit margin of the product and the location of retail (overheads).But the short answer is, no, because certain cheaper and more common fabrics are actually better materials. It is how you harmonize all the specifics in fabric engineering, and that is what makes it so interesting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Bedsheet materials

What Materials are available?

Hotel Luxury Cotton. The sheets you’ll find in most 4-5 star hotels

Giza Egyptian Cotton. The finest cotton sheets in the world

Tencel Lyocell. Made from Eucalyptus fibres, extremely soft and smooth

Tencel x Naia. Our own unique created made of Eucalyptus and Pine fibres.

What is Tencel x Naia?

Tencel x Naia is Oak & Sands own unique fabric. We blend Tencel Lyocell and Naia Eastman Fibres together to create a material that is still as soft and cooling as the 100% Tencel Lyocell but more durable and resistant to pilling

What is thread count?

Thread count is the measurement of the threads of fibre per square inch of fabric. A General note is that Higher thread count does not equate to softer sheets as many other factors such as Yarn sizing and weave matters.

We use the optimal thread count of 300TC for our Tencel Lyocell, Tencel Naia and Luxury Hotel Cotton sheets and a 580TC for our Giza Egyptian Cotton.

Why does oak & Sand not use 1000+TC sheets?

A thread count of that size is due to manufactures artificially inflating the thread count by using 2 or 3 ply sheets to double or triple the amount.

Pillows

What Is our pillows filled with?

We use a fine fill of microfibre to ensure that the pillows have a sink-in feeling and don’t flatten overtime

What is the difference between soft and medium?

The main difference is the weight, Medium - 1550gs and Soft - 1400gs. If you like stacking your pillows, we’d recommend having 2 Soft Pillows.

Duvets

What are the duvets filled with?

Our Duvets are filled with a Down-like ultra fine fibre, to keep you warm while not having to harm any animals when making our products.

What is the difference between luxury and summer?

The Summer is perfect if you are someone who like a duvet that keeps you warm but not too hot, say if you like your room not too cold.

The Luxury is perfect if you have fairly cold air conditioning (24 Degrees or below) and if you like a little bit of weight to your duvets.

Mattress

What is van vorst?

Van Vorst is an American luxury mattress brand founded in 1886

What is Biorytmic sleep?

The formulation of minerals specially applied onto Biorytmic Sleep mattress ticking disperse vibrational energy that activate the meridians of the body through impulses for a better sleep environment conducive to improved intra-body communication.

What is the benefit of memory foam?

Memory foam is designed to contour to the shape of your body to help relieve pressure points and provide spine support.

Does the mattress methylene chloride?

No, The Van Vorst Mattress are made sustainably and ethically.

General FAQs

Can I test the materials before buying?

Yes you can make an appointment with us to test the sheets, pillows, duvets and mattress so you can make an informed decision.

Are there any hypoallergenic options for people with allergies?

Our Tencel Lyocell and Tencel Naia sheets are naturally hypoallergenic and they have also been Oeko-Tex® certified (The International Association for Research and Testing in the Field of Textile and Leather Ecology)

Our Pillows and Duvets are also Hypoallergenic*

The Van Vorst Mattresses are Ecoolatex® which means they are naturally dust mites and bacteria resistant.

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