Modal bedding, made from beechwood pulp, offers the sheen of silk and the easy care of cotton. This article compares two different brands of luxury modal sheets: SDH Legna Classic and Home Treasures Athens.
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Modal Sateen: A Beautiful, Sustainable Choice for Luxury Bedding
Made from the cellulose fiber of the beechwood tree, modal fabric is having a moment in the world of luxury bed sheets. And at Fine Linen and Bath, we couldn’t be happier. We think high-quality modal bedding is indeed something special. This breathable, versatile fabric offers the softness of silk with the easy care of a cotton sheet set, and so much more:
- Modal sateen sheets drape beautifully and resist pilling for long-lasting style.
- Modal sheets can be easily washed by machine and grows softer with repeated washings.
- Along with feeling luxurious, modal fibers are breathable for maximum comfort and temperature regulation (great for hot sleepers)
- Modal is manufactured from beech trees, which are renewable and require less water to grow than cotton. This makes modal sustainable and environmentally friendly.
Natural Forest of Beech Trees
But with all there is to love about this fabric, knowing where to begin shopping for luxury modal bedding can be overwhelming. As always, the Fine Linen and Bath design team is here to help. This blog will introduce you to the SDH Legna Classic and Home Treasures Athena, two of the premiere modal bedding styles in our collection of brands. Read on for the information and inspiration you need to pick your perfect modal sheet set.
SDH Legna Classic: European Elegance, Sustainable Style
Made with wood pulp harvested in carefully managed European forests, SDH Legna Classic is luxury modal bedding that lives up to its name. The timeless style features hemmed sheets with mitered corners; duvet covers and pillowcases have a button closure. This stunning solid bedding comes in thirteen stylish shades and is luxuriously soft for true and lasting beauty. SDH is recognized as an international leader in environmentally conscious luxury linens. SDH Legna Classic is OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified.
The SDH Legna Classic collection includes sheets, pillowcases, duvets, and shams in Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King. Solid sateen colors include Cappuccino, Clay, Cloud, Cobalt, Ecru, Flax, Glacier, Mushroom, Parchment, Sand, Shark, Silver and Smoke. SDH Legna Classic also includes a range of breathable modal baby and crib bedding in Cloud, Glacier, and Sand colors.
Made in Italy from 100% wood fiber. (Note: for comparison purposes, we are highlighting SDH Legna Classic, which is a solid pattern. Other SDH Legna styles are available in stripes and patterns).
SDH Classic Bedding Collection
About SDH
SDH is recognized worldwide as an industry leader in environmentally conscious luxury linens, they create timeless luxury for every lifestyle. Their unwavering commitment to timeless style, impeccable quality, and lasting comfort, is unmatched. You can browse all of SDH products here.
Home Treasures Athens: Your Choice of Pattern and Bespoke Options
Athens is the modal bedding style from legendary textile company, Home Treasures. One of Home Treasures most popular collections, Athens is made from natural beechwood fiber modal that is soft, smooth, and easy to care for. It will grow softer wash after wash. This popular collection is finished with a hand-guided hemstitch along the flange and cuff hem. Home Treasures Athens is OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified.
The Home Treasures Athens Collection includes sheets, pillowcases, duvets, shams, and skirts in Twin, Full, Queen, King, and Cal King. Athens comes in three colors, Candlelight, Ivory, and White and three patterns, Solid, Stripe, and Dot for a versatile range of looks. In the home textiles industry, Home Treasures is widely known for its stunning made-to-order quilts and other bespoke bed linen. In keeping with this tradition, Athens fabric can be sewn into bespoke quilts and coverlets customized to your individual specifications. Fabric by the yard is also available.
Home Treasures Athens is made in the United States of imported 100% beechwood modal.
Home Treasures Athens Bedding in White Stripe and Solid Styles
About Home Treasures
The luxurious patterns and fabrics of Home Treasures are what draws customers to this wonderful brand. Their nearly limitless options for customization of products allow you the ability to create exactly what you want. You can browse all of Home Treasures products here.
Comparing SDH Legna Classic and Home Treasures Athens Modal Sateen Bedding
| SDH Legna Classic Bedd | Home Treasures Athens Bedding | |
|---|---|---|
| Material and Weave | 100% beechwood fiber modal sateen weave | 100% beechwood fiber modal sateen weave |
| Products Available | Sheets, pillowcases, duvet cover, shams | Sheets, pillowcases, duvet cover, shams, skirts |
| Colors |
13: Cappuccino, Clay, Cloud, Cobalt, Ecru, Flax, Glacier, Mushroom, Parchment, Sand, Shark, Silver Smoke |
3: Candlelight, Ivory, White |
| Pattern | Solid | Solid, Stripe, Dot in collection |
| Sizes | Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King | Twin, Full, Queen, King, Cal King |
| Finishing Details | Flat sheets are hemmed on four sides and mitered corners and generous turn back. Duvet covers and pillowcases have buttoned closure. |
Shams: Hand-guided hemstitch on the flange hem Pillowcases: Hand-guided hemstitch on the cuff hem Bed skirts: with three panels, 3” platform strips, a 14” drop and a tone-on-tone, hand-guided hemstitch. Duvet covers: finished with knife edge and button closure. |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
USA of imported fabric |
| OEKO-TEX© STANDARD 100 Certified | Flat sheets are hemmed on four sides and mitered corners and generous turn back. Duvet covers and pillowcases have buttoned closure. |
Shams: Hand-guided hemstitch on the flange hem Pillowcases: Hand-guided hemstitch on the cuff hem Bed skirts: with three panels, 3” platform strips, a 14” drop and a tone-on-tone, hand-guided hemstitch. Duvet covers: finished with knife edge and button closure. |
| Baby Bedding | Cloud, Glacier, Sand |
n/a |
| Price (Queen set including flat sheet, fitted sheet, two pillowcases) | $1,086 | $754 |
| Custom Options | n/a | Yardage, three yard minimum, quilted pillow shams and coverlets made to order |
Which Modal Bedding is Best for You?
With two luxurious styles from home textile luminaries like SDH and Home Treasures, you really cannot go wrong. SDH Lenga Classic offers a wider range of colors, while Home Treasures Athens offers a more limited selection of colors but multiple patterns and options for customizing quilts, shams, and coverlets. Choosing between these styles comes down to personal preference and design timeline. The Fine Linen and Bath design team is available to offer personalized recommendations, consultation, and even complimentary swatch samples for you to review at home prior to purchase. You can also learn more about SDH Legna bedding and Home Treasures Athens bedding.
