Why Is 100% TENCEL™ Modal Bedding So Hard to Find?
If you’ve ever searched for luxurious modal bedding, you may have noticed something surprising: 100% modal sheets can be surprisingly difficult to find.
That’s because “modal” is a broad category, while TENCEL™ Modal is a specific branded form of modal fiber produced by Lenzing. And not all bedding marketed as “modal” is 100% modal. Many products are blends containing cotton, polyester, or other fibers.
At BleuBully Bedding, we chose to do things differently. Our sheets are made from 100% TENCEL™ Modal, giving you the complete modal experience without blending it with other fibers.
Modal vs. 100% TENCEL™ Modal
| Feature | Modal | 100% TENCEL™ Modal |
|---|---|---|
| What is it? | A type of regenerated cellulose fiber | A specific branded form of modal fiber made by Lenzing |
| Fiber content | May be 100% modal or blended with other fibers | 100% TENCEL™ Modal in BleuBully sheets |
| Softness | Soft and smooth | Exceptionally soft and smooth |
| Drape | Naturally fluid and comfortable | Beautiful, luxurious drape |
| Moisture management | Naturally moisture absorbent | Designed for excellent moisture management |
| Wood source | Depends on the manufacturer | Made from responsibly sourced wood, including beech and other species |
| Environmental profile | Varies depending on how it is produced | TENCEL™ uses a resource-efficient production process |
| Manufacturing standards | Vary by manufacturer | Produced by Lenzing using its specialized TENCEL™ Modal process |
| Certification | Depends on the individual product | BleuBully sheets are OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified |
| Price | Can range from economical to premium | Premium-priced due to the branded fiber and specialized production |
What Makes TENCEL™ Modal Special?
Modal is made from cellulose derived from wood. TENCEL™ Modal uses cellulose from responsibly sourced wood, including beech trees.
The cellulose is transformed into an incredibly soft, smooth fiber that can be woven into beautiful, luxurious fabric. Because it originates from renewable wood rather than petroleum-based materials such as conventional polyester, TENCEL™ Modal is an appealing choice for consumers who want to make more environmentally conscious choices without giving up luxury.
But the TENCEL™ name is important. It identifies a specific branded fiber produced by Lenzing using specialized processes and standards.
In other words, “modal” describes the type of fiber, while “TENCEL™ Modal” identifies a specific branded modal fiber.
Why Is 100% TENCEL™ Modal More Expensive?
Premium bedding starts with premium materials.
TENCEL™ Modal requires specialized fiber production and carefully controlled manufacturing processes. That comes at a higher cost than many conventional fibers.
There's also an important difference between 100% TENCEL™ Modal and a modal blend.
Blending modal with cotton, polyester, or other fibers can reduce the cost of the finished fabric. That's one reason modal blends are more common and often less expensive.
At BleuBully, we chose 100% TENCEL™ Modal because we wanted our customers to experience the distinctive softness, smoothness, drape, and comfort of the fiber without diluting it with other materials.
Quality You Can Feel—and Trust
Our commitment doesn't stop with the fiber.
BleuBully Bedding's 100% TENCEL™ Modal sheets are OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified, a globally recognized textile testing standard for harmful substances.
Because your sheets are in direct contact with your skin for hours every night, we believe the materials you sleep on matter.
Why We Chose 100% TENCEL™ Modal
There are plenty of sheets that contain modal. But genuine 100% TENCEL™ Modal bedding is harder to find because premium fibers, specialized production, and 100% fiber content come at a higher cost.
At BleuBully Bedding, we believe that investment is worth it.
Our sheets combine exceptional softness, luxurious drape, moisture-management properties, a renewable wood-based fiber origin, and OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certification.
It's more than simply choosing modal.
It's choosing 100% TENCEL™ Modal, and experiencing the difference premium bedding can make.
When you spend a third of your life in bed, we think the fabric you sleep on matters.
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