Tencel bedding
Our Tencel bedding is made from TENCEL™ Modal with Micro Technology — a particularly fine modal quality made from European beech wood. Woven in a sateen weave, the fabric has a smooth, softly shimmering surface and a light, fluid drape. It absorbs moisture and releases it again. The fabric feels soft against the skin and can feel pleasantly cool, particularly on warm nights. TENCEL™ is Lenzing’s fibre brand; at VON SCHÜTZ, we call this quality MicroModal. Every set is made to order in our ateliers — in the standard sizes of our collection or to your preferred dimensions.
100% modal (MicroModal) · 125 g/m² · sateen weave · made to order
from 149,00 €
What is Tencel? Modal, Lyocell and our MicroModal
Under the TENCEL™ fibre brand, Lenzing offers Modal and Lyocell, among other fibres — two wood-based cellulose fibres. They differ in how they are produced: TENCEL™ Modal is made using a modified viscose process, while TENCEL™ Lyocell is produced in a closed-loop solvent process.
For our bedding, we deliberately chose TENCEL™ Modal with Micro Technology, which we refer to as MicroModal. This fine Modal quality contributes to the fabric’s smooth, soft and silky surface. Combined with the sateen weave, it creates the fabric’s light, fluid drape.
The beechwood used for our MicroModal comes from Europe, and the fibre itself is also produced in Europe. At VON SCHÜTZ, we use both of these TENCEL™ fibre types: MicroModal for bedding and Lyocell for selected duvet and pillow fillings.
The Buna collection
100% Modal (MicroModal) · 125 g/m² · sateen weave
The Buna collection is currently available in white. At 125 g/m², the fabric is light and fluid. The sateen weave — in which the threads pass over several interlacing points — creates a smooth, subtly shimmering surface and a soft drape.
Buna Tencel Modal Collection
MicroModal or cotton?
MicroModal and cotton are both suited to fine bedding, but they differ in origin and drape. MicroModal is made from wood-based cellulose and processed into a fine Modal fibre, resulting in a smooth, subtly shimmering surface with a light, fluid drape.
Our cotton fabrics range from matt and dry in percale to subtly lustrous in sateen. Our cotton sateen also uses a sateen weave; the difference in character comes primarily from the fibre. MicroModal drapes more lightly and fluidly, while our cotton sateen has a more defined, substantial feel.
Tencel Modal and Cotton Compared
MicroModal
Cotton (Percale / Sateen)
Those who prefer the more defined character of cotton will find it matt in our percale bedding and subtly lustrous in our sateen bedding; those seeking a natural fibre with a lively texture may prefer our linen bedding.
MicroModal in summer and throughout the year
MicroModal absorbs moisture and releases it again. The fabric has a smooth handle and can feel pleasantly cool on warm nights. Whether a bed feels warm or cool also depends on the duvet, the room temperature and individual perception — not on the fibre alone.
The silky handle and its care
MicroModal is a particularly fine fibre. Its smooth handle and light drape shape the character of the fabric. The recommended care at low temperatures helps preserve that character. The fabric’s fine, smooth handle is best judged in the hand — with a fabric sample.
From the atelier
Every set is made only after your order is placed. It is cut and sewn in our ateliers in Germany and Poland, while the fabric is woven by our weaving mill in Northern Italy.
The fibre used is TENCEL™ Modal with Micro Technology, made from European beechwood. Textile production therefore remains in Europe — from fibre to finished seam.
The bed linen fabrics used are certified to OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100. Each set is finished with a concealed zip.
In your size
Made to your dimensions — up to 285 cm wide.
The dimensions of your duvet and pillows are what matter, not the size of the bed. Alongside our standard sizes, we make duvet covers to custom dimensions up to 285 cm wide. Widths up to 280 cm can be selected directly in the configurator; wider versions are made following an individual feasibility assessment.
Send us the required width and length in centimetres. Oliwia, our Atelier Concierge, will reply personally by email or WhatsApp and confirm the price before you order. An overview of standard dimensions is available in our bedding size guide.
A set comprising a pillowcase and duvet cover is available from €149. The colour, subtle shimmer and feel of MicroModal are best appreciated by touch. For a sample fee that will be credited in full towards your order, you can compare the fabric at home — alongside percale, sateen and linen in the sample set. Request a fabric sample.
Care: Wash at up to 40 °C
Tencel bedding made from MicroModal should be washed inside out at up to 40 °C. It is suitable for tumble drying at a low temperature and may be ironed at up to 150 °C. When in doubt, follow the sewn-in care label.
Frequently asked questions about Tencel bed linen
What is Tencel bed linen?
Tencel bed linen is made from one of the fibres sold under Lenzing’s TENCEL™ brand. TENCEL™ is a fibre brand, not a single fibre; it includes Modal and Lyocell, among others — two cellulose fibres made from wood-based raw material.
Our Tencel bed linen is made from TENCEL™ Modal with Micro Technology, which we refer to as MicroModal. The fabric weighs 125 g/m², and every set is made to order.
What is the difference between Modal and MicroModal?
Modal is the type of fibre; Micro Technology refers to a particularly fine fibre diameter. Lenzing calls this quality TENCEL™ Modal with Micro Technology, while at VON SCHÜTZ we refer to it as MicroModal. The finer fibre contributes to a smoother, softer surface. The composition remains 100% Modal.
Is Tencel the same as Modal or Lyocell?
TENCEL™ is the fibre brand under which Modal and Lyocell are offered. Both are wood-based cellulose fibres, but they differ in how they are produced and in how they feel. Our bed linen is made from MicroModal, a particularly fine Modal quality, while Lyocell is used in our duvets and pillows.
What is MicroModal made from?
MicroModal is made from pure beechwood sourced from European forests. Cellulose is extracted from the wood and processed into a fine Modal fibre. MicroModal is therefore a regenerated, wood-based cellulose fibre — not a natural fibre such as cotton or linen.
Where does the MicroModal come from?
The beechwood used for our MicroModal comes from European forests, and the fibre itself is produced in Europe. The fabric is woven in Northern Italy and sewn in our ateliers in Germany and Poland. In this way, the textile production remains in Europe — from fibre to finished seam.
Is Tencel bedding cool in summer?
MicroModal absorbs moisture and releases it again, which can make the fabric feel pleasantly cool, especially on warm nights. Whether the bed feels warm or cool also depends on the duvet, the room temperature and personal perception — not on the fibre alone.
How does MicroModal differ from cotton sateen?
Both are woven in a sateen weave and have a subtle shimmer — the difference lies in the fibre. MicroModal feels lighter and drapes more fluidly, while our cotton sateen has a slightly more defined, substantial feel. MicroModal is made from cellulose derived from beechwood, while our sateen is made from cotton.
How should Tencel bedding be cared for?
Tencel bedding made from MicroModal should be washed inside out at up to 40 °C. It is suitable for tumble drying at a low temperature and may be ironed at up to 150 °C. When in doubt, follow the care label on the product.
Which sizes and custom dimensions are available?
Our standard sizes range from 135×200 cm to 280×240 cm, along with the customary sizes for pillowcases, fitted sheets and flat sheets.
Custom dimensions are available subject to technical assessment. Duvet covers up to 280 cm wide can be selected directly in the configurator; wider versions up to 285 cm are made following a personal size assessment.
Send the required width and length to our atelier, and we will confirm the price before you place your order.
What type of closure does the Tencel bedding have?
Our Tencel bedding is finished with a concealed zip. It keeps the cover securely closed and sits discreetly within the construction.