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How to Choose Bed Sheets: Materials, Weaves, Sizes and Care

Good sheets make a big difference to how you sleep. Here's what to look at when you shop.

Materials

  • Cotton: breathable and easy to wash. A popular all-round choice.
  • Microfiber (polyester): soft, wrinkle-resistant and usually budget-friendly, but can feel warmer.
  • Bamboo-derived fabrics (such as viscose or lyocell): smooth and soft, often chosen by people who sleep warm.
  • Linen: textured, breathable and gets softer with washing.

Sheet set from the Jordyn Collection
Shown: Jordyn Collection sheet set

Weave

  • Percale: crisp, matte and cool.
  • Sateen: smoother with a slight sheen, and a little warmer.

100% Turkish cotton flannel sheet set, Boulder Collection
Shown: 100% Turkish cotton flannel sheet set, Boulder Collection

Thread count

Thread count is the number of threads per square inch. Higher isn't always better. Fiber quality and weave matter more than a very high number.

Check your mattress depth

Measure your mattress height, including any topper, and make sure the fitted sheet's pocket depth is deep enough.

Standard US mattress sizes

  • Twin: 38 x 75 in
  • Twin XL: 38 x 80 in
  • Full: 54 x 75 in
  • Queen: 60 x 80 in
  • King: 76 x 80 in
  • California King: 72 x 84 in

Care

Wash new sheets before first use, follow the care label, and avoid very high dryer heat to reduce shrinking and pilling.

Silk pillowcase
Shown: Silk pillowcase

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