Flat sheets for your bed – compare fabrics, dimensions and finishing details
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More about Sheets
Why choose a flat sheet?
A flat sheet is a rectangular piece of bedding without the elasticated corners of a fitted sheet. Depending on the product and your preference, it can be used in different bed arrangements. If you want to tuck it around a mattress, allow enough extra fabric on every side. As a separate layer beneath a duvet, focus instead on the coverage you want. Decide how you will use the sheet before choosing its outer dimensions.
Which flat-sheet dimensions do you need?
Measure mattress width and length, then decide how much fabric you want to hang or tuck in at the sides. Choosing a sheet with exactly the same width as the mattress will generally not leave that allowance. A deep mattress also takes up additional fabric. Compare your measurements with the actual stated sheet size. A photograph cannot reliably show how much overhang you will have on your own bed.
Compare fabric and finishing details
Read the full composition for every sheet. Bamboo-labelled textiles may use viscose derived from bamboo; other sheets may use cotton or fibre blends. A smooth or brushed finish can feel different and require different care. Check the hems and any special construction too. Choose a product that suits its intended use and your laundry routine, rather than relying only on a product name or thread-count figure.
Care and coordinating bedding
Follow the individual care label and check whether tumble drying is allowed. Wash similar colours together and fold the sheet only once it is completely dry. If you combine several bedding layers, compare the dimensions and composition of each piece. A spare sheet can be useful when changing the bed while another set is still drying.
| Use | Measure |
|---|---|
| Tucking around a mattress | Mattress size, depth and extra tucking allowance |
| Separate top layer | Required coverage and overhang |
Frequently asked questions
Is a flat sheet the same as a fitted sheet?
No. A flat sheet does not have the elasticated corners of a fitted sheet.
Should a flat sheet be larger than the mattress?
Tucking in or creating overhang requires extra fabric. Calculate this from your bed and intended use.
Are all sheets made from bamboo?
No. Read the full composition of the individual item.
Can I wash sheets with duvet covers?
Only when their colours and care instructions are compatible.
Complete your selection
Coordinate with duvet covers, fitted sheets and pillowcases from our bedding collection. Read our duvet cover size guide when choosing a compatible cover.
