Best Bed Sheet Reviews 2018

The biggest factor influencing price for bed sheets is the material used. 100% cotton or sheet sets with a high thread count usually cost more than blended fabrics. We’ve picked five of the best sheet sets on the market for this review based on price and color availability. They range from $25 per set to about $80 per set. If you’re shopping for a vacation property or guest room, a more economical bed sheet set will probably do the trick. If you plan on sleeping on the sheets nightly and comfort and durability are important to you, then spending a little bit more for a higher quality sheet set may be worth your while.

Different people want different things from their bed sheets, depending on the size of their mattress, personal style and the kinds of material they prefer. Bed sheets can vary dramatically in price, quality and style, ranging from luxurious 100% Egyptian cotton to low-cost synthetic options. One great thing about bed sheets, is that modern technology has led to the development of new, synthetic blends that are affordable yet last as long as higher-priced sets.

Regardless of your personal taste and budget, there are a few features that you may want to look out for in all bed sheets.

• Made from a durable material that you also find comfortable
• Available in a range of sizes from Twin up to California King
• A wide variety of colors and patterns to choose from
• Tightly stiched pockets that won’t rip when stretched
• Allergen information, if this pertains to you

This gives you an idea of what to look for when shopping for bed sheets. Now, let’s take a closer look at the construction and design aspect of sheet sets.

Bed sheets are usually available in Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King and California King sizes. You may find that some manufacturers only offer certain sizes, which can be a real bummer if you find a sheet set you adore only to find out it’s only available in Twin through King sizes. If this happens to you (we hope it doesn’t!), then your best bet is just to keep shopping around. It’s important that you choose the right bed sheet size for your mattress because sheets that are too small will rip and tear while sheets that are too large will result in excess fabric.

Here’s a list of the common dimensions for bed sheets depending on size:

• Flat Twin: 66 x 96”
• Flat Twin XL: 72 x 114”
• Flat Full: 81 x 96”
• Flat Queen: 90 x 102”
• Flat King: 108 x 102”
• Flat Cali King: 102 x 110”
• Fitted Twin: 39 x 75”
• Fitted Twin XL: 39 x 80”
• Fitted Full: 54 x 75”
• Fitted Queen: 60 x 80”
• Fitted King: 76 x 80”
• Fitted Cali King: 72 x 84”

Remember, bed sheets also come in different depths, depending on the thickness of your mattress. Here are some standard measurements for depth:

• Standard: 7 – 14”
• Deep: 15”
• Extra Deep: 16 – 22”

When shopping for bed sheets, you’ll find that a lot of them come labeled with a thread count. Thread count, simply put, is the number of horizontal and vertical threads found in each square inch of a product. Usually, sheet sets with higher thread counts are softer and feel more luxurious. Quality bed sheets can have thread counts between 200 and 800, but can also surpass the 1,000 TC range. Sheet sets with high thread counts are also less likely to pill and usually last longer than their low-TC counterparts. Sheets made from synthetic materials, such as microfiber, may not have a TC because they are made of many finely woven threads. They are usually thin but very strong.

Understanding thread count will help you pick the best material for your lifestyle. Sheets come in a huge range of materials, with new options hitting the market all the time. Some of the most common materials are: Egyptian Cotton, Cotton Blend, Polyester, Jersey Knit, Rayon from Bamboo, Flannel, Microfiber, Linen, Percale, Satin and Sateen. There is no right or wrong option, but you can expect Egyptian Cotton and Satin sheets to be silkier (and more costly) than Flannel or Cotton Blends.

With bed sheets, what you see is pretty much what you get. They come packaged and ready for use. We recommend washing new sheets to remove any allergens or chemicals that may come in contact with the material during the manufacturing process.

Other than that, all you have to do is put them on your bed and enjoy! This part of the process is where size and depth are most important. If you buy bed sheets that are too small, too big or not deep enough, you’ll regret it when you go to put them on your mattress. Instead of wasting time trying to tug oversized sheets tight on your mattress, just buy the right size! You’ll appreciate this decision later (trust us!).

One other factor that applies to ease of use is how easy a specific bed sheet set is to launder. Most bed sheets are machine washable and come out with few wrinkles, but some need to be hung to dry. Cotton and synthetic materials wash the same, but you may notice less wrinkling in synthetic blends because they’ve been formulated to be wrinkle-free. Other materials, such as satin, may pill when washed, or come out with a lot of wrinkles. Read the laundry care label before washing and drying.