Choosing the right bed sheets can be more challenging than it seems, especially with so many different types and sizes available. Whether you're refreshing your bedding or outfitting a new bed, it’s essential to understand your options to make the best choice.
At JYSK, you’ll find a wide variety of bed sheets designed to meet different needs and preferences, with quality and prices to suit any budget. Read on for more information and guidance.
If you’re looking to renew not just your sheets but your bed linen in general, check out our comprehensive guide to bedding, which includes in-depth information about the various types of bed linen you can buy as well as their specific uses and benefits.
Overview of bed sheet types
When selecting bed sheets, it’s important to consider and understand the different types available and determine which best suits your specific needs. From classic flat and fitted sheets to more specialised options like mattress protectors and waterproof sheets, there’s a wide range for you to choose from.
In this overview of the many different bed sheet types, you can learn more about each option, helping you make the right decision for your home.
Flat sheets
A flat sheet is a versatile, simple rectangular sheet that doesn't have elasticated corners or edges. Flat sheets are tucked tightly between the mattress and the bedframe for a smooth fit. For extra security, the sheet can be tightened on the backside of the mattress with sheet straps to keep it firmly in place.
Available in materials like soft cotton, cooling cotton sateen, warm cotton flannel, and crisp cotton percale, a flat sheet is a versatile solution to match your comfort and seasonal needs.
- Suitable for:
Foam mattresses
Spring mattresses - Weaving:
Smooth
Flannel or flannelette
Sateen
Percale
Fitted sheets
A fitted sheet has elasticated edges and corners that fit tightly around the edges of the mattress, ensuring a firm, snug fit and helping it stay securely in place. They're tailored to fit specific mattress shapes and heights, making them ideal for box and spring mattresses.
Fitted sheets are typically made from breathable cotton, providing a smooth and comfortable surface to sleep on.
- Suitable for:
Box mattresses
Spring mattresses - Weaving:
Smooth
Sateen
See all our fitted jersey sheets and fitted cotton sheets
Stretch sheets
A stretch sheet, made from a stretchy fabric with elasticated edges and corners, fits snugly and securely around a mattress.
Available in jersey or terry cloth, stretch sheets are designed to stay in place. Jersey sheets offer a softer and smoother feel, making them particularly comfortable for everyday use. Terry cloth sheets, with their coarser texture, provide enhanced absorbency, ideal for added moisture control.
- Suitable for:
Box mattresses
Foam mattresses
Spring mattresses - Weaving:
Jersey
Terry
Split sheets
A split sheet is a double sheet that is specifically designed to fit a double mattress topper for adjustable beds. This type of sheet has a split in its design at either the head end or at both the head and foot ends.
Due to its slits, the sheet doesn’t prevent each mattress from rising or reclining independently, and neither the sheet nor the mattress topper will end up displaced.
- Suitable for:
Split-style mattress toppers - Weaving:
Jersey
Valance sheets
A valance sheet is designed to cover the mattress and the sides of the bed all the way to the floor. Featuring pleated or ruffled edges, it provides a polished appearance and a finished look for your bed. If you have storage boxes under your bed, a valance sheet can effectively conceal them, keeping everything tidy and neat.
Typically made from cotton, valance sheets can give you a soft and comfortable sleep experience.
- Suitable for:
Box mattresses - Weaving:
Smooth
Mattress protectors
A mattress protector is designed to provide a strong protective barrier for mattresses. This barrier protects the mattress from moisture, dirt, and everyday wear, prolonging its life. It is made from breathable, waterproof polyester and cotton and has elasticated corners and edges.
- Suitable for:
Box mattresses
Foam mattresses
Spring mattresses
Waterproof sheets
A waterproof sheet is typically made with cotton flannel and has a waterproof backing made from polyurethane. It stays firmly in place due to its elasticated corners and edges or straps.
A waterproof sheet protects the underlying mattress topper and mattress from moisture and liquids and is especially ideal if you regularly deal with bedwetting.
- Suitable for:
Box mattresses
Foam mattresses
Spring mattresses
Which bed sheet material is best?
When choosing the best bed sheet material, cotton stands out for its numerous benefits. This natural fabric is known for its breathability, softness, and durability, helping regulate temperature to keep you cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter, making it versatile for year-round comfort. Cotton sheets are also gentle on the skin, reducing the risk of irritation and allergies.
Available in various weaves and fabrics – such as percale for a crisp, cool feel, sateen for a silky, smooth texture, and molton flannel for added warmth – cotton offers a range of options to suit different needs and preferences. Additionally, cotton sheets are easy to care for, being machine washable and resistant to wrinkles.
Overall, cotton combines comfort, practicality, and longevity, making it a top material choice for bed sheets.
Bed sheets can naturally also be made from materials other than cotton, including linen, polyester, lyocell, and viscose. Check out our ultimate guide to bed linen to learn more about these materials.
Bed sheets that help you sleep in hot weather
Certain materials are better than others for getting a good night's sleep when it is almost too hot to sleep. Three materials or fabrics in particular are great for this: seersucker, bamboo, and linen. Read more about how these three options affect your temperature when sleeping.
If you’re looking to cool down your sleeping setup even further, you find our advice about cooling pillows and cooling bedding useful.
Great offers at JYSK
At JYSK, you'll find a wide range of high-quality bed sheets in various materials, weaves, styles, and sizes to suit your needs and preferences. Whether you're looking for something soft and breathable for a single bed or luxurious and durable for a king size, you can always find a great offer and excellent value for your money in our assortment.
Check out our complete bed sheet assortment, explore selected highlights below, or visit your local JYSK store for more guidance and to find the perfect sheets for your home.
