Crucial Factors to Determine While Buying Bed Sheets

Buying Bed Sheets

There was a time when bedspreads and sheets use to be of white cotton only, and they were a huge luxury as well. Things have changed now, and for good, it seems. We now have all sorts of colors, patterns, and prints as well as 3D prints. Another great point of buying bed sheets in today’s world is the fact that technology has made things so simpler. You can just order bed sheets online after selecting the best colors and prints.

However, many people, unaware of a couple of things, make bad choices while buying bed sheets. This can be anything from colors to patterns to wild prints to even the material of the sheet. If you are looking to buy a couple of new bedsheets, here’s a practical guide for you to buy the best for your home.

Measurements

You might know whether your bed is twin, king size or queen size, but did you know that no matter what the name of your mattress is the measurement can still vary from the standard types? most people, when buying queen bed sheets amazon for queen size beds, complain about them not fitting. This is what happens when you don’t know the exact measurements of your bed. Keep a small diary of household items and log all your measurements in that. A little bit of efficiency can save you a lot of money and headache. While measuring the mattress, make sure you measure the thickness of the bed as well, as this adds to the length and width of the bedsheet you are going to buy.

So, before you go shopping for your bedsheets take that diary with all the measurements and get the perfect sheets that fit right. Most shops also have the service to make your sheets bed-fitted. Always ask the shop keeper if they give that kind of service and if they do, avail it. Bed-fitted sheets are easy to tuck in, and they don’t crease as much as standard tuck-in sheets do.

Picking Stores

You can choose your store depending on your requirements. Say you are fishing for sheets that are both luxury and high-end, you might want to try the local brands rather than department stores. If you are looking to order daily use bed sheets that are both excellent quality as well as long-lasting, you might want to give department stores a try. As they have a huge variety of mixed brands, colors as well as patterns. Ordering online is yet another good option, you can check out your local stores online, or you can be a bit adventurist and try out a new vendor. If you are looking for a good bargain, its best to stay close to home where people know you better and offer deals and discounts to old and loyal customers.

Bed Sheet Thread Counts

So how do you check the thread count on your sheets? Well, it’s pretty simple. Every manufacturer has a tag on the front label of the sheet. There you can read the thread count quite clearly. But what does the thread count means? Why does it matter when buying bed sheets?

Well, thread count tells you the number of threads that have been used per square inch in both directions while weaving the sheet. Higher the thread count means that your sheet is pretty soft and luxurious. However, it also means that individual threads that are used per square area are thinner, so the sheet might not last as long as you want. Suggested thread count for softer and more durable bed sheets should be around 250 to 175; anything lower than this won’t be soft or durable.

Material

Your bed, just like your bedroom, should be your escape. Why not choose the best material out there and treat yourself to the best slumber ever? There is a whole variety of materials out there for bed sheets, but choosing the right kind isn’t this simple. Between Cotton or Blends, Flannel, Silk, Satin, or jersey, how to know which will suit you the best?

One of the most important things to consider while buying sheets is the weather in your state. The dominant weather of your state is the best way to determine which material you should go for. If you live in a state, where winter dominates more than summer, the best material for you is Cotton, Flannel, and silk. These are the materials that will keep you cozy and comfortable during winters.

For summer seasons, you should switch to breathable material like Egyptian cotton, Bamboo sheets as well as Jersey sheets.

Conclusion

All these steps will feel tedious, but once you get in the habit of checking all these features while buying bed sheets, you will always end up with the best bed sheet that may last you for years.

Sebastian

Sebastian was born and raised in the busy city of Abbottabad. As a journalist, Saad Mushtaq has contributed to many online publications including the PAK Today and the Huffing Post. In regards to academics, Saad Mushtaq earned a degree in business from the Abbottabad UST, Havelian. Saad Mushtaq follows the money and covers all aspects of emerging tech here at The Hear Up.Thanks