When you buy sheets for your bed, it is more likely that you come across a sheet set. But what really is a sheet set? It is a package of coordinating sheets. It often includes a top flat sheet, a lower fitted sheet, and two pillowcases. This is packaged for the buyer’s convenience. It is meant so that a buyer can buy basic bedding in just one single package instead of buying each product. More often, it is cheaper to buy a sheet set than to buy all the items individually. Department stores often sell sheet sets, and so are companies that specialize in beddings.
On Sizes
A sheet set is classified according to size, its common options include having a twin, full, king, queen, or a California king. You can also find some that include features like extra-deep fitted sheets designed for padded mattresses or having unusually large flat sheets for the sheets to be more secured on the bed. When you buy one, just check the outside of the set to find a label that specifies the measurements of the sheets in the pack.
On Materials
You can also find information about the materials of the sheet on the package. The material often used in sheet sets could be cotton, silk, flannel, linen, satin, or polyester. For warm climates, the usual materials used are cotton and silk. Flannel is usually intended for the winter season because the environment is warm and insulating. A mixture of fibers is often a pertinent factor to consider particularly for people who do not like particular textures or fibers.
Thread Count
One other common detail to find in the package of a sheet set is the thread count. This refers to the number of threads in a random sample of a particular size. The higher the thread count, the better the quality of the sheet. A high thread count is an indication of a very dense weave that can last for years of usage. A low thread count means that the weave is much wider, which makes the sheets scratchy and susceptible to tears.
Patterns and Colors
The items found in a sheet set can have a range of patterns and colors, which are meant to coordinate. It is common for a sheet set to coordinate or complement with the patterns and designs of the duvet cover, quilt, dust ruffle, and other accessories for the bed for people to be able to buy a matching bedding. The decors in the room must be considered too as well as the colors and designs of the other beddings. Another consideration is the texture along with the fiber.
It is recommended to have two sets of this for every bed in your home. This will make sure that you have a clean sheet to use while the other set is being washed.