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A long time ago when I was a child, I remember that all the asian platform bed sheets in my house had to be white cotton ones. nowadays you find so much diversity in these that it becomes hard to choose. Bedding was never so beautiful with the vibrant colours, prints and textures that are offered in today

Here are some steps that you can follow to buy the ideal bedsheet for you.

Calculate the beds dimensions

Though we are all aware what a twin or king or queen sizing bed is, many of us dont know that there are no standard proportions for these beds. The top dimensions might be the same, but again the measurings differ with each producer. Due to this disagreement in the dimensions, it is safe to measure all the dimensions and the depth of your mattress too. Your bed could be shorter or taller than another one from the same producer. Measuring your bed will give you an idea of the size of your bedsheet before buying.

Zero down on the Bedding storehouse

Bigger departmental stores have a separate department for linen and bedding and offer branded sheets and in-house brands under the same roof. Those looking for embroidered bed sheets or luxurious looking sheets can buy them from a specialty storehouse. The Internet is brimming with fresh new patterns every day. In case you wish to purchase regular bedding you can get a good deal at a discount outlet.

Learn about the thread count of

A thread count refers to the amount of threads contained in one square inch of the bedsheet in both directions of the weave. You will find this thread count on the bed sheets label. A luxurious texture calls for a higher thread count. Beware of a very high thread count as the sheet may have slimmer threads and not the texture you want. A soft bed sheet has a thread count that lies between 175 and 250.

Choose the bedsheet cloth.

Take care to choose a fabric that you can afford and is cozy too. Though cotton fiber is the most preferred material, some people go for the cotton blends as they do not crease. A chilly night calls for a flannel bed sheet. Then there is the all time favorite silk, satin or microfiber that provides luxury.

Bed sheet Care

Read the wash and care instructions for the sheets properly before purchasing them. Silk sheets cannot be machine washed as they are delicate. Are you ready to do that? So buy only such sheets that you can maintain easily and within budget.

Hope these six steps lead you to finding a perfect bed sheet for your bed.