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Fitted sheets - they never fit!

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Turnthatoff · 28/05/2022 08:13

Where can I find good quality cotton fitted bedsheets with deep sides, so they comfortably cover my mattress?

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TheFlis12345 · 28/05/2022 08:15

Someone on here recommended Wilko fitted sheets. I was sceptical but they fit brilliantly!

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Mumdiva99 · 28/05/2022 08:16

Just look for the words 'extra deep' on the pack.

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DenholmElliot1 · 28/05/2022 08:16
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Hoolahulahoop · 28/05/2022 08:17

Next Extra Deep is what we use and they last years

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Singleandproud · 28/05/2022 08:17

Dunelm - total game changer, I think mine are 32 cm deep. I didn't even know sheets came in different depths and had woken up with the sheet off the bed nearly every morning for ten years.

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TrufflesForBreakfast · 28/05/2022 08:19

I buy ultra deep sheets from here:

https://linencupboard.co.uk/collections/ultra-deep-fitted-sheets

I recommend the Egyptian cotton sateen ones but you can get others!

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TrufflesForBreakfast · 28/05/2022 08:20

Also - you don't have to get the ultra ones, there are others, less deep. But we have a massive mattress and a topper so have to use the ultras.

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Turnthatoff · 28/05/2022 08:29

Thank you!

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yikesanotherbooboo · 28/05/2022 09:43

I buy a flat sheet to use as an under sheet , I got sick of doing battle with the opposite mattress corners and the elastic corners eventually stretching and needing to replace.they are also easier to iron and fold .I am prepared to be converted though and might look at some of these suggestions.

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altiara · 28/05/2022 20:09

i got mine in dunelm, 32cm deep too!

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WhatsInAMolatovMocktail · 28/05/2022 20:11

M&S do extra deep fitted sheets. Brill.

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gamerchick · 28/05/2022 20:11

I just get a size up. Doesn't matter where they come from then.

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mumieone · 28/05/2022 20:20

John Lewis - Tempur Fitted Sheets. They don't move....super nice.

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FeelinSpendy · 28/05/2022 20:37

Soak & Sleep do 40cm deep sheets - I just bought some recently and am happy with them so far.

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itsthesoundofthepolice · 28/05/2022 20:40

M&S extra deep. The Egyptian cotton high thread found ones are the only sheets I'll buy. Really soft, wash so well and last.

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knickersniff · 28/05/2022 20:52

Marks and Spenser bamboo cotton , I also recommend getting a sheet for during summer they are amazing

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CheeseComa · 28/05/2022 20:53

If you want to salvage existing sheets that don't fit perfectly, I can highly recommend elastic straps like these from IKEA to hold the sheet in place. They work perfectly on slightly too small and slightly too large sheets for me and even after a night of tossing and turning the bed still looks freshly made. One of the most useful things I've ever bought for under a tenner.

www.ikea.com/pt/en/p/julkaktus-elastic-strap-50345962/

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PinkBuffalo · 28/05/2022 20:55

I agree they never fit!
I actually always buy a size up then sheets fit a lot better
e.g I have a small double, but buy double bedding including sheets that fit much better

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Pinkbananas01 · 28/05/2022 22:37

Dunelm - have 3 different depths for fitted sheets/mattress protectors

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Noglassjustthebottleandastraw · 28/05/2022 22:47

Tesco do great fitted sheets.

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Lineala · 30/05/2022 21:14
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EV88 · 30/05/2022 21:41

I have this one, it's really soft and it's about 40cm deep which is perfect as I have a deep mattress and most sheets normally slip off during the night.

finerbedrooms.co.uk/collections/sheets-valances/products/indulgence-brushed-cotton-fitted-sheet

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DustyTulips · 30/05/2022 21:45

I just upgraded from old, cheap sheets and was delighted to find that these ones are super elasticated and easy to make the bed with. And they have a label to show which way around to out it on the bed. www.linenbundle.com

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Spanglybangles · 30/05/2022 21:49

I love the Sanderson 300 thread count cotton deep fitted sheets, up to 36cm. Great quality, great price and they stay in place. I buy in Costco.

www.costco.co.uk/Home-Kitchen/Bedding/Bed-Linen/Sanderson-300-Thread-Count-Cotton-Deep-Fitted-Sheet-2-Pack-Double-in-2-Colours/p/488952

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Cookerhood · 30/05/2022 21:53

Flat sheets. Even when I bought deep ones they ended up shrinking & not fitting.

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