If you choose the wrong size of bedding, then sleeping in bed is uncomfortable. The mattress will constantly be exposed, the sheet will begin to fold, the blanket will stray into a lump, and the pillow, even of the best quality, will become literally “stone”. It is unlikely to be able to have a good rest during the night. But not only good mood for the whole working day, but also health depends on it.
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Types and Classifications
Bedding sets differ in size of items. - sheets, duvet covers, pillowcases - and their quantity. For example, in some sets one pillowcase may be present, in others four or even six.
The generally accepted standard sets of linen in our stores are divided into:
- Single beds.
- Double.
- Euro standard, including king size.
- Baby and for newborns.
At the same time, different manufacturers in other countries use standards that are convenient for them, while the sizes of linen can seriously vary in length and width of items by about 15 cm.
The packaging indicates the number of bedding and their sizes, as well as the material from which the linen is made.
Single set
As wide beds have become common today, single bedding sets have lost popularity. However, if the need arises, then in the shops you can find similar sets. The sizes of single sets are always standard; there are no options. The sheet is usually sewn in size 110x200 cm, and the duvet cover is 135x200 cm. One pillowcase 50X70 or 70x70 cm is also included in the kit. These parameters fully comply with the bed standards for one person.
One and a half lingerie
There are several options for the size of one and a half bedding sets. Much depends on the manufacturers. Indeed, different companies adhere, at times, to their own criteria when choosing a size for the manufacture of a particular kit. Therefore, the width and length of the sheet, for example, can be slightly larger than the standard, but not less than 150x200 cm. Duvet covers are made between 145-160 cm wide and up to 220 cm long. Pillowcases are usually two, either square with a side of 70 cm, or rectangular pillow - 50x70 cm.
Double set
The double bedding set is intended for spouses who prefer to sleep under one blanket. The minimum size of the duvet cover is 210 cm in length and 180 in width. The sheet is standard rectangular in shape from 175 to 210 cm in width and from 210 to 230 cm in length. The sizes of pillowcases vary greatly - they can be square, small and large - 60x60 or 70x70 cm, rectangular ones are also allowed - 50x70 cm.
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Euro kit
Standards for bedding sizes of foreign European manufacturers differ from Russian. Although in recent years, Russian factories also began to produce lingerie on European patterns. However, choosing a Euro-kit, you should pay more attention to its size, since there are many variations, depending on the country of manufacture.
First of all, such a variety of parameters of bedding of the European standard depends on the size of bedroom furniture, which today has become very different in size. Here are taken into account the volume of mattresses, including orthopedic. Therefore, the bedding of Euro-sets in shape and size can be presented even in five different versions.
Therefore, when buying, be sure to look at the markings, which are presented in the standards: "euro1-euro2", etc. The size of the euro2 linen is most demanded. It is more suitable for mattresses, blankets and pillows made in Russia. Well suited for both a single bed and a double bed.
In the Euro-kit can be provided up to six pillowcases of various sizes.
Table: bedding sizes
This table presents the sizes of bed linen of both domestic and European production.
| Kits | One and a half | Double | Euro 1 | Euro2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duvet cover | 160x220 145x210 150x210 150x215 | 200x220 175x210 175x215 180x210 180x215 | 200x220 212x225 220x240 | 160x220 145x215 145x210 150x210 150x215 |
| Sheet | 150x215 160x210 160x220 180x260 | 175x210 175x215 210x230 220x215 215x240 220x240 220x260 | 215x240 220x250 240x260 220x270 240x280 | 240x280 240x260 |
| Pillowcases | 50x70 60x60 70x70 | 50x70 60x60 70x70 | 50x70 70x70 | 50x70 70x70 |
Double with euro sheet
Such sets, in fact, are distinguished by a large sheet, with a length of 220 and a width of up to 260 cm. This feature is determined, of course, by the characteristic European tradition of making large bedroom furniture with a wide bed for a married couple.
At the same time, duvet covers, basically, are two half size. The number of pillowcases in this case varies greatly, there can be either two or four, most often rectangular 50x70cm and 50x75cm. Although some European countries, such as Germany, for example, prefer to produce linen with square pillowcases. Spain gives the palm - rectangular.
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Euro maxi
Chic, stylish furniture with a truly royal breadth of the bed for lovers of space and comfort. Accordingly, there is also bedding - this is the size of the euro-maxi. It is gradually becoming popular, despite the fact that the volume of bedrooms in standard apartments of Russians does not always allow such a luxury.
Euro standard maxi bedding sizes:
- A sheet of two standard sizes 240x260 and 260x280 cm.
- Duvet cover 220x240 cm. It is allowed to include two duvet covers 145x215 cm.
- Pillowcases 50x70 and 70x70 cm.
What are king size and queen size?
The King Size and Queen size bedding set is an American tradition. This linen is designed for double beds, the dimensions of which have the same names and exceed the width of all other standard sizes. This furniture is of increased comfort.
The difference between king size beds and queen size beds. Moreover, Queen size has a narrower bed, approximately 20-40 cm.
So, the American Queen size for bedding is 153x203 cm (sheet). King size is noticeably wider - 198x203 cm.
The European Queen size is noticeably higher than American standards - 297 cm wide and 274 cm long. King size breaks all records, it's 304 width and 320 length.
Baby bedding
Children's underwear is produced in two sizes:
- for newborns;
- for children of preschool and primary school age.
Kits for newborns are usually selected according to the size of the crib. At the same time, so that the sheet is securely tucked in and does not come out from under the mattress, its width is more than the length. Usually, sheets come in two standard sizes - 110x140, as well as 150x120. The duvet cover must be ten centimeters shorter than the sheet. The pillowcase is rectangular - 35x45 cm.
Very often, in sets of baby bedding, the sheet is picked up on an elastic band so that it is more convenient to use it by putting it on the mattress. The length of the sheet depends on the width of the mattress. However, at least 138 cm. The width of the sheet should be up to 120 cm. The sizes of the duvet cover are selected according to the age of the baby. The smallest size is 135x120. A pillowcase is most often rectangular or square - 40x60 or 60x60 cm.
How to choose the sizes of linen?
First of all, you need to make the appropriate measurements:
- Measure the width, length and height of the mattress to determine the size of the sheet.
- For a mattress cover or a sheet with elastic bands, it is also important to measure not only the two most important parameters - the length and width, but also the height of the mattress. Since it is seriously different, depending on the technology - orthopedic, with a spring block, springless, etc.
- The sizes of the duvet cover are determined by the width and length of the blanket.
- Accordingly, the sizes of pillowcases are according to the size of the available pillows.
Often manufacturers mark the packaging with size indicators not only for the linen itself, but also for the bed, which is very convenient. The main thing to remember is that the size of the sheet should always be larger than the bed itself so that it can be beautifully tucked under the mattress.
