All about Euro size sheets

The concepts of "European standard" and "European sizes" have firmly entered our lives, but many users have not fully figured out what they mean when it comes to bed linen. We will help you decide on the European sizes of sheets and give advice on how to choose such an important bedding with an elastic band and without.

Euro-size sheets have come to us from other European countries, whose residents prefer large sleeping beds, so Europeans sew bed linen of appropriate sizes. Sets can contain 2 duvet covers and 4 pillowcases, necessarily 50x70 including - this is another feature of euro linen. But maybe one big duvet cover too.

However, neither the number of pillowcases nor the number of duvet covers affects the size of the sheet. In a set of Euro-size bedding, one large sheet is required, at least 2.2 meters long and an average of 2.6 meters wide.

The presence of a large sheet with or without an elastic band is the main feature of the Euro series bedding set. Europeans love space, so they prefer large-sized bedroom furniture, and accordingly, they sew such linen for it.

As more and more Russians prefer the European standard, domestic manufacturers have also begun to produce such products. But you need to pay attention to the size range, since there are several options in the "euro" standard itself, so when buying it is better to measure your bed.

Unlike a double sheet, the euro size is much larger, such a product is designed not only for a large bed with a thick orthopedic mattress, the euro sheet is perfect for a wide folding sofa.

Please note that when choosing a Euro-size sheet with an elastic band, you must take into account the height of the mattress. And the width of an ordinary sheet (without elastic) should be sufficient to fold it under the mattress. That is why it can be 2.6 m, 2.7 m, and 2.8 m wide.

Nowadays, a sheet with an elastic band is especially popular. Such popularity is due to the fact that our compatriots began to buy large Euro-size beds or change their old ones to such new ones with high spring mattresses.

A classic stretch sheet with an elastic band is suitable for any beds and mattresses, such a product is inexpensive. By the way, often such a product can be bought by the piece, and if you are lucky enough to match the basic set of bed linen, you will get a chic set.

Some housewives deliberately alter ordinary sheets and make them with an elastic band only because they are well fixed on the mattress. However, with such a modification, the height of the mattress must be taken into account. The slightest missing millimeters will lead to the product coming off the mattress and gathering, crumpled, which will create discomfort for the vacationer.

It is not necessary to iron a sheet with an elastic band; when pulled, it smoothes itself out and gives the bed a presentable look. Even if hard folds appear after washing, they will not be visible when pulling on the mattress and fixing.

More and more housewives prefer Euro sheets with an elastic band, since they are easier to care for, they dry faster after washing and always retain their presentation on the bed. From everything we can conclude that elasticized sheets are more practical than ordinary standard sheets.

They sew such sheets from various fabrics, as well as bedding sets in general. Consider the most popular materials:

• satin;
• coarse calico;
• percale;
• poplin;
• chintz;
• ranforce;
• flannel.

Summer options are chintz, satin and percale options. These fabrics give off coolness, reminiscent of a silk base (percale and satin). For winter holidays, give preference to a denser fabric - coarse calico, flannel.

The market also offers polysatin bed linen based on synthetic fibers. This linen is from the economy series, many note that such products "tint" the water during the first wash. But at the same time, manufacturers of such linen do not recommend pouring vinegar into the machine or using chlorine-containing products when washing.

Choose a natural basis in bedding, synthetics are not suitable for everyone and can cause allergies on the body. Such simple fabrics as chintz and poplin, without aristocracy and gloss, but they are soft, durable and will not cause allergic reactions.

Satin and percale are considered more luxurious fabrics, with the sheen of silk and claims to be expensive. Such sheets in a one-time sale will cost more, and a set of bed linen will be much higher in value than a set of poplin and chintz.

European standard sheets are 200x220 cm, 215x240 cm, 220x240 cm, 220x250 cm, even 220x270 cm, but 240 cm by 260 cm (sometimes by 270) is already the size of "Euromaxi". Euro sheets 240x280cm and 260x280 cm are also included in the same series.

Today the market offers bed linen, including the "Euro" standard, in different complexions and with different dimensions. At first glance, it seems that you can definitely get lost in such a variety. But before you make a purchasing decision, measure your bed.

Of course, the dimensions of the duvet and pillows are also important, but pay attention that the sheet first of all corresponds to the dimensions of the berth - it's very uncomfortable to sleep when the sheet is crumpled under you.

• Before choosing a Euro size bed sheet with an elastic band for a double bed, measure the bed and mattress. First of all, this should be done by those who sleep on a bed with an orthopedic mattress.
• Pay attention to the quality of the sheet. The one that is sewn with an elastic band should have good processing of seams and hidden edges.
• The color of the linen is also important. Choose pastel colors, bright items are exciting, and contrasting shades in the dark can be unpleasant. Keep in mind that children often like to visit the parent's bed, and they should also be comfortable in such a bed.
• The European standard sheet is ideal for large double beds, but do not rely on your knowledge of the size range, because each manufacturer can change it at its discretion. It is better to study all the information on the packaging, and when you are sure that the product will fit your bedroom furniture, feel free to purchase it.
• So that you are not upset by the purchase of a sheet with an elastic band, be sure to keep in mind that not only the dimensions of the width and length of the bed are important here, but also the height of the mattress.

By the way, most buyers complain that in euro sets it is not so common to find a sheet with an elastic band.