What is a deep fitted sheet?
A deep fitted sheet is a sheet with greater depth than a standard fitted sheet, that is designed to snugly fit a thicker mattress. Generally a deep fitted sheet measures over 30cm and up to 40cm in depth and fits a mattress ranging from 30cm to 40cm depth, including a mattress topper if used. Check our deep fitted sheet guide before buying your fitted bed sheets.
- Fitted sheet size guide table
- How should a deep fitted sheet fit?
- Can you use a deep fitted sheet with a mattress topper?
- How do I know if I need a deep fitted sheet?
- What depth is a standard size fitted sheet?
- What is an 'extra' deep fitted sheet?
- Will a deep fitted sheet shrink?
Fitted sheet size guide table
| Sheet width | Sheet length | Standard fit sheet depth | Deep fit sheet depth | |
| Single fitted sheet | 90cm | 190cm | 30cm | 40cm |
| Double fitted sheet | 135cm | 190cm | 30cm | 40cm |
| King fitted sheet | 150cm | 200cm | 30cm | 40cm |
| Super King fitted sheet | 180cm | 200cm | 30cm | 40cm |
| Emperor fitted sheet | 200cm | 200cm | 30cm | 40cm |
How should a deep fitted sheet fit?
A deep fitted sheet should fit your mattress perfectly without any loose material or being too tight to pull over the mattress corners. The elasticated corners should ensure that the mattress fits securely and prevents the sheet from bunching up or slipping off during the night.
Can you use a deep fitted sheet with a mattress topper?
Yes, your deep fitted sheet should be deep enough to cover both your mattress and your mattress topper without squashing your topper or being too tight to easily pull over your mattress. We recommend measuring your mattress and topper to make sure the deep fitted sheet you buy will have the necessary depth.
How do I know if I need a deep fitted sheet?
Measure your mattress or check the care label details to find the depth. If you have a mattress topper, make sure you add the depth of the topper to the depth of your mattress to ensure that you choose the correct size fitted sheet. Opt for a sheet with a depth equal to or slightly more than the mattress plus topper height.
What depth is a standard size fitted sheet?
The depth of a standard size fitted sheet can vary by brand and may range from 25cm to 34cm. The Scooms Egyptian cotton standard fitted sheet is 30cm deep. Choose a standard size fitted sheet if your mattress is 30cm or less.
What is an 'extra' deep fitted sheet?
Extra deep fitted sheets and deep pocket sheets are alternative names for deep fitted sheets.
Will a deep fitted sheet shrink?
Natural materials like cotton can shrink, so read the product details carefully. We make our Scooms fitted sheets slightly oversized so that they shrink to the perfect size after the first couple of initial washes.
That's it - But if you still have questions about deep fitted sheets that we haven't answered, give Emily and Jonathan a call on 020 7164 6045 or email us at sleep@Scooms.com
