The Best Sheets To Include In Your Airbnb
When your guests lie down to sleep at night, you have to make sure they wake up in the morning happy. We already looked at the mattresses that you should buy. To complete the bed experience now let’s look at what to cover those mattresses in. It is very important to have clean and comfortable bed sheets that are not harsh on the skin. The bedsheets you select should also be easy to clean and replace if they get dirty or stained. Cotton bedsheets are a good choice but if you want to save some money then you can get polyester sheets. On the high end, you can find 100% Egyptian cotton sheets for the ultimate sleep comfort.
What to look for?
If you are buying online then understand what material you are buying because you won’t have a chance to feel the bedsheet yourself. If you don’t know what to expect keep reference materials handy to know exactly what you are buying.
Thread count is a measure of comfort and softness of a bedsheet. Get a higher thread count for a premium feel but it will also cost more money. Sheets with a higher thread count will also need to be taken care of through extra effort. Find a middle ground for the thread count. 300-500 is a sweet spot for softness and comfort. Anything above 500 is not necessarily better. The processing of cotton also matters.
Bedsheets have different weaves. Your options are percale or sateen. Sateen feels smoother and guests tend to prefer their touch and feel.
While selecting a material your options are cotton, cotton-polyester, Cotton-Tencel, flannel, silk, satin, and linen. Apart from cotton, others will need extra care. Cotton is the most popular choice and should be easily available and inexpensive. Cotton should be easy to wash and take care of. It is highly recommended to use cotton sheets for a predictable experience. Cotton sheets get softer after multiple washes. On the premium end, you can get ELS(Extra Long Staple) Cotton like Egyptian or Pima cotton which makes the sheets even softer and more durable. If you want to save money you can get polyester sheets. Cotton polyester blends are easy to maintain and tend to be wrinkle-free.
The design and color of the sheets should match the bedroom. Since we are in the service industry it is best to remain neutral in design because anything with too strong a flavor may upset someone even though it makes perfect sense to you. When it comes to the design of bedsheets you want them to just blend in with the room. Keep a color scheme in your head. It is only when you pay close attention that you should be able to make out any details on them. If they stick out either because of their patterns or colors then you risk them overpowering the room. This is, at the end of the day, our opinion and a reflection of our tastes. If you want to go all out and give the room your personal touch, go ahead! Make sure that the pattern matches the vibe and tone of the rest of the room.
For every set you look at you are going to get a flat sheet, a fitted sheet, and two pillowcases. Keep a spare set so that you can replace one at a moment’s notice.
It may seem trivial to mention but check the size of the mattress when buying the bedsheet. You don’t want to end up with sheets that are too short. Consider getting bed sheet fasteners if needed.
If you are in a cold environment consider getting warm blankets to keep guests warm during the cold days.
Always get bedsheet with generous return policies. If the guests complain then you are best off sending them back.
Check for bedsheets with an OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certification. It is an independent certification system that ensures high safety and environmental standards.
Suggestions from Amazon:
AmazonBasics Light-Weight Microfiber Sheet Set:
For the lowest price, you can get this set that comes in various patterns. It should be a perfect set for a single bed. The elastic fitted sheet should make for a secure fit on most mattress sizes.
These sheets are best sellers on Amazon for a set with almost 60000 reviews. They are polyester sheets so they should be easy to maintain. They are made of microfibers and come in over 20 colors. They are fade, stain, shrink and wrinkle resistant. You can machine wash them in cold water. They are much more durable than pure cotton sheets. For the price range, they are in, you can’t go wrong with the simplicity and ease of use.
If you are looking to avoid polyester sheets and give the guests the comfort and softness of cotton sheets, for a little more money these sheets are a great choice. They have combed cotton heathered effect to make them feel soft and velvety to the touch. They are machine washable.
Mayfair Linen 100% Egyptian Cotton Sheets:
For the high end of premium bed sheets, you can have these 100% Egyptian cotton sheets from Mayfair. They have a thread count of 800. The fabric is breathable and long-lasting. It has a special finishing to enhance its softness. They have a 30-day return policy. So you can try them out before you are sure you want to keep them.
Precautions To Take:
Get pillowcases and comforters and cushion covers at the same time you buy the bedsheets so that you can pick the one that matches. Even better if they come together in a set.
If you are mulling not getting white bedsheets we understand your concern. They may stain easily but they are also cheap to replace. They are also easier to wash because come laundry time you won’t have to sort them by colors or worry about the color running out. You can also always bleach white sheets.
Love,
Scooch and Steve
