Fitted Sheets

Sleep in Comfort with Fitted Sheets in Sizes to Fit Your Bed

A good night's sleep starts with a sheet that actually stays on the mattress. And that's why fitted sheets make a lot of sense. It hugs every corner so you wake up to a smooth, comfortable surface rather than a rumpled mess.

At Spotlight, we stock fitted sheets in a wide range of fabrics, colours, and sizes, so you can build the exact bed sheets and bed linen combination that suits your household. We've been helping Australian families furnish their homes for more than 50 years, and our bedding range reflects everything we've learned about what makes a bed genuinely comfortable to sleep in.

What is a Fitted Sheet?

A fitted sheet is the bottom sheet, cut and sewn with strong elastic edges that pull tight around the corners of your mattress. That elastic keeps the sheet locked in place all night, instead of working loose the way it can on a flat mattress cover with no grip.

It's different from a flat sheet, which sits loose on top as the layer between you and your quilt. Though if you're building a full sheet set, you'll want both flat and fitted sheets.

Find the Fabric That Feels Just Right for Your Bed

Fabric changes how a fitted sheet feels against your skin. The best pick comes down to how you sleep, what your skin needs and the feel you're after. Here's a quick guide:

• Cotton is a reliable all rounder, soft, durable and easy to care for.
• Linen has a relaxed, textured feel that softens with every wash. A linen fitted sheet suits anyone after that laid back look.
• Bamboo is naturally breathable and a good pick for hot sleepers.
• Flannelette adds warmth for winter.
• Sateen has a subtle sheen and a silky drape.
• Percale is crisp, cool and matte, closer to what you'd find in a hotel.

You should also take thread count into account. This is the total number of horizontal and vertical threads woven into one square inch of fabric. A higher count generally indicates a denser weave, but not automatically better. What matters more is the weave and the fibre, so don't chase a number and ignore how the fabric actually feels.

If you deal with sensitive skin, look for hypoallergenic options that resist dust mites and irritation. For organic, chemical-free bedding, check for GOTS-certified fabrics, which meet strict standards from farm to finished sheet.

Every Bed Size Sorted From Cots to Super King

Getting the size right is what makes or breaks a fitted sheet. Properly fitted bed sheets sit snug and protect your mattress from everyday wear and give you a smooth, wrinkle-free surface to sleep on.

Our range runs from long single and king single through to double, queen and super king, so every mattress in the house is covered. We also stock kid-sized sheets for cots and toddler beds.

Whatever you're shopping for, matching the sheet to your exact mattress size stops it gaping at the corners or popping off overnight. If you sleep on mattress toppers or use mattress protectors, look for a deeper fitted sheet with extra wall height. That extra depth lets it pull tight over the added layer.

Colours and Prints to Brighten Up Any Bedroom

Once you've sorted the size and fabric, it's time to choose a colour. Our range spans white, black, neutral, pink, purple, yellow, orange, red, and even patterns like gingham and floral. So you can match your existing bedroom or start fresh with something bold.

To pull the whole look together, coordinate your fitted sheet with matching quilt covers, pillowcases and duvet covers. A throw folded across the end of the bed adds extra texture and warmth on cooler nights.

Fitted sheets work just as well as part of a full sheet set or picked up on their own as standalone bedding. It depends on how you like to shop.

Find Quality Fitted Sheets From Leading Brands

Spotlight stocks single, double, queen and king fitted sheets from a number of leading manufacturers such as KOO, Emerald Hill and Brampton House. Each manufacturer has one or more ranges of bed linen of varying quality and thread count. The thread count is applied to all cotton bed sheets and the higher the thread count, the softer and longer lasting the sheet usually is. Sheets with a very high thread count often get even softer after several washes. Fitted sheets can be purchased by themselves, together with flat sheets and pillowcases, or as a complete sheet set.

Fitted Sheet FAQs

How to fold fitted sheets

There's no easy way to fold a fitted sheet, as those elastic corners don't make it easy! For a step-by-step rundown on how to do it on your own, read our guide to folding a fitted sheet online. You can also just lay it out flat with the elastic facing up, fold in the corners until you have a rectangle and proceed to fold your sheet as normal.

How to stop fitted sheets from coming off

If your fitted sheet is the right size for your mattress and still won't stay on, first ask yourself if you have any bulky mattress protectors, toppers or underlays on your bed as well - they add extra height to your mattress so you may need some fitted sheets with extra depth, which are called deep fitted sheets.

If this isn't the case, make sure you are lifting each corner of the mattress when putting on your fitted sheet - each corner of the fitted sheet needs to be tucked around and under the corner of the mattress, not just around the side.

If your fitted sheet is ripping, consider washing it in a more gentle way to prevent the material from thinning - this means cool water, a mild detergent and air drying in the shade. If you're wondering how often to wash a fitted sheet, the answer is every one or two weeks - more if you sweat a lot overnight or have pets in the bed.

Where is the Best Place to Buy Fitted Sheets?

With over 50 years in retail and one of the largest bedding range in Australia, there is no better place to buy fitted sheets and other bedroom essentials than Spotlight. Here's why Australians keep coming back to our aisles:

• Over 120 stores across Australia, so shoppers can feel the fabric before they buy, unlike online only bed linen brands
• Multiple bedding brands under one roof, spanning budget to premium thread counts
• Our range of fitted sheets come in a wide range of colours, fabrics, and sizes, so there's a perfect fit for everyone.
• You can buy your sheets and the fabric, thread and haberdashery to fix your bed linen.
• One store for the whole bedroom, from fitted sheets to mattress protectors, quilt covers, curtains, rugs, and more
• Nationwide Click and Collect for same day pickup, even in regional areas

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Find Bargains Galore With Our Fitted Sheet Range At Spotlight

You can find a huge range of plain and printed fitted sheets at Spotlight. Once you've found the perfect fitted sheets online, safely pay and we'll deliver your fitted bed sheets straight to your front door. You can also visit your local Spotlight store, where our friendly team will help you choose the best-fitted sheets for your sleeping needs. Before making any purchases, ensure you're making the smart choice for you by reading our buying guides, including the Bed Linen Buying Guide and Care for Bedding and Bed Linen Guide. And for fun bedroom inspiration and ideas, check out our blogs on guest bedroom ideas, bedding for your sleeping style and creating a serene haven in your bedroom.