What to look for in flannel sheets?

There are two types of flannel,depending on the base fabric from which they are made: cotton flannel and micro flannel.

Weight,not threadcount. Flannel is described by weight. Flannel marked ‘5 oz’ means that one square yard of the sheet weighs 5 ounces.

For cotton flannel,Supima® is the best because the ultra-fine fibers are less likely to prick your skin ( our guide to cool sheets will tell you more about why

Country of Origin matters – for cotton flannel,Germany or Portugal are the best.

Beware of cotton-polyester blends that promise to combine warmth with durability. The polyester makes the cotton fibers tough.

Do not use flame retardants: Look for flannel sheets that explicitly mention that they do not use chemicals,especially flame retardants.

What size are extra long twin sheets?

An extra-long, fitted twin sheet — the sheet that must fit the mattress — measures 39-by-80 inches, 5 inches longer than a standard twin sheet; an extra-long twin flat sheet measures 66-by-102 inches. When shopping for extra-long twin bedding, buy only those products with labels that read “twin XL,” “extra-long twin” or “extended twin.”.

Are twin XL sheets the same as full sheets?

Twin bed fitted sheets measure 39 inches by 75 inches, and the flat sheets measure 66 inches by 96 inches. Twin XL fitted sheets are 39 inches by 80 inches, and the flat sheets are 66 inches by 102 inches. Full-size sheets are the same length as twin sheets, but the width of the fitted sheet is 54 inches and the width of the flat sheet is 80 inches.

What are flannel sheets?

Flannel is a wool textile (the word comes from an old Welsh word for wool), sometimes blended with either a synthetic fabric or cotton. Sheets made from flannel are incredibly warm and insulating. Flannel sheets are a favorite during the winter months for many people,…