Fitted sheet 100x200 cm – for wider single beds
A 100×200 cm fitted sheet is the ideal choice for single beds 90x200 cm and 100x200 cm. Unlike a conventional 100x200 cm bed sheet without elastane, a 100×200 cm fitted sheet does not slip easily during the night, so you don't have to tuck it back under the mattress in the morning, even after a restless night. Most 100×200 cm fitted sheets are made of cotton, less commonly of linen or microfibre. When buying, pay attention to the correct width and length as well as the pocket depth.
Buying a 100x200 cm fitted sheet – what to look out for?
With so many quality promises, sizes and material compositions to choose from, it's easy to get confused when buying a 100x200 cm fitted sheet. Here are the key criteria to consider at a glance:
- Material: High-quality fabrics such as cotton jersey with elastane and a durable all-round elastic band ensure a pleasant feel, high elasticity and a wrinkle-free fit.
- Correct dimensions: Pay attention not only to the length and width, but also to the appropriate pocket depth. If you have a box spring mattress or want to use a topper, it may be advisable to purchase an extra-deep 100x200 fitted sheet with a pocket depth of 40 cm or more.
- Care: A washing temperature of up to 60 °C ensures good hygiene and can be important for allergies.
- Durability: For heavy use – such as frequent washing – a durable material with a grammage of 200 g/m² or more is recommended.
- Seals and certificates: As bed sheets come into constant contact with the skin, you should ensure that they have been tested for harmful substances. Certifications such as Oeko-Tex® Standard 100 check the end product for harmful substances and ensure compliance with applicable limits.
What is the correct pocket depth for a 100x200 cm fitted sheet?
What does pocket depth mean?
In addition to the correct length and width of the mattress, the height of the mattress is also important when choosing a 100×200 cm fitted sheet. The pocket depth describes the maximum height that the 100×200 cm fitted sheet allows. A pocket depth of 25 or 30 cm is common, while one of 40 cm or more is less common. It is important that the pocket depth of the 100x200 cm fitted sheet is larger than the height of the mattress. The maximum mattress height for which a fitted sheet is suitable is often specified in the product description.
Fitted sheet 100x200 with a pocket depth of 40 cm or 50 cm – for high mattresses, toppers and box spring beds
Particularly high mattresses, such as those found in box spring beds or combinations of mattresses and toppers, may require an extra deep fitted sheet with a depth of 40 cm or even 50 cm. For box spring beds, for example, you can use the BODYGUARD® Fitted Sheet Extra Deep with a pocket depth of 50 cm.
Recommended pocket depth
| Mattress height | Recommended pocket depth |
|---|---|
| up to 22 cm | at least 25 cm |
| 23–27 cm | at least 30 cm |
| 28–32 cm | at least 35 cm |
| >32 cm + topper | at least 40 cm |
Fitted sheets 100x200 cm – cotton, linen or microfibre?
Cotton, the all-rounder
Most fitted sheets 100x200 cm are made of cotton. However, depending on how it is processed, cotton can take on very different forms. Thick, coarse-meshed cotton fabrics such as terry cloth feel soft and warm, whereas tightly woven fabrics such as satin tend to feel smooth, cool and supple against the skin. The all-rounder among cotton fabrics is jersey, which belongs to the knitted fabrics. A fitted sheet made of cotton jersey in 100x200 cm is suitable for year-round use thanks to its balanced sleeping climate and feels soft against the skin.
Advantages of fitted sheets made of cotton jersey:
- Soft and skin-friendly
- Breathable and moisture-regulating
- Easy-care and durable
- Washable at 60 °C for optimal hygiene
- Suitable for year-round use
One fitted sheet that meets all of these requirements is the BODYGUARD® Jersey Fitted Sheet 100x200 cm. It is made of 96% cotton and 4% elastane. It's washable at 60°C and extremely robust at a grammage of 240 g/m².
Linen for a breezy sleeping experience
Linen is made from the fibres of the common flax plant and, like cotton, has been in use for thousands of years. Its coarse-meshed structure allows good air circulation, making it particularly suitable for warm days. It feels slightly rough against the skin at first, but becomes softer with each wash. But be careful: many 100x200 cm fitted sheets made of dyed linen are only washable at 40 °C. For optimal hygiene, make sure they are washable at 60 °C. If you don't want to miss out on the advantages of 100x200 cm linen fitted sheets, you should opt for undyed fibres and always follow the care instructions.
Microfibre for people with allergies
The term microfiber alone does not reveal anything about the material. It only refers to particularly fine fibres with a fibre density of 5–10 micrometres (<1 dtex), which are many times thinner than a human hair. Microfibre fabrics are usually made from polyester or other synthetic fibres. A 100x200 cm fitted sheet is ideal for people with dust mite allergies because:
- microfibre is usually washable at up to 60 °C.
- allergens do not settle as easily thanks to the particularly fine mesh.
Elastic band and elastane for the perfect fit
The quality of the elastic band and the elastane content are also important for a 100x200 cm fitted sheet. While a normal bed sheet has to be tucked under the mattress regularly, a 100x200 cm fitted sheet with elastane and an elastic band stays reliably in place.
The elastane that is added to the cotton, linen or microfibre in small proportions of approx. 4% ensures stretchability and a wrinkle-free fit. And for more leeway in width: thanks to its elasticity, you can also use a 100x200 cm fitted sheet for smaller 90x200 cm beds, which is why fitted sheets are often specified in range sizes. 100x200 cm fitted sheets are the ideal choice if you have several mattresses in slightly different sizes at home but don't want to buy a separate set of fitted sheets for each one.
Incontinence fitted sheets 100x200 cm – useful or not?
An incontinence fitted sheet can be helpful, for example, in cases of mild occasional incontinence and the risk of leaking nappies. Incontinence fitted sheets are usually waterproof thanks to an integrated membrane and can be hygienically cleaned at 60 °C. However, this membrane, which is usually made of plastics such as PU or TPU, can change the feel of the bed. Ultimately, it is a matter of weighing up the benefits and comfort.
A highly absorbent incontinence cover such as the BODYGUARD® Incontinence Cover, which can be fixed to the mattress under the fitted sheet, offers greater flexibility and better sleeping comfort. This means that your fitted sheet feels the same against your skin, while the pad protects your mattress from moisture.
For a mattress measuring 100x200 cm, a fitted sheet with a range size of 90–100x200 cm is suitable. Due to the elastane content typically used in fitted sheets, there is a certain amount of leeway in terms of width, which is why fitted sheets are often specified in range sizes. In addition to the width and length, you should also pay attention to the height, i.e. the thickness of your mattress: particularly high mattresses such as box spring mattresses also require an extra deep fitted sheet.
The best fitted sheets are comfortable against the skin, highly breathable, fit perfectly and can be machine washed at 60°C. This is particularly true of fitted sheets made from cotton or a cotton-elastane blend, such as the BODYGUARD® Jersey Fitted Sheet.
That depends on the height, or thickness, of your mattress. The so-called pocket dpeth of the fitted sheet is independent of its width and length. For standard mattresses up to 22 cm thick, standard fitted sheet depths of 25–30 cm are sufficient. The BODYGUARD® Jersey Fitted Sheet 100x200 cm fits standard mattress heights. For particularly high mattresses, such as box springs, you will need an extra deep fitted sheet such as the BODYGUARD® Fitted Sheet Extra Deep 100x200 cm with a pocket depth of 50 cm. It is best to simply measure the height of your mattress including the topper.
