Choose hotel sheets by the mattress width, length and total depth, including any topper. A bed-size name is a starting point. A fitted sheet needs matching mattress dimensions and sufficient pocket depth; a flat sheet needs enough fabric to cover the mattress sides and allow the tuck-in your housekeeping team requires.
| Bed name | Mattress width × length | Also check |
|---|---|---|
| Single | 90 × 190 cm | Depth and topper |
| Small double | 120 × 190 cm | Do not substitute double without measuring |
| Double | 135 × 190 cm | Depth and fitted pocket |
| King | 150 × 200 cm | Check UK versus European dimensions |
| Super king | 180 × 200 cm | Measure joined beds and toppers |
Reference: National Bed Federation’s Bed Advice UK size guidance. Actual beds can vary, so measure your own. This table does not mean every listed size is available in every Epitex collection.
How to specify a flat sheet
Record the width and length you need, then allow for the mattress depth and tuck-in on each side. For example, a 150 cm-wide mattress, 25 cm depth and 20 cm tuck-in on each side needs an illustrative width of 150 + 2 × (25 + 20) = 240 cm. This is a planning calculation, not a recommendation for a particular product. Establish the required length separately and check any stated dimensional tolerance with the supplier.
How to specify a fitted sheet
Match the sheet to mattress width and length and verify the pocket depth. A topper can change the required depth. Ask about the product’s care requirements and expected dimensional change after washing, then test a sample using your own laundry process before a large order.
Keep bedding measurements separate
Fit duvet covers to the actual duvet and pillowcases to the filled pillow. These dimensions cannot be inferred from mattress width. Maintain a room inventory with bed type, mattress dimensions, duvet dimensions, pillows per bed and stock required at laundry turnaround.
Browse hotel bed linen or send your measurements for a quotation. Include flat or fitted format, pieces required, delivery postcode and required date. Confirm the case quantity, current price and availability before ordering.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a typical UK king mattress?
A typical UK king mattress measures 150 × 200 cm. Confirm the actual mattress dimensions and depth before selecting sheets.
Are flat-sheet dimensions the same as mattress dimensions?
No. A flat sheet needs additional fabric for the mattress sides and tuck-in. Establish the width and length required for your own bedding process.
What does fitted-sheet pocket depth mean?
It describes the depth the fitted sheet is designed to accommodate. Include the mattress and any topper when checking the required depth.
Will a UK king sheet fit a European king mattress?
Do not assume it will. Bed names can refer to different measurements. Compare the actual width, length and depth with the selected sheet specification.
