Before you purchase items and accessories for your bed, the first thing you need to determine is the type of mattress you have. From there you can choose everything that will properly fit your bed. Check the reference chart below to help determine your bed type. The smallest of all the mattresses; it’s meant for one person Found most commonly in college dorm rooms, the “Twin XL” as it’s affectionately known, is just that - longer than the standard Twin; the width is the same. Also referred to as a Double Bed. Can sleep two and is shorter in length than its larger cousin, the Queen size. Sleeps two and is both wider and longer than a Full sized mattress. The largest, most luxurious sized mattress. May be referred to as the Eastern King. The California King mattress is a large luxury size like the Eastern King, however it is narrower and longer. And yes, it is found most commonly in the State of California. The measurements below are for fitted sheets and will help ensure a proper fit.

Do not be concerned with the top or flat sheet dimension, as it will be tucked under the mattress anyway and is not meant to be sized to the exact specifications of your mattress: You can use these dimensions as a guide for mattress pads as well. No need to look for Cal-King or Twin X-Long in the top sheet - it’s not made... use the King and Twin sizes accordingly. Pillow Top and Extra Deep mattresses have become very common. Before selecting your sheets and mattress pads, it is important to know the depth of your mattress. Here are some dimensions to use as a guide: 15 inches to as high as 22 inches Once you determine the depth of your mattress you’ll need to select the proper depth mattress pad. Here are some approximate depths to follow: 7 to 14 1/2 inches Here are the dimensions for most comforters. Keep in mind that these are approximate sizes. Some vendors may run slightly smaller or produce "oversized" comforters. Regardless, these dimensions can serve as a basic guide:

Don’t make yourself crazy looking for California King Comforters or Twin X-Long - they don't make them. Just get a King or Twin size accordingly. In addition, when looking for Full or Queen sizes, some manufacturers make comforters in both Full and Queen sizes, while others will offer a Full/Queen size, which fits both mattresses. Here are the dimensions for most down comforters. Some vendors may run slightly smaller, but these dimensions can serve as a basic guide:Doctor'S Office Curtains All blankets are not created equal! Satin Wedding Night GownsIn fact, sizing can vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Discount Bedroom Sets OntarioRest assured that if you buy a Queen size blanket it will fit your Queen size bed. Here are the dimensions;

most should fall close to these sizes: You have probably noticed a trend here… anything that is laid across the top of the bed does not come in Cal-King or Twin X-Long. In the case of most blankets, you also will not find a specific size for Full and Queen, it will be a Full/Queen, which fits both. For those of you enjoying a down comforter, or even just looking for a change for your bedroom, a duvet could be the perfect answer. Since you will be placing your comforter inside the duvet, it is important that the appropriate size be selected. Like blankets, duvet sizes can vary and some manufacturers even offer an “oversized” duvet. Regardless, just match your comforter's size to the appropriate duvet. Here are some sizes to keep in mind, and remember, they might vary slightly by vendor: Nothing can improve a night’s sleep like a quality pillow… and nothing can spruce up your bed more than the right sized pillows. Here is a guide to the common sizes: 20 x 26 inches.

Uses a Standard size pillowcase. Use one on a Twin bed, two on a Full or Queen, and three on a King bed. 20 x 30 inches. Uses the same pillow combination as the Standard. Since there is no Queen size pillowcase, use a Standard pillowcase with a Queen size pillow. It fills up a Standard pillowcase more completely, and it is also a perfect fit across the top of your Queen size bed. 20 x 36 inches. You guessed it, use these on your King size bed. These extra long pillows are perfectly paired across the top of both an Eastern and Cal-King bed, and use a King pillowcase. 26 x 26 inches. These large, square pillows are great to prop yourself up in bed with. They also add a decorative accent when covered with a decorative pillow sham in place of a Euro pillowcase. 12 x 16 inches. Small and easy to travel with and especially good to have for long trips. Take a Travel pillow whenever you need some added comfort and support. Uses a Travel size pillowcase. Since all daybeds are outfitted with a twin mattress, selecting the sheets and mattress pads for them is a no-brainer.

Choosing what to put on top of the daybed can be a bit more challenging, as sizes and styles can range. There are daybed covers, which typically have three sides (two sides and the front), and daybed spreads, which typically have four sides, and are usually quilted. The “drop” of a daybed cover, or how far down to the floor the front of the cover reaches, will determine if you need a dust ruffle, also called a bed skirt. A standard twin 14” dust ruffle is all a daybed requires, though some dust ruffles feature split corners to make navigating around bed feet a bit easier. Pillows for daybeds are covered with shams when not in use. Most people use either three standard pillows or two king size pillows lined up across the daybed. Below are some sizes for daybed covers and spreads. Since there is no standard size, keep in mind that the main intent is to cover a twin size bed: 51 to 60 inches W x 95 to 106 inches LComfortable, attractive, and the right size bedding is a must have for your dorm room at college or boarding school;

comfortable and right sized for a good night's sleep and attractive to create an anchor for your dorm room decor. Before moving to campus, let's make sure you are prepared to select the right size bedding.Before purchasing dorm room bedding for college or boarding school, it is important to know the size of the mattress. It is best to obtain your dorm room mattress size directly from your campus housing office to avoid costly mistakes. Most common mattress sizes found in dorm rooms:Common mattress sizes found in campus apartments, honors suites, or surrounding housing:Live Dorm Smart Tip: From researching more than 2000 housing websites each year, we have found that there is no consistency in mattress sizes from campus to campus. On some campuses, the mattress size changes between rooms and floors of the same residence hall so it is important to check directly with your campus housing office before investing in bedding..The most important measurement to know when purchasing sheets for your dorm room mattress is the fitted sheet size.

When shopping for a fitted sheet, be sure to account for the combined depth of your mattress, padding, and topper. The measurements below are for fitted sheets. These dimensions can also be used as a guide for mattress pads and covers.Live Dorm Smart Tip: Because there is 5 inches difference in length between a twin and twin XL mattress or a full and full XL mattress, the most important detail to remember is a student's fitted sheet must be made to fit the mattress in their dorm room or campus apartment. Tucking in a fitted sheet that is too long or stretching a fitted sheet that is too short will most likely leave a student sheet-less in the middle of the night. A standard twin flat sheet (typically 66 x 96 inches) or full flat sheet (typically 81 x 96 inches) will fit the coordinating extra long bed. If money is an issue, students needing a twin XL sheet set or full XL sheet set can always use their standard size flat sheet and pillowcase(s) from home then purchase the correct size XL fitted sheet (i.e. twin XL or full XL) to complete the set.

Before selecting your sheets and mattress pads, it is important to know the depth of the mattress in your dorm room. Below are common mattress depth dimensions to use as a guide.Live Dorm Smart Tip: Be sure to account for the increased depth of a foam topper. A good foam topper can create an additional two or more inches of depth to account for when purchasing a fitted sheet for your mattress. Never purchase sheets without knowing their depth (pocket size).Because many mattress pads fit onto a mattress like a fitted sheet, it is important to purchase a pad that fits the depth of your mattress as well as the length. Below are common mattress pad depths to use as a guide: Listed below are the dimensions of common comforter sizes to use as a general guideline. These are approximate sizes. Some manufacturers may run slightly smaller or produce oversized comforters to fit either a long (XL) or standard size bed.Live Dorm Smart Tip: While a twin XL comforter is preferable for 100% coverage, some students may have no alternative but to take their twin comforter or duvet from home and make it work.

The best way to make a twin XL bed with a standard twin comforter is to pull the length of the comforter toward the foot of the bed to add a few inches then make a small fold at the top (like turn down service) and fill in any gaps with pillows. Pillows are a must have to turn your dorm room bed into daytime seating. This concept can also be applied when using a standard full comforter or duvet on a full XL bed.If you plan to raise your bed with bed risers, using a full or queen size comforter or duvet to accommodate the increased height is an option (just make sure the pattern works, a solid color or a pattern that repeats versus a border pattern works best). Since most dorm room beds are against the wall, you can adjust your bedding to the desired width (side length that is showing). A queen size comforter, 90" or longer, works best on a raised twin XL bed and a full size comforter, approximately 86 or 88" long, works best on a raised twin bed. Another reason students may choose to do this is because they are planning to move into off campus housing after freshman year and do not want to invest in another comforter.

Because sizes vary among bedding manufacturers, listed below are approximate dimensions for down comforters to use as a general guideline.Live Dorm Smart Tip: Because your roommate may be allergic to down, consider purchasing a down alternative or hypoallergenic down comforter for your dorm room bed. Some manufacturers now process down to be hypoallergenic. It will feel just as good without the allergies.Blanket sizes vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Listed below are the general dimensions; most blankets should fall close to these sizes.Duvet covers, removable comforter covers, are easier to wash at the campus laundry than a standard comforter set, protect and extend the life of a down or down alternative comforter, and can be less costly when updating your dorm room decor. When selecting a duvet cover for your comforter, choose a size that is relatively close to the comforter insert, it may vary by a few inches either way. If shopping for twin XL or full XL sizes, DormSmart recommends that students choose a duvet cover with a minimum length of 90 inches.

Because duvet cover sizes do vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, the sizes listed below are approximate dimensions to use as a general guideline. Twin extra long (commonly referred to as twin XL or TXL) bed skirts can be difficult to find but do exist. A standard twin bed skirt will leave a gap at the head of the bed but can be used. Another option would be to raise your bed with bed risers and purchase that coordinates with your bedding. It is practical, fun, and makes a statement. Also, some students choose to use a flat sheet as a bed skirt or purchase a larger size duvet/comforter (see note under Comforters).Live Dorm Smart Tip: A standard bed skirt has a drop ranging from 14 or 15 inches. Bed skirts are also available with 18" and 21" drops to accommodate the additional height of a raised dorm room bed.Dorm living requires many pillows! The right pillow provides a good night's sleep while all those extra pillows turn your bed into a piece of furniture for additional seating during the day.