What are the Different Sizes of Sheets?

Since beds come in different sizes, so do the sheets covering them. Sheet sizes are determined by the length and width of the bed and come in the following categories: twin, double, queen, king and California king. These sheet sizes are seen throughout the industry. Sheet sizes are fairly standard except for the "pocket" measurement on fitted sheets. This tells the shopper how "deep" the sheet is, in case he or she has an extra thick mattress, or one with a pillow-top. So, if a shopper has a thick mattress, he or she can look for a deeper pocket, ensuring the sheet will be a good fit. As a rule, sheet sizes are (for fitted sheets): 39 inches (99 centimeters) wide by 75 inches (191 centimeters) long for a twin sheet; 54 inches (137 centimeters) wide by 75 inches (191 centimeters) long for a double sheet; 59 inches (150 centimeters) by 79 inches (201 centimeters) for queen size beds; 80 inches by 80 inches (203 centimeters) for a king sheet; and 72 inches (183 centimeters) by 84 inches ...  more