top sheet
Blanket's thin underlayer
A top sheet is the flat bed sheet that lies between the sleeper and the blanket or comforter, creating a barrier that keeps heavier bedding clean.
In American bedding tradition, the top sheet is tucked in at the foot of the bed and folded back at the head.
Some people, particularly in Europe and Scandinavia, skip the top sheet entirely and sleep directly under a duvet cover, which can be washed more easily than a bulky comforter.
Fabric envelope for bedding
- pillowcaseFabric cover for bedding
- shamsFalse fronts, literal or figurative
- blanketSoft bed covering
- quiltStuffed, stitched bed covering
coverlet · bedspread · comforter · bedskirt · throw · percale · sateen · cotton
Evening housekeeping bed preparation
- housekeepingDomestic cleaning and upkeep
- guestroomBedroom for visitors
- hotel bedSleeping furniture at lodgings
- accommodationShelter or housing provided
amenities · room service · maid service · bed-making · hospital corners · laundry service · inn · resort
Yielding to gentle pressure
- smoothnessFreedom from irregularity
- coolnessCalm self-possession
- breathabilityAirflow through material
- lightweightLacking mass or importance
crisp · silky · cozy · snug · plush · velvety · tucked · layering
Able to be cleaned
- launderingCleaning fabric items
- stain-resistantRepels marks and discoloration
- hypoallergenicUnlikely to cause reactions
- allergen-freeLacking sensitivity triggers
fresh · clean · sanitary · detergent · bleachable · antimicrobial · moisture-wicking · easy-care
duvet cover
Fabric envelope for bedding
- pillowcaseFabric cover for bedding
- shamsFalse fronts, literal or figurative
- blanketSoft bed covering
quilt · coverlet · bedspread · comforter · bedskirt · throw · percale · sateen · cotton · linen
turndown service
Evening housekeeping bed preparation
- housekeepingDomestic cleaning and upkeep
- guestroomBedroom for visitors
- hotel bedSleeping furniture at lodgings
accommodation · amenities · room service · maid service · bed-making · hospital corners · laundry service · inn · resort · suite
softness
Yielding to gentle pressure
- smoothnessFreedom from irregularity
- coolnessCalm self-possession
- breathabilityAirflow through material
lightweight · crisp · silky · cozy · snug · plush · velvety · tucked · layering · draping
washable
Able to be cleaned
- launderingCleaning fabric items
- stain-resistantRepels marks and discoloration
- hypoallergenicUnlikely to cause reactions
allergen-free · fresh · clean · sanitary · detergent · bleachable · antimicrobial · moisture-wicking · easy-care · machine wash
top sheetfitted sheet
Elasticized mattress covering
bottom sheet · undersheet · mattress pad · mattress cover · bottom
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