Where to buy bedding – the best places to find top-quality sheets without breaking the bank

Finding where to buy bedding that's good quality is pretty important when we spend about a third of our lives in bed. And if you’re struggling to get those much-needed zzzs right now, the right sheets, pillowcases, and duvet covers can make or break your sleeping space.

After all, you could buy the best mattress on the market - but if you don’t feel like you’re being cocooned in a snuggly cotton burrito, what’s the point? We know that buying bedding can seem like an endless task, though. With so many options and so many brands to choose from, it can be difficult to know what will bring your bedroom ideas to life.

That's why we decided to take the hassle out of buying the best bedding. The team at Ideal Home has rounded up our favourite bedding brands so you can feel confident that you’re getting the best quality bedding for your hard-earned money. 

Where to buy bedding - the quick list 

• Christys: heritage brand with luxury options
• Dunelm: on-trend and affordable
• DUSK: hotel-like luxury without the high price tag
• Emma: premium bedding at an affordable price
• Habitat: super stylish bedding that stands out
• H&M: for snuggly and neutral vibes
• IKEA: Scandi vibes on a budget
• John Lewis: own-brand and designer options
• Marks & Spencer: not just any bedding, but M&S bedding
• Panda: eco-friendly bamboo bedding options
• Scooms: natural and high-quality fibres
• Simba: tech-forward options for any bed
• Soak & Sleep: classic, high-quality bedding
• The White Company: crisp and luxurious options
• Woolroom: always 100% wool bedding 

The 16 best places to buy bedding

Bedding comes in all shapes and sizes. From fitted sheets to pillowcases, there are so many bedding options on the market. For the sake of this guide, though, we’ve decided to focus largely on duvet sets and covers as these products often come as part of a bundle - which makes buying bedding even cheaper! 

We’ve rounded up a range of bedding to suit all kinds of styles and budgets. However, it's also well worth your time exploring current bedding deals so you can find your dream sheets without a nightmarish price tag.

No matter whether you prefer the soft glide of silk, the crispness of Egyptian cotton, or the cosiness of muslin, we’ve got you covered. 

1. The White Company

We’ve always been obsessed with The White Company’s candles and bath towels, but the luxury brand also offers some of the best bedding on the market. While it’s certainly not the cheapest brand on this list, there’s no doubt that customers love the quality of its products. So this bedding is perfect for those who want to add a slice of classic luxury to their bedroom. 

2. Christys

If you didn’t know, Christys is a heritage brand with an impressive royal history. And while the brand is used to making bedding for the upper echelon, its products are also perfect for the everyday. Featuring luxurious and plush bedding at an affordable price, Christys has quickly become one of our favourite brands. And its bedding options are super stylish, too. 

3. Marks & Spencer

Long gone are the days of Marks & Spencer being an ‘old-fashioned’ brand. M&S has undergone a complete rebrand over the past few years, making it trendier than ever - while still offering high-quality goods that customers (and the Ideal Home team) absolutely love. Its bedding is plush and luxurious while still offering a wide range of colourways and patterns to suit every bedroom in the house. 

4. La Redoute

The ever-popular French brand, La Redoute, has come far since its catalogue days. With a chic, casual style and a dash of je ne sais quoi, its home and decor range brings the world of French style to homes everywhere. Their bedding is always on our radar due to their affordable prices, timeless designs and quality fabrics.

5. Simba

You probably don’t need us to tell you that Simba is one of the best places to buy a mattress. This brand is all about offering people the best night’s sleep, and it uses its innovative tech to give them just that. But Simba is so much more than just a mattress brand. You can also buy everything from pillows to duvets here, and they’re some of the highest-quality products around.

6. John Lewis

You probably don’t need us to tell you that John Lewis is a homeowner's dream. With both its own-brand products and designer labels, it’s one of the best places to buy bedding. What we love most about this brand is the fact that it has everything to suit all styles and budgets. From bargain bedding to plush (and more expensive) sheets, you can take your pick of what works for you.

7. Soak & Sleep

Offering everything from eco-friendly bedding to bedspreads and throws, there was no way we could tell you where to buy bedding without including Soak & Sleep. This brand offers some of the best bedding we’ve come across, as its focus is to offer products that are designed with care and made to last - without making you pay extra for the privilege.

8. Dunelm

If you’re looking for budget bedroom ideas, say hello to your new best friend. Dunelm has become a firm favourite of the Ideal Home team, and we can’t get enough of the affordable yet stylish furniture and furnishings this brand has to offer. Its bedding is on-trend and perfect for those who don’t want to spend a fortune. But don’t worry; it’s also super high quality. 

9. Emma

Another top-notch mattress brand, Emma has also expanded its range over the years. Offering everything from bed linen to mattress toppers and duvets, you just know that the quality is going to be through the roof. Of course, you often have to pay a premium for premium products - but there are Emma discount codes to look out for that’ll bring the price down. 

10. Habitat

Although we’ve come a long way since circling our favourite items in the Argos catalogue, it’s safe to say that Habitat at Argos is still delivering the goods. Offering on-trend bedding at an extremely affordable price, Habitat is the best bedding brand for those who want to add colour and pattern to their bedroom. Of course, those who love classic styles will be happy to know that they're on available, too.

11. Woolroom

Woolroom is trying to change the prevalence of synthetic materials in bedding. This brand only uses 100% British wool in every single product and is dedicated to using this material to give everyone a better night’s sleep. In fact, all of its products are heat-regulating, naturally hypoallergenic, air-purifying, and naturally flame-retardant. 

12. IKEA

This popular Swedish brand may have built up a reputation for its impressive flat-pack furniture, but IKEA has also made major waves within the bedding space. As one of the best bedding brands for those who have a smaller budget, you can pick up an IKEA duvet set for as little as £6.50. Of course, the prices do vary depending on the products you choose, but they’re all extremely reasonable.  

13. DUSK

DUSK may sell luxury bedding, but its prices aren’t as high as you’d expect from such high-quality products. In fact, their motto is ‘We’re not cheap. Everyone else is just really expensive.’ And it seems as though they’ve cornered the market when it comes to affordable hotel-like sheets and duvet sets. But it’s important to note that they only focus on one material: luxuriously soft cotton.

14. Panda

If you’re looking to make some eco-friendly changes to your bedroom, look no further than Panda. This brand’s name hints towards the material that has made it so popular in the bedding realm, as it has made countless products using the humble bamboo plant. Yes, from pillows to duvets and mattress toppers, everything on its website has been made with the planet in mind. Plus, everything is super comfortable. 

15. H&M

Over the past few years, H&M homeware has gone from strength to strength and the Ideal Home team can’t get enough of its soft furnishings, from its bath towels to its bedding. Largely offering neutral and natural bedding sets, H&M is perfect for those who want to add a Scandi vibe to their bedroom. But there are a few bright options out there for those who really want to make their bedroom pop, too.

16. Scooms

We couldn't talk about the best bedding brands without talking about Scooms. This luxury bath and bedding brand prides itself on using natural fibres, while also offering the best of the best. In fact, they're so confident that they offer the best bedding on the market that they only stock two types of bedding: linen and cotton. 

FAQs

What is considered the best bedding?

When buying bedding, it’s important to consider what sleep experts suggest to be the best. But ultimately, what they may consider to be the best may be different to what you consider to be the best. 

‘You may like the feel of silky-soft sateen weave cotton bedding or prefer the crisp and cool effect of percale weave cotton sheets. The relaxed look and feel of 100% linen that you don’t have to iron may appeal, or luxurious long-fibre Egyptian cotton might be the only bed linen for you,’ explain Emily and Jonathan Attwood, founders of Scooms.

However, there are general guidelines that this bedding needs to hit if it’s to be considered the best. It needs to be breathable, temperature-regulating, lightweight, and durable. 

Because of this, many experts suggest that 100% Egyptian cotton or linen is the best type of bedding for people to use on a regular basis. In fact, most 5-star hotels use these fabrics for their beds. 

But you can’t talk about the ‘best bedding’ without talking about thread count, as this also determines the quality of cotton bedding. According to Emily and Jonathan, ‘Thread count refers to the number of threads woven together per square inch of material.’

Today, you can find bedding in thread counts from 200 to 1,000 - but it’s important to consider that too low a thread count and too high of a thread count can impact how you sleep. 

‘We would recommend choosing 400 - 600 thread count sheets. Lower thread count bedding may wear badly, higher thread counts can feel overly stiff or could have been made with lower quality yarn,’ suggests Emily and Jonathan.

If you’re looking to make your bedroom feel like a hotel, though, David Stockton, head of marketing at Richard Haworth, suggests following the footsteps of its clients instead. ‘You should typically opt for a 200-300 thread count, as although higher thread counts can feel luxurious, the more threads, the finer the threads; therefore, bedding can be less durable.’

‘A luxury five-star hotel would usually order this thread count due to its durability and the fact it still feels nice,’ he explains. 

How much should good bedding cost?

They say that if you buy cheap, you have to buy twice, and that is often the case when it comes to your bedding. Although it might not be viable for everyone, paying more for high-quality sheets will often work in your favour in the long run - as they’ll not only feel nicer on the skin, but they’ll also be more durable and last longer. 

Of course, bedding ranges from £15 to £1500, and this entirely depends on the type of bedding you buy - and whether you buy individual items or a full bedding set. This means that it’s hard to put an exact price on how much you should spend. 

However, if you want high-quality bedding at an affordable price, it’s suggested that you should pay between £150 - £200 for a full set. 

How often do you need to change your bed sheets?

The debate around how often you should change your bed sheets is a hot one. And while everyone has their own preferences and their own routines, experts suggest changing your bed sheets every week. 

This will not only help get rid of dust mites, but will also wash away dead skin cells and sweat that make their way onto your bedding every night. 

In fact, it’s suggested that you always wash your bedding on a high temperature, to ensure that you’re killing any bacteria or bugs that could be lingering within the fibres. 

What is thread count? 

We asked Emily and Jonathan Attwood, founders of Scooms for their insights.

'Thread count refers to the number of threads woven together per square inch of material. (This generally refers to cotton as linen and silk are not measured by thread count). The more threads woven together means a higher thread count. Great sheets are determined by the quality of the fabric, the weave and the finish.  A high thread count can also be a good indicator of good quality bedding, although it won’t make up for poor quality ingredients and an inferior finishing process.'

'Typically, cotton materials with a higher thread count are warmer, more durable, softer or soften well over time - up to a point.'

'Thread counts for bedding typically range from 200 to 800, though 1,000 and higher thread counts do exist. Keep an eye out for suspiciously sounding high thread count. Some manufacturers unfortunately achieve high thread counts by artificial means. Instead of counting individual threads they count each ply spun within each thread and then twist multiple yarns together. Which could indicate low quality cotton that is artificially strengthened in this way. We would recommend choosing 400 - 600 thread count sheets. Lower thread count bedding may wear badly, higher thread counts can feel overly stiff or could have been made with lower quality yarn.'

What thread count is best for bedding?

Referring to the total number of threads in one square inch of fabric, a high thread count is associated with good quality cotton because it’s known to make the sheets soft and more durable. A sweet spot of about a 200 - 500 thread count sheet is all you’ll need for a smooth, silky-feeling sheet.

Fibres like linen or silk don’t have thread counts comparable to cotton as linen is thick so the thread count is low, while silk is so thin that it's typically measured by weight so you won’t need to worry about the thread count of these options.

Meet our experts

Emily and Jonathan Attwood

Emily and Jonathan Attwood are the Co-Founders of family-run, independent, luxury bedding and bath brand, scooms. Offering a simplified range of what they believe are the best pillows, duvets, bedding and towels on the market, scooms help make buying luxury and high-quality, natural bedding and towels easier.

Now you’ve seen our favourite bedding brands, it’s your turn to decide which one is your favourite. But don’t worry, you don’t have to spend a fortune. All of the brands featured will allow you to make your bedroom look expensive on a budget.