Wanting to know how to tuck a silk flat sheet so it both looks neat and won’t come undone during the night? We’re here to help. Flat sheets can make a bed look crisp, clean and tidy when tucked properly and won’t come loose or undone as you sleep on them, however, they are often overlooked and fitted sheets are favoured for easiness.
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Flat sheets vs fitted sheets:
Silk fitted sheets are generally more popular thanks to their easiness when it comes to making the bed, however, there is a consequence to their easiness that often comes during the night, Because there is less tucking to do with fitted sheets, it’s often a common problem when they spring up off the corner and come loose when you’re wriggling around at night, leaving you battling with the corner of your sheet.
It is much more difficult for a flat sheet to come undone when tucked properly, leaving you with a much more comfortable sleeping surface and less hassle in the morning when it comes to re-making the bed.
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Should a fitted sheet tuck under the mattress?
Fitted sheets are designed to fit perfectly around your mattress, with elasticated edges that hug the mattress to keep it from coming undone. The issue is that all mattresses are different. If you have a deep mattress you might find your same-size fitted sheet only just stretches over – making it more prone to springing off in the night. Purchasing the size above and tucking it slightly under the mattress may help relieve this problem. Alternatively, if you have a thinner mattress, your fitted sheet may have excess material that needs to be tucked under. Ultimately, fitted sheets are not designed to be tucked, but depending on your mattress depth, this might be needed for that crisp, taut finish.
How to tuck a flat sheet to create tight corners:
Step 1
Lay your flat sheet evenly over your mattress and smooth out any creases or wrinkles on the surface.
Top tip – always make sure your sheet is pulled taut before you begin the folding and tucking process as this will help to prevent creases in the sheet at the end.
Step 2
Start by taking a corner and folding it sideways so it sits flush with the bottom of the mattress. This will create a triangle shape with the excess fabric above it. The best way to do this is to picture that your mattress is a gift and the sheet is the wrapping paper – the same method applies.
Step 3
Bring the excess fabric from above and pull it from the tip downwards and tuck tightly underneath the mattress. You should be left with a nice corner and fold on the side of the mattress.
Step 4
Once you’ve repeated this step on each corner of the mattress, you can then check the surface for any loose parts or creases and adjust accordingly – it’s that simple! You can then add the rest of your bedding for a clean and tidy bedroom with a crisp, freshly made bed.
How do you tuck in non-fitted sheets?
Tucking in non-fitted sheets can seem daunting due to the larger surface area and loose edge. The key to tucking in non-fitted sheets is to pull them taut and start with the corners and create a sharp fold to ensure there are no creases.
Once you learn how to tuck a flat sheet properly with tight, neat corners and a smooth sleeping surface, you’ll be reaching for flat sheets a lot more often when it comes to making the bed. Without further ado, let’s get tucking!
Once you nail this guide, you’ll be able to tuck a flat sheet like a pro, leaving you with a satisfying end result and a restful night’s sleep. You may even reach for a flat sheet over a fitted sheet as you’ll find they won’t come loose throughout the night. Let us know what you think of our step-by-step guide to tucking a flat sheet and if it works for you. Whether your preference is flat or fitted, Jasmine Silk has a wide range of luxurious mulberry silk bed linen that is super-soft and folds like a dream, giving you a satisfying and beautiful finish for your bed.
