
Dreaming of the AAAHHHH..... feeling when you drop into bed tonight? Or is your experience more of a nightmare? Don’t make mistakes in setting up the place where you spend one third of your life. Are your bed, mattress and sheets worthy? Let us help you sort out the fact from fiction and get products that make a real difference for your comfort (and your sleep!).
Mistake #1: Overthinking thread count.
Have you been trained to think that thread count is the only thing you need to consider when buying sheets? Quick definition: Thread count is simply calculated by adding the number of horizontal and vertical threads in one square inch of fabric. As so many have pointed out recently: higher numbers are not necessarily better. There are other variables underlying those numbers including the quality, type and thickness of each fiber, and the weave (see below). What is the best thread count for bedding? Bedding thread counts start at around 150, anything over 200 will result in a softer, more comfortable fabric. A recent Consumer Reports test confirmed that higher thread count does not guarantee better sheets and gave highest marks to sheets with a thread count of 280. In fact, the highest thread-count fabrics are known to breathe less and tear more than lower thread-count fabrics.
Fix: Consider the fabric specifications: specifically long-staple cottons can be spun into finer threads that feel softer. Don’t be fooled by the illegal marketing practice of inflating thread counts by counting “plies” of lower quality fibers that are twisted together with each thread. Evaluate more important elements such as comfort, shrinkage, fit, and brand reliability and customer service.
Mistake #2: Weave Warning
Fabric weave can affect your comfort.
Fix: Know your weave with this straightforward guide. Let’s start with Sateen and Percale, which are the two most common fabrics used in bedding.
Percale is a classic sheet fabric, cool and light feeling, with a matte finish, like a button-down shirt. This feel is accomplished by the simplest weave style – one thread over, one thread under. The fabric is durable, getting softer with each wash and provides great breathability. These are a great choice if you tend to run warm at night.
Sateen sheets give a luxurious feel. It is the closest thing to satin but without the price tag! Its weave style – one thread under, three threads over – exposes more thread which gives it a silky feeling. Sateen tends to be heavier in weight and perfect for year round use.

A less common weave you may hear about is twill. The over and under pattern of this fabric creates a herringbone (diagonal) pattern, and it results in a heavier fabric, more often used in fashion and furnishing.
Mistake #3: Stumped by size.
It sounds silly – everyone knows what size bed they have, right? It’s not quite that easy sometimes, and there are many confusing mattress names, international sizes, and special bed types to throw us off.

Fix: Read the fine print and be ready to measure!
Queen sized beds are most common in the US with about 45% of us sleeping on one. Standard residential queens measure 60 inches wide by 80 inches long, and there are not many variations. (A common size used in RVs is known as a “Short Queen” which is 75 inches long and will be back in stock at QuickZip by June 2019!)
King - we had to write a whole blog on the confusing king world – but the short version is that a standard US King measures 72 inches wide by 80 inches long. Then it gets complicated....... here are a few common king alternatives (and see the blog for information on international “king” sizes):

Full (AKA: Double). Measures 54 inches wide by 75 inches long. A small percentage of full-sized mattresses are Full XL which are 80 inches long
Twin (AKA: Single). Measures 38 inches wide by 75 inches long. This is a common size for kids, bunk beds, day beds, lofts, etc.
Twin XL. Measures 38 Inches wide by 80 inches long. This size was formerly mostly found in college dorms and some hospital beds; but, as noted above, this size is becoming popular for split king adjustable beds.
Special Sizes: You can find mattresses in so many custom and special sizes – everything from those with corners cut off for perfect fit in an RV or boat, to a “Texas King”. At QuickZip, we can’t make them all, but work hard to stock sheets in the most common sizes. We make a special dorm Twin XL that is narrower and thinner, sized perfectly for college mattresses (and some in-home hospital beds).
Mistake #4: Getting into Deep Sheet.
Sheets are usually sized to accommodate average mattress depths; but Consumer Reports found that 50% of queen sheets didn’t fit the average after repeated washing.

Fix: Know your mattress depth and buy sheets that accommodate it. We did a lot or research in sizing our sheets, so we know it is often hard to find information on sheet (and mattress) depth. Regular mattresses range in thickness from 10 to 14 inches; however, there are also thicker mattresses available ranging from 15 to 22 inches, and sheet for these styles are generally labeled “deep”, or” extra deep”.
QuickZip sheets have elastic in the corner seams so they flex to fit your mattress. Here are our sizes.
|
Size |
Dimensions (Inches) |
Max Depth (Inches) |
Min Depth (Inches) |
|
Crib |
27x52 |
6.5 |
4.5 |
|
Twin |
75x39 |
10.5 |
5 |
|
TwinXL |
80x39 |
15 |
6.5 |
|
Full |
75x54 |
15 |
6.5 |
|
Queen |
80x60 |
16 |
7.5 |
|
King |
80x76 |
17.5 |
10.5 |
|
Cal King |
84x72 |
17.5 |
10.5 |
|
RV/Short Queen |
75x60 |
13.5 |
6 |
|
Special TwinXL Narrow |
80x36 |
8 |
4 |
Mistake #5: Forgetting Fit
Fix: Go beyond size and depth. QuickZips are built to stay snugly on your mattress through the night, no sagging or popping off; to zip off and on for quick changes; and to fold easily (no Youtube required.)
We reinvented the fitted sheet with a two-piece design that is quick to change, easy to fold, and won't pop off. Each Fitted Sheet includes a base and a zip sheet. Extra interchangeable 'add-on' zip sheets are available separately in a variety of colors & fabrics.
Each Fitted Sheet includes two parts: 1x Fitted Sheet Base + 1x Fitted Zip Sheet (split sizes include 2x)
Discover the easiest, most comfortable fitted sheet you’ll ever own. The QuickZip Fitted Sheet zips on and off in seconds, ending the struggle of lifting heavy mattresses or wrestling with stubborn corners. Goes on ONCE like a standard fitted sheet, and then changing sheets is refreshingly simple—just zip off the top and zip on a fresh one.
Our secure base features extra-wide elastic underneath for a snug, stay-put fit that won’t pop off, even on adjustable beds. It’s thoughtfully engineered for every kind of sleeper and every kind of bed, ensuring a smooth, tailored look and feel that lasts.
Available in both common and hard-to-find sizes, QuickZip comes in a variety of premium fabrics and colors to suit your style—whether you prefer crisp percale, luxe sateen, breezy ComfortCore or cozy flannel. And when it’s time to switch things up, simply zip on a new Zip Sheet - all colors and fabric are interchangeable within the size (sold separately). One base, endless comfort and possibilities—because great sleep starts with smarter design.
We ship orders with care each business day from our headquarters in Denver, Colorado. Our team is here for you. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions about shipping services.
US Shipments
We offer free standard (4-8 day) shipping on all US orders over $149. No promotion code required. US orders under $149 are eligible for flat-rate shipping of $12.00. Shipping is generally via USPS, FedEx or UPS. Delays by the shipping carrier are beyond our control.
Expedited US shipping options are available. Expedited orders must be placed before 10 am (US Mountain Time) on business days to ship same-day.
Processing times: We generally ship orders within 48 hours Mon-Fri; high volumes during holidays, etc may extend processing time.
Orders Outside of the US
International shipping is available, and orders ship within 72 business hours. We ship with DHL, and rates are shown in the order/checkout process. Certain products, including mattress pads, blankets, and comforters, cannot be shipped internationally, as noted in the product listing.
International Duties & Taxes
If applicable in your locale, our system will calculate and collect any applicable import duties & taxes when you checkout. This allows your QuickZip order to arrive quickly with no additional payment due to your authority.
60 Days - Free Returns (all US orders). Try out your new bedding, risk free! Sleep on it, change it, wash it, fold it, lounge in it; and, if you aren’t 100% happy with your purchase, return it within 60 days for a full refund (any original shipping, gift wrap or duties excluded).
International customers are responsible for return shipping cost. Please contact us at info@quickzip.com instructions.
All QZ products are designed and crafted to make your life easier and more comfortable. That starts with easy care fabrics and low maintenance laundry days. All of our bedding is fully washable; cottons and our new hybrid fibers are meant to live and breathe with you. The premium YKK Vislon zippers are designed (and well tested!) to last wash after wash, and with a smooth finish, wash them worry-free with all your bedding loads.
Keep your QuickZip bedding looking and feeling their best with these general tips: