Most New Zealanders try to spend about eight hours in their beds every night, but we often forget about one of the key elements to bedtime comfort: our sheets.
There’s nothing sweeter than slipping into a fresh set of sheets, but our once pristine bedding can become threadbare, scratchy and disappointing over time.
It sounds pretty depressing, but don’t fret – there’s a silver lining to those stained, worn sheets you’ve had on your bed for years!
And that is the fact that swapping them out for a brand new sheet set is one of the easiest ways to totally revamp your entire bedroom.
The best affordable sheet sets in New Zealand
We’ve rounded up the best affordable sheet sets under $200 that will have you sleeping on cloud nine.
01
Hommey Sheet Set Bundle
from $225.86 at Hommey
Sheet sets don’t need to be plain – switch things up with a 100% organic cotton Hommey bedding bundle, which includes a fitted or flat sheet, another fitted sheet and a pillowcase pair. They’re designed to be mixed & matched to curate your space.
Sizes: Cot — Super King.
Colours: Available in 12 shades — including the iconic Hommey stripes
Material: 100% organic cotton
Key features:
- Stonewashed for a distinctly fresh, soft feel.
- Woven with a superior sateen technique for high breathability.
- 240 thread count
- Colour-matched zippers on pillowcases
02
Emma Bamboo Bedding Set
from $179 at Emma Sleep
Made from 100 per cent bamboo – a breathable material that ensures you stay fresh all night – and boasting a 300 thread count, these sheets will set you up for a sweatless snooze in no time.
Sizes: Single – King
Materials: 100% bamboo
Key features:
- Comes with a fitted sheet, flat sheet, and pillowcase
- 300TC fabric
- Breathable material
03
Ecosa Bamboo Sheet Set
from $168 at Ecosa
Made from ultra-soft bamboo, these chic sheets add a luxurious touch to your bedroom without an exorbitant price tag.
Sizes: Single – Super King
Colours: Comes in 17 shades
Materials: 100% organic bamboo
Key features:
- 400TC sateen weave bamboo bedding
- Hypoallergenic, odour-resistant and antibacterial
- Breathable and moisture-wicking
- Eco-friendly and sustainable fabric
04
Stonewashed Cotton Sheet Set
from $182 at Shop Your Home and Garden
Relaxed, lightweight and breathable, you’ll look forward to crawling into these sheets year-round. A soft stonewashed finish means this fabric feels super soft and silky, and only becomes softer with every wash.
Sizes: King Single – Super King
Colours: Three neutral shades
Materials: 100% stonewashed cotton
Key features:
- Comes with one flat sheet, one fitted sheet and two pillowcases (Single and King single sizes only include 1 x Pillowcase)
- Breathable, silky soft fabric
- Includes a Home Lab storage bag for easy cupboard storage
05
Wake In Cloud Bed Sheets Set
from $41.25 on Amazon
With over 1,000 global ratings, these sheets are highly recommended by reviewers, with one saying: “The quality is so good, it gives me a silky and luxurious feel whenever I sleep on my bed”.
Sizes: king single – super king
Colours: 24
Materials: 100% microfiber
Key features:
- Soft and durable
- Lightweight
- Fade-resistant
- Wrinkle-resistant
06
Koo Cotton Sheet Set
from $70 at Spotlight
Luxurious, timeless and boasting an impressive 400 thread count, this crisp-cotton sheet set ensures your utmost comfort and tranquillity. The cotton material allows for excellent breathability, meaning a comfortable and refreshing sleep, no matter the time of year.
Sizes: Single – Super King
Colours: Comes in five shades.
Materials: High-quality cotton
Key features:
- Crisp cotton composition
- 400-thread count
- Five neutral colours
What are the softest sheets on a budget?
Cotton is often thought to be the softest of bed sheet materials, and luckily they are often super affordable to shop.
When it comes down to it, the key is looking at the thread count of your sheets.
A thread count of between 200 and 800 will certainly provide soft, silky comfort, and choosing the finish of your sheets will also make a difference.
Not only will you be sleeping better on a crisp new sheet set, but your room is guaranteed to look – and feel – better with the addition of new linens.
You can even change up the entire atmosphere in your bedroom by investing in something new and unique, like jewel-tone sheets or bedding with an unexpected print.
The best part is that you don’t even need to have heaps of cash to spare to make the change because there are so many affordable bedding options (like the ones above).
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