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The Best Electric Blanket and Heated Mattress Pad
by Courtney Schley, Alex Arpaia, and Katie Okamoto
After testing dozens of heated mattress pads and blankets over the years, we found the best ones to keep you cozy at night.
These Durable Cotton Sheets Feel More Expensive Than They Are. They've Been Our Budget Pick Since 2016.
by Alexander Aciman
These aren’t the high-end sheets you might find at a resort, but our testers found their quality comparable to that of sets costing three times more.
The Best Flannel Sheets
by Jackie Reeve
After six years and almost 200 hours of research and testing, we still prefer L.L.Bean’s Ultrasoft Comfort Flannel Sheet Set.
The Best Sheets
by Christine Cyr Clisset
After years of researching bedsheets—from cotton to flannel and everything in between—we’ve found the best sets no matter what your preference.
The Best Mattress and Pillow Protectors and Encasements
by Autumn Whitefield-Madrano
After 17 hours of research, we think Protect-A-Bed’s AllerZip Smooth Mattress Encasement and Pillow Protectors are the best to ward off bedbugs and dust mites.
The Best Comforters
by Jackie Reeve
We’ve tried dozens of comforters, spending hundreds of hours sleeping on them. Here are the six best.
The Best Blankets
by Jackie Reeve
These seven good-looking, durable blankets will work for a variety of seasons and styles, on top of the bed or layered with other bedding for extra warmth.
Our Favorite Printed Sheets
by Jackie Reeve
We’ve highlighted some of our favorite prints and patterns among the tried-and-true sheets we love.
Why It’s Worth It to Spend a Little More on Sheets, Even for a Dorm Room
by Gabriella DePinho
Here’s our advice on how to shop for quality dorm sheets without breaking the bank.
The Best Quilts
by Jackie Reeve
After testing 14 different quilts, we found two cozy and beautiful ones that we love.
The Best Cotton Sheets
by Jackie Reeve
We’ve spent more than 600 hours over nearly a decade researching and testing cotton sheets. Here are the best ones we’ve found.
How Often You Should Wash Your Sheets (And How to Get Them Really Clean)
by Jackie Reeve
Most experts say you should wash sheets once a week. Here’s how (and why) to do that.
The Best Linen Sheets
by Jackie Reeve
After considering dozens of linen sheet sets and testing 25 over almost a decade, we’re confident Cultiver’s Linen Sheets are the best.
The Best Sheets for Hot Sleepers
by Jackie Reeve
If you sleep hot in the summer (or any other season), we think high-quality cotton or linen sheets are the best choice for keeping you cool.
Duvet Covers We Love
by Jackie Reeve
After spending almost 100 hours testing 16 duvet covers, we recommend five to style your bed for every season.
The Best Throw Blankets
by Jackie Reeve
We spent hundreds of hours researching and testing more than 50 throws. Here are 11 throws we think are the best to curl up with for a nap.
This Affordable Down Comforter Feels Like a Marshmallowy Hug
by Marilyn Ong
Target’s Casaluna Premium Down Comforter is one of the most affordable comforters we’ve tested, yet it has ethical down and still feels cozy and luxurious.
50(ish) Splurge-Worthy Wirecutter Picks to Upgrade Your Bedroom
by Gabriella DePinho
On the hunt for a timeless bed frame or luxe linen sheets? Here’s a selection of our favorite investment pieces to jazz up your sleeping space.
What Is a Good Thread Count for Sheets?
by Jackie Reeve
To get a great set of sheets, thread count matters. But it’s not the main criterion you should use—the quality of the cotton and the yarns matters more.
My Favorite Hair Care Tool is a Silk Pillowcase. I Hunted Down the Best One.
by Caira Blackwell
Your pillowcase could be doing more harm than good to your hair. We tried 7 silk options with the goal of making every day a good hair day.
All the Sheets Wirecutter Recommends
by Jackie Reeve
Here’s every set of sheets we recommend, from breezy summer linen to cozy winter flannel, from neutral solids to quirky prints.
The Best Weighted Blankets
by Caira Blackwell and Joanne Chen
A great weighted blanket is soothing, cozy, and attractive on your bed or sofa. We have nine to recommend for adults and kids.
We’ve Loved L.L. Bean Sheets for 9 Years. Here’s Why.
by Jackie Reeve
The L.L.Bean cotton percale sheets are a long-standing pick.
The Best Waterproof Mattress Protectors and Pads
by Jackie Reeve
We tested 14 protectors and found that the SafeRest Premium Mattress Protector is the best at keeping mattresses dry while still being comfortable to sleep on.
The Joy (and Anxiety) of Sleeping on $2,000 Sheets
by Jackie Reeve
We tested three of the most expensive sheets sets available—ranging from $1,000 to $2,000—to see how they compared with the cotton sheets we already recommend.
How to Shop for Bedding and Sheets Deals
by Elissa Sanci
Here's how to craft your bedroom oasis without going completely broke.