Linen bedding

Bed Linen Types

Although terms can vary slightly, the main types of bed linen are outlined below.

Top Sheet or Flat Sheet

Commonly used in North America, but uncommon in Europe, a top sheet (also known as a flat sheet), is the sheet that separates you from your comforter, blanket, or quilt. In Europe (and very slowly catching on in the United States), the duvet cover takes the place of the top sheet.