How to choose the perfect bedding
Getting a good night’s sleep doesn’t have to be complicated. In addition to a comfy mattress, it’s about finding the right bedding for you. At IKEA, we’ve done plenty of research on sleep and what works in achieving that sweet spot of personal comfort. Scroll for tips on choosing your own pillow, duvet, and mattress protector for better sleep.
Getting started
Looking to update your bedding? Here are some things to consider:
- Refreshing your bedding is essential for a good sleep. It is recommended to buy a new pillow and mattress protector every one to two years. Duvets, on the other hand, should be replaced every 10 years.
- Our committment to using sustainable materials. At IKEA, all cotton in our bedding comes from more sustainable sources. This means that the production requires less pesticide and fertilizer. We actively work to reduce waste by using recycled polyester, down, and feather in our bedding. In short, you can choose our natural fibres with confidence. Learn more about our committment to sustainable materials.
- Find different materials with benefits. Whether you're looking for a duvet made of cotton for breathability or a pillow with down & feather filling for fluffiness, you'll find bedding that has different materials to suit your preference.
How to choose your bedding
Looking for the answer to better sleep? Explore our tips below on how to find the best pillow, duvet, and mattress protector that fits your needs and sleeping style.
How to choose: Pillow | Duvet | Mattress protector
How to choose a pillow
To find the right pillow, consider your sleeping position first. Are you a back sleeper, side sleeper, or stomach sleeper? A high pillow is recommended for back or side sleepers, while a low pillow is best suited for stomach sleepers.
Side sleepers or back sleepers
For back or side sleepers, a high pillow is recommended. This type of pillow, also known as a thick pillow, is firm and has more filling, thereby providing more support for side and back sleepers.
Stomach sleepers
If you are a stomach sleeper, we recommend a low pillow. Since it has less filling than a high pillow, a low pillow, also known as a thin pillow, will help align your head and spine when you sleep on your stomach.
Pillow material
In addition to sleeping position, it's important to consider the material of a pillow. We offer foam, polyester, and down & feather pillows.
Memory foam & foam pillows
A memory foam pillow moulds itself around your head, neck, and shoulders. This allows your muscles to relax and helps you move less and sleep better at night.
Polyester pillows
Our polyester, hollow fibre, and microfibre pillows are breathable, easy to clean, hypoallergenic and resistant to moisture. Choose this type of pillow if you feel hot at night or have allergies.
Down & feather pillows
Our down & feather pillows have beathable cotton fabric, which helps the air to circulate and moisture to evaporate. The result is a dry and comfortable sleeping envrionment, ideal for those who feel hot at night.
How to choose a duvet
Our duvets come in a range of warmth ratings and fillings so you can choose what’s best for you. To find the right duvet, start by considering how hot or cold you feel at night. Then, take a look at the different materials that make up our duvets.
Temperature
If you often feel cold when sleeping, go for an extra warm or warm duvet. These duvets are heavier and will keep you feeling warm at night.
On the other hand, if you feel hot at night, we suggest a cool or light warm duvet. These duvets are lightweight and will help balance your temperature while sleeping.
Duvet material
You can choose from our synthetic or down & feather duvets. Scroll for more information about each material.
Synthetic duvets
Our polyester duvets and comforters have soft, light fibres that keep their volume and insulation ability, allowing your body to breathe and maintain an even temperature throughout the night. These duvets are also very easy to care for, and they can be washed often and dry relatively quickly. You'll find a range of different levels of warmth to help you choose what's right for your body and the time of year.
Down & feather duvets
Get comfy the natural way with our down & feather duvets and comforters. The more down, the softer, warmer and lighter the duvet, while feathers draw away moisture to keep you nice and dry. Our duvets are machine-washable, and there's a range of warmth levels, so you can choose what suits you the best.
How to find the right mattress protector
To find your perfect mattress protector, consider which feature you prefer:
Waterproof | Temperature regulating | Elastic ribbon sides | Elastic edging all around
Waterproof
Our waterproof mattress protector is the perfect choice for children's mattresses. The GRUSNARV mattress protector prolongs the life of your mattress and protects it from stains and dirt.
Temperature regulating
This mattress and pillow protector keeps the temperature level constant to give you a good night's sleep. The filling of ROSENVIAL contains wax infused viscose fibres that absorb excess heat if the body temperature rises and release it when it drops again. Complement the ROSENVIAL mattress protector with the pillow protector from the same family.
Elastic ribbon sides
A mattress protector with elastic straps in each corner keeps it in place. The ÄNGSKORN mattress protector has lyocell fibres which absorb moisture to provide you with a comfortable sleep. Complement the ÄNGSKORN mattress protector with the pillow protector from the same family.
Elastic edging all around
A mattress protector with elastic edging all around ensures it stays in place and also protects the sides of your mattress.
Complete your bedding
From bedsheets to duvet covers and pillowcases, you can find all you need in the IKEA range to complete your bedding and make your bed a haven of comfort.
Bedsheets & bedlinen
Start with the basics: soft sheets that keep you lingering under the covers a little longer than you know you should. Available in a variety of colours, many of our bedsheet sets are also made from eco-friendly materials, so you can sleep extra well at night.
Duvet covers
In our selection of duvet cover sets, you can choose between different materials and styles. All the materials we use in our duvet covers are kind to your skin, setting you up for a truly dreamy night’s sleep.
Pillowcases
Our pillowcases come in a variety of colours that you can choose from for an easy bedroom refresh. The satin pillowcases are made of sustainable cotton and lyocell.
Our services
You can do everything yourself, but you don’t have to. We offer a range of services to make your life easier. To learn about all the services we offer, visit the services page.
