Best Web Sites for Bedding and Linens

If you know where to start, shopping online for bedding and linens can be an exceedingly efficient way to find bargains for your bed or linen closet. The best sheets that we own, a deep-pocket 300-thread count cotton set, were ordered online. Before I plunked my sheets into the online shopping cart, there were some key considerations. Being able to quickly locate the right size, weight, and color of bedding, as well as being able to read reviews of the items I was comparing was enormously helpful. And the result? I got exactly the sheets I wanted. When you are ready to begin your quest, here are 6 of the best online retailers for bedding and linens. Some are specialty stores, while others are larger merchants with extensive bath and bedding selections.

1. Overstock.com

Search Options: size. material, color, brand, thread count

Product Reviews: yes

Personalized Monogramming: no

With most bedding in the mid to upper range of product quality, Overstock's discounts can be excellent-you can even search by percentage off the retail price. When you check back later, your desired item may or may not be in stock, so there is not guarantee that you can order a set that you like again. Based on the customer comments, many people do seem to order additional sets nonetheless. And who can blame them when shipping is only $2.95?

2. The Company Store

Search Options: material, pattern

Product Reviews: no

Personalized Monogramming: yes

Free monogramming on some items is one aspect that sets the Company Store apart from many of its competitors. The designs offered are generally high-quality but simple, with more homespun or contemporary looks as opposed to lacy or frilly styles. They also feature eco-friendly material options like bamboo and organic cotton.

3. Amazon.com

Search Options: color, size, brand, material, price, discount, average customer review, and more

Product Reviews: yes

Personalized Monogramming: no

The online mega-store does so many things right, and their bedding department is no exception. There are scads of product reviews to help you decide, as well as extensive selection and competitive prices, not to mention the possibility of free shipping on many Amazon orders ($25 and up).

4. Designer Linens Outlet

Search Options: designer, thread count, size

Product Reviews: no

Personalized Monogramming: no

Luxury bedding at a discount is what this Designer Linens Outlet promises, and the discounts can be significant. You won't find sheets with a thread count less than 300, and they offer a range of materials from cotton to satin to silk. One small feature that impressed me was that their promotional coupon is displayed on every page, including the ordering page, making it easy to read and type in your coupon code when you are ready to buy.

5. Target.com

Search Options: material, pattern, color, price, thread count

Product Reviews: yes

Personalized Monogramming: no

Not surprisingly, Target offers a wide range of bedding and linens online. It is very simple to narrow down to what you are looking for on the site. Pre-monogrammed sheets, towels, and throws are even available if your letter is in stock.

6. Horchow.com

Search Options: pattern, collection

Product Reviews: no

Personalized Monogramming: yes

This high-end linen specialty store also offers personalized monogramming as well. Horchow features some exclusive items for customers who are looking for top quality bedding and linens that are definitely not run-of-the-mill.

To speed you on your way, here are the links to the 6 aforementioned web sites:

www.overstock.com

www.thecompanystore.com

Amazon Bath and Bedding

www.designerlinensoutlet.com

Target Bedding

Horchow