Where do you buy your linen from (UK)

[Paul75]

I want to know what brands people use and does thread count really matter?

I read before that someone recommended to get hotel style bag duvet covers?

I hate having to use buttons on my duvet covers!

Cheers

[Mike-And-Jane0]

@Paul75 Thread count is nice but a high count just makes the cotton harder to dry and costs more. I would go for 2-300 thread count sheets and not get so stressed when the get stained (as they inevitably will) and need replacing.

Duvet covers with zips were always my favourite.

Sheets we just bought from whatever shop had a good deal including internet sales and Dunelm/Tesco!

[Saodat0]

My answer possibly is not fully related. 
I would also think about the color of the linen.
It is way easier to have eaither mono dark or two-color linen, no?

[Fio1498]

It might be easier, but guests prefer white linen. From a conversion perspective, even if you don't offer them to all guests, I would therefore recommend to use white linen in the listing photos.

Personally, I prefer darker linens, but after years in the travel industry and even a online poll on my Instagram, I purchased white linens for my guests. 

[Elisa]

Hi @Paul75 😊, 

Thank you for asking this here!

What do you think of Dunelm and Tesco, as suggested by Mike and Jane?

Looking forward to hearing from you.

[Sami1051]

In our experience hosting multiple family units, practicality matters more than very high thread count.

We usually prefer durable cotton hotel-style linen around the 250–300 thread count range because it’s easier to wash, dries faster, and handles frequent turnovers better.

We also prefer plain white linen since it gives a cleaner hotel feel and makes replacements easier across multiple units.

For duvet covers, I definitely agree that zipper-style covers are much more practical than buttons for housekeeping efficiency.

Our linen is sourced from export-quality vendors in Faisalabad, Pakistan, and the durability has been quite good for hospitality use.

[Richard3769]

@Paul75 We been hosting for 8 years 

oddly we get our bed linen from the range store 

white quilt and pillows - hotel style with silky white striped

its non iron as well

haven’t ironed in 8 years 

great product good price 

stick to white looks classy and clean 

plus this is non iron 

[Farah148]

@Richard3769 Hi, could you please share a link, or specific name, of the non iron bed sheets you use? Thank you.

[Rene3412]

Hi Ma'am Rebecca, thank you for opening this discussion.

At Amara Suites Ph, we usually prioritize linens that are durable, comfortable, and easy to maintain for frequent guest turnovers.

We source from a mix of local hotel-supply stores, trusted online suppliers, and department stores depending on availability and fabric quality.

For us, the most important factors are: • Soft and breathable fabric for guest comfort

• Easy stain removal and quick drying

• Neutral and elegant colors that maintain a premium look

• Long-term durability even after multiple washes

We also learned that investing a little more in quality linens greatly improves guest satisfaction and helps create a more hotel-like experience, which guests truly appreciate.

One helpful tip we follow is keeping extra backup sets ready at all times to ensure smooth turnovers and maintain consistent cleanliness standards for every stay.

Looking forward to learning from other hosts’ recommendations as well.

Amara Suites Ph (Philippines)

Ren

[Sally144]

Hi Paul,

This question came through to me via Rebecca, community co-ordinator, but I can't see my reply here. I also couldn't see full message and context, so my reply was brief!  I shop around for whoever has a deal but quality. TKMax can have some lovely duvet sets. I also use Sainsburys. I think guests increasingly have high expectations of linen quality. I have also found that high thread count really does last longer, but 400 is fine. I always use cotton. I use white or patterned. I think guests don't trust dark colours to be clean. There is a reason hotels use white. With stains I find getting them dealt with immediatley usually does the trick even with hair oil! 

You've been doing this a long time by the look of it so you must be quite a linens expert yourself!

[Sally144]

I will add that it's more important to have durable fitted sheets. I go through them much more often than duvets. They get the most wear. So tough durable bottom sheets are a must. And definitely white.

[Elisa]

Hi @Sally144 😊, 

Thank you so much for helping Paul. I read so many great suggestions.

Do you usually buy online or in-store?

[Tiny154]

I  always put myself in the boots of a guest.  Therefore quality, soft and breathable linen is important.  It makes your guests feel valued. You will end up with a satisfied and happy guest and a great host!

[Elisa]

Hi @Tiny154 😊, 

Thank you for sharing this here!

Where do you usually buy your linen? Any good recommendations?

[Sandra7966]

Hi Paul, we are in Vanuatu and we use a company called Pacific Suppliers. They are a professional motel / Accommodation supplier, so the sheets are what you find in a general motel etc. They are good wearing and comfortable and easy to maintain and very reasonably priced, I pay 3,200vt per king size sheet. I suggest you find the same type of company in your region that supplies motels. Hope this helps others as well.

Cheers Sandy