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Fitted Bed Sheet | Spectrum Ivory | King Size | Mitre Essentials GU196
£19.95
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£23.94/ inc vat
- Polycotton Blend
- Spectrum Ivory Colour
- King Size Fit
- Time-Saving Colour Coding
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Product Overview
Stepping up the quality of your guest accommodation is simple with the right details. This is the Mitre Essentials king size fitted bed sheet ivory, a dependable and stylish foundation for any professional bedroom. It’s not just about covering a mattress; it's about providing a crisp, clean, and comfortable experience that guests will remember. Designed specifically for the demands of the hospitality industry, this sheet combines practicality with a touch of understated elegance.
Perfect for bustling hotels, charming B&Bs, and serviced apartments across the UK, this sheet is the workhorse of the linen cupboard. Its durable polycotton blend is made to withstand the rigours of commercial laundering, while the soft ivory hue offers a warm and welcoming alternative to standard white. Key features like the smart colour-coded labelling and a generous 25cm depth make life easier for your housekeeping team, saving precious time and effort during changeovers.
If you're looking for linen that works as hard as you do, looks consistently smart, and delivers exceptional value, your search ends here. This isn't just bedding; it's an investment in efficiency, guest satisfaction, and the professional image of your business. It's the simple, reliable choice for a flawless finish, every single time.
Key Features and Benefits
- Polycotton Blend: Offers the ideal mix of cotton comfort and polyester durability.
- Spectrum Ivory Colour: Provides a warm, inviting, and sophisticated look for your rooms.
- King Size Fit: Perfectly sized for standard UK king beds for a neat finish.
- Time-Saving Colour Coding: Yellow tab helps staff identify king size linen in seconds.
- 25cm Box Depth: Fits snugly over most standard commercial mattresses without a struggle.
- Easy-Care Fabric: Resists wrinkles and is quick to dry, streamlining your laundry process.
- Commercial Durability: Built to withstand frequent, high-temperature washing without losing its integrity.
- Matching Range Available: Easily create a coordinated, professional look with matching pillowcases and duvets.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Mitre Essentials
- SKU: GU196
- Product Type: Fitted Bed Sheet
- Size: King
- Dimensions: 1980(L) x 1520(W) mm
- Depth: 250mm
- Material: 50% Cotton, 50% Polyester
- Colour: Spectrum Ivory
- Colour Code: Yellow
- Weight: 540g
Expert Review and Insights
The Mitre Essentials range is a staple in the hospitality trade for a reason. This fitted sheet strikes the perfect balance between cost and performance. It’s not trying to be a luxury Egyptian cotton sheet; it’s designed to be a reliable, presentable, and incredibly practical piece of kit for any busy establishment. The colour-coding alone is a massive operational win.
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- Practicality: The polycotton fabric and colour-coded tabs make laundering and sorting incredibly efficient.
- Luxe Feel: While comfortable, it doesn't have the premium silky feel of 100% cotton.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The Old Granary Hotel in Hexham, Northumberland, needed to overhaul their linen cupboard. Their old sheets were a mix-and-match collection that looked unprofessional and were a headache for housekeeping to sort and pair after laundering, especially during peak season.
"The difference was immediate. The ivory colour gives the rooms a warmer feel, and the colour-coded tags are just brilliant. What used to be a half-hour job of sorting sheets is now done in five minutes. It’s a small change that’s had a big impact on our daily operations."
Michael Davies – Proprietor
The hotel reported a 15% reduction in laundry changeover time and a notable increase in positive guest comments about room presentation.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Always give your new sheets a wash before their first use to soften the fabric and remove any packaging residue.
- Wash with similar colours to maintain the beautiful ivory shade.
- The 25cm depth is designed to be a snug fit; start by hooking one corner over the mattress and working your way around diagonally.
- The yellow label indicates it's a King size – a handy check before you start dressing the bed!
Keeping It Going
- For best results and hygiene, wash at 60°C, but the fabric can handle higher temperatures if required for thermal disinfection.
- Tumble dry on a medium setting. The polycotton blend dries much faster than pure cotton, saving energy.
- To make ironing easier (or even unnecessary), remove the sheet from the dryer while it's still slightly damp and fold it neatly.
- Treat any stains promptly before washing to ensure they don't set into the fabric.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this king size fitted bed sheet ivory genuinely soft?
A: Yes, the 50/50 polycotton blend is designed to be comfortable and soft to the touch, while also being incredibly durable for commercial use.
Q: Will it fit my extra-deep mattress with a topper?
A: This sheet has a standard 25cm (approx. 10 inch) depth, which fits most commercial mattresses well. We recommend measuring your mattress depth to ensure a perfect fit.
Q: How does the ivory colour hold up after many washes? Will it fade?
A: The Spectrum Ivory is designed for commercial laundering and is very colourfast. When washed with similar colours, it will retain its warm, consistent shade for a long time.
Q: Is this sheet difficult to iron?
A: Not at all. The polyester in the blend significantly reduces wrinkling compared to 100% cotton. For best results, fold it straight from a medium-heat tumble dryer.
Q: What is the colour-coding system for?
A: All Mitre Essentials linen is colour-coded by size (Yellow is for King) on the label. This allows housekeeping staff to quickly identify the right size sheet in a busy laundry or linen cupboard, saving significant time.
Q: Can I buy matching pillowcases and duvet covers?
A: Yes, the Spectrum Ivory range includes matching pillowcases and duvet covers, allowing you to create a fully coordinated and professional look.
Q: Is the material breathable for a comfortable night's sleep?
A: Absolutely. The 50% cotton component of the fabric ensures it remains breathable and comfortable for your guests.
Q: How does this 'hotel quality fitted bed sheet king size' differ from a domestic one?
A: It's built for longevity. The blend, weave, and stitching are all designed to withstand the much higher frequency and temperatures of commercial washing, which would quickly wear out standard domestic sheets.
The Mitre Essentials Promise: Consistency is Key
Beyond the thread counts and dimensions lies the core value of the Mitre Essentials brand: unwavering consistency. For over 70 years, Mitre has been a trusted partner to the UK hospitality industry, understanding that a hotel or B&B's reputation is built on countless small, perfect details. This isn't just a sheet; it's a component in a system designed for operational excellence. When you buy a Mitre GU196 today and another in a year, you are getting the exact same colour, fit, and feel. This reliability is invaluable. It means no more mismatched shades of ivory, no more battles with ill-fitting replacements. It allows you to deliver the same high-quality guest experience in every room, every single day. This long-term dependability saves you time, reduces waste from replacing mismatched items, and ultimately protects the professional image you've worked so hard to build.
Explore more from Mitre EssentialsThe Polycotton Advantage: Durability Meets Comfort
You often see '50/50 Polycotton' on commercial linen, but what does it actually mean for your business? It's all about creating the perfect partnership. 100% cotton is lovely and soft, but it creases like mad and can wear out surprisingly quickly with the intense washing cycles in a hotel laundry. 100% polyester is incredibly tough and wrinkle-resistant, but it doesn't feel as breathable or comfortable against the skin.
Think of the 50/50 blend as the ultimate team-up. The cotton brings the softness and breathability that guests love, while the polyester provides the backbone – the strength, shape-retention, and quick-drying properties that your operations need. This blend ensures the sheet feels good night after night, while also standing up to the daily grind of a commercial environment, saving you money on replacements and time on ironing. It’s the smart, balanced choice for any professional setting.
Who Should Buy This?
- Hotels & Guesthouses: For a durable, cost-effective solution to outfitting multiple rooms with a consistent, professional look.
- Serviced Apartments: Ideal for high-turnover properties needing resilient, easy-to-launder hotel quality fitted bed sheet king size linen.
- Bed & Breakfasts: A simple way to achieve a smart, coordinated aesthetic that impresses guests and simplifies housekeeping.
- Residential Care Homes: Providing residents with comfortable, hygienic, and easy-to-maintain bedding that stands up to daily use.
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