Bath Sheet Vs. Bath Towel: How To Choose, According To The Pros

Our Top Bath Sheet Recommendation: Boll & Branch Plush Bath Sheet

Features

• Best for: Taller/larger individuals; lounging post-shower; greater absorbency; indulgent; spa-like feel; bathrooms with space and airflow.
• Standard dimensions: At least 35 by 60 inches at a minimum.
• Purpose: Bath sheets will give you full-body coverage. If you’re a taller or larger individual, you won’t need to double up with a bath sheet. They’re also ideal for those who crave the heavy, indulgent feel of being wrapped in hotel or spa towels. “They’re perfect for lounging or air-drying post-lotion,” adds Odesanya.

Pros

• Luxurious feel: With their greater surface area and heavier weight, bath sheets have a plusher feel that call to mind towels used in spas or hotels.
• Full-body coverage: With dimensions that average 35 by 60 inches at a minimum, bath sheets often offer coverage from your chest to your calves, Odesanya says.
• Great for lounging: Bath sheets’ extra coverage gives them a more cozy feel that’s ideal for post-shower lounging, which makes them ideal for “spa at home moments,” says Jacobs. Odesanya also recommends using sheets after a full-body lotion application.
• More absorbent: The larger surface area lets bath sheets absorb more water than standard towels before becoming damp.

Cons

• More expensive: Bath sheets are made with more material than bath towels, which translates to a higher price tag. Machine-washing them is also less energy-efficient than standard towels (not to mention, fewer bath sheets than towels can fit in a washing machine).
• Longer drying time: Their high absorbency is a double-edged sword—they take longer to air-dry. “They’re a mold risk in humid climates without ventilation,” Odesanya says.
• Takes up more space: Their oversized construction means sheets might not fit on standard bars and will need hooks or extra-long rails, says Odesanya. “They may be more difficult to store when not in use and can be too large and bulky for smaller bathrooms or younger children,” adds Parima Ijaz, textile expert and founder of linen company Pure Parima.

Our Heavyweight Bath Sheet Recommendation: Brooklinen Super-Plush Bath Sheets

Material: 100% long-staple Turkish cotton | Construction: Z-twist | Size: 40 x 65 inches | Weight: 820 GSM | Colors: 18 | Certifications: Oeko-Tex

Our home team crowned Brooklinen’s Super-Plush Bath Towel their top heavyweight pick after testing. This is the Bath Sheet version, which is made with the same plush long-staple cotton and heavy 820 GSM but is several inches longer and wider. “They offer a far thicker texture than the other towels on the list—just make sure you’re ready to use a little arm strength each time you reach for one fresh out of the shower,” one tester notes. The Super-Plush proved to be incredibly durable too, with each wash leaving them even softer.