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[t-hype]

This probably seems like a silly question but from time to time I'll see folks mention bedsheets on their "Things to Bring" list.

I had no idea that the concept of bedsheets was so liberally interpreted around the globe. How "different" can Korean bed sheets really be? Is this a size or fabric issue?

I'm planning to be there in August and wanted to know whether it really is worth bringing sheets from home. Photos of Korean style sheets appreciated.

Thanks.

[MollyBloom]

Usually there are no fitted sheets. The sheets are a blanket, which can be scratchy, hot and heavy, or too small for the bed (or for the bedder).

[mj roach]

and at most k/outlets like mega mart - e mart....way over priced

[NightSky]

[tselem]

My previous schools provided me with sheets and a comforter. However, I brought over my own sheets from home. The ones provided were scratchy, as is most of the cheaper sheets here. And as others have noted, bedding can be quite expensive here.

If you choose to bring them, I would recommend bringing flat sheets (not fitted) and at least queen size.

[tzechuk]

You can get cheap fitted sheets in Korea.

www.laredoute.co.kr

www.auction.co.kr

[smurfetta]

I brought my own sheets and I am glad I did. I just wish that I brought a second set because I don't have a dryer. I know you can order flat and fitted sheets online but a lot of the websites require either a Korean to buy the stuff for you or the ability to read Korean. For a new person coming over here, I would recommend bringing what you feel that you need to make yourself comfortable at first. You have lots of time to figure out the ins and outs of buying online here later.

Also, there is a shop called Muji located in the Lotte Mart (second floor) at Seoul station has cotton fitted sheets, cotton pillow cases, cotton duvet covers, and pillows all at a reasonable price. But, they don't have flat sheets.

[articulate_ink]

I agree, bring over flat sheets and pillowcases. Some Korean blankets are made of an awful scratchy synthetic fabric. The embossing and lacy crap aren't very nice to sleep on, either. The plain ones are great once you've washed them a couple of times and they soften up, though. I'm talking about the ones that come in solid colors (usually bright purple, blue, etc), are fairly light (but heavier than Western linens), and are quilted. Sorry, I don't know what these are called in Korean so I can't give a link.

Does the store Poly-M still exist? The one in Itaewon, where I bought sheets and towels, has closed. It used to be a good place to buy household things. IKEA's supposedly opening up here later this year but I wouldn't hold my breath. If Poly-M's still around, it's a good stopgap. Not cheap, but good products.

[MollyBloom]

[shetan]

yeah I had to get a friend to bring some over for me. Considering how much time you spend in bad, a nice set of sheets are worth bringing...

worst case senario you can order new ones online or buy some used sheets with the bed... prob should buy from a female though .. haha

[saw6436]

I would not be able to live without my 800ct fitted sheets. Korean style is ok in fall/winter but no can do in
summer.

[renzobenzo1]

Bring your own.
Or expect to pay between 15-40 dollars for 1 single sheet.
Not to mention a duvet and pillows you will also need.

[billybrobby]

Why wouldn't bedsheets be different? Sleeping and bathing arrangements tend to vary greatly around the world.

[saw6436]

15 to 40 dollars for a single sheet? What are you? Some kind of barbarian?

[NightSky]