Hospital Linen Size Chart
This hospital linen size chart is a starting-point guide for common linen items used in South African hospitals, clinics and care homes. Sizes vary between manufacturers, so always confirm your mattress size, bed type, theatre table size and facility requirements before ordering.
| Product type | Common use | Typical size range | Notes before buying | Related products |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hospital flat sheets | Ward and recovery beds | Sized to standard and hospital mattresses | Confirm mattress length, width and depth | Hospital bed sheets |
| Fitted sheets | Beds where a secure fit is needed | Sized to mattress including depth | Confirm mattress depth for a proper fit | Hospital bed sheets |
| Draw sheets | Repositioning and mid-bed protection | Sized to run across the bed width | Confirm bed width | Draw sheets |
| Pillowcases | Ward and care beds | Standard pillow sizes | Confirm pillow dimensions | Hospital pillowcases |
| Cot sheets | Maternity and paediatric cots | Sized to cot mattresses | Confirm cot mattress size | Cot sheets |
| Bassinet sheets | Newborn and nursery bassinets | Sized to bassinet mattresses | Confirm bassinet size | Bassinet sheets |
| Operating sheets | Theatre draping | Varies by product and procedure | Confirm table size and protocol | Operating sheets |
| Fenestrated sheets | Site-specific draping | Varies by fenestration and procedure | Confirm opening size and position | Fenestrated sheets |
| Lithotomy sheets | Lithotomy-position procedures | Varies by product and procedure | Confirm shape and procedure needs | Lithotomy sheets |
| Orthopaedic sheets | Orthopaedic procedures | Varies by product and procedure | Confirm shape and procedure needs | Orthopaedic sheets |
| Theatre towels | Theatre and procedure areas | Varies by product | Confirm size and quantity | Theatre towels |
| Blankets | Ward and care beds | Sized to hospital and care beds | Confirm bed size | Hospital blankets |
| Mattress protectors | Care and hospital beds | Match to mattress size and depth | Confirm mattress size and depth | Mattress protectors |
Before you order, confirm
- Your mattress length, width and depth
- Your bed type (standard, hospital, cot, bassinet)
- Your theatre table size and draping requirements
- Your facility protocols and quantities
Frequently asked questions
How accurate is this size chart?
It is an indicative starting point. Sizes vary between manufacturers, so confirm exact dimensions on each product listing before ordering.
What should I confirm before ordering linen?
Confirm your mattress size and depth, bed type, theatre table size and facility requirements.
Can you help me match sizes to my facility?
Yes. Send your requirements to our bulk quote page and we will help match products to your needs.
Related guides and categories
- Linen Saver Size Guide
- Linen Savers FAQ
- Disposable vs Reusable Linen Savers
- Shop Linen Savers
- Request a Bulk Quote
Need help choosing or a bulk quote?
Our team supplies hospitals, clinics, care homes, frail care centres and families across South Africa. For advice or volume pricing, visit our bulk quote page or contact us.