What Sheets Are Best for Airbnb Hosts? A Practical Guide from the Hosting Hotline

If you’re tired of snagged sheets, wrinkle-filled beds, and lint rolling every turnover, you’re not alone. This week’s Hosting Hotline question comes from Sarah in Redwood, Mississippi, who’s hosted over 30 stays in just six months—and wants sheets that actually hold up.

Before you swap out your linens again, here are the top things to check first:

1. It’s Not Always the Sheets

Issues like dullness or snagging can often come from:
– Aging washers and dryers
– Harsh or incompatible detergents
– Poor water quality (especially hard water)

Don’t overlook these basics—your linens might be great, but your equipment may be working against you.

2. Two Brands We Recommend

– Standard Textile (via HostGPO): Used by Hilton and Marriott, designed for high-turnover hospitality use. Comes pre-washed in Tide. Available in poly blends and cotton.
– California Design Den: Offers sample sets and a free program for STR hosts. Founder interview drops next week—don’t miss it!

3. Poly vs. Cotton: What’s Best?

Cotton feels luxurious, but wrinkles. Poly blends resist wrinkles, but may feel less high-end. Want wrinkle-resistant cotton? Take your sheets out of the dryer just before they’re fully dry and smooth them by hand.

4. Lint Happens—Here’s What to Do

There’s no magic bedding that prevents all lint or hair. Even luxury hotels still lint-roll beds as part of SOPs. Our top tips:
– Lint roll after making the bed
– Keep linens off the floor
– Watch for dust stirred by HVAC vents
– Tie back your hair, but be realistic—stray hairs happen

5. There Is No “Easy Button”

Hosting is a business. Bedding is a core part of the guest experience, and just like pricing or messaging, it takes ongoing attention. If you’re looking for a 100% wrinkle-free, lint-proof, snag-proof solution—we hate to say it, but it doesn’t exist.

However, with the right systems, tools, and expectations, you can create a crisp, clean bed that earns five-star reviews and holds up over time.

Have More Questions? We’d love to hear from you! Submit your hosting questions to the Hosting Hotline and tune in to the podcast for answers. Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram for more tips: @thanksforvisiting_.

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Resources:

• Proper Insurance | Book your FREE risk assessment today!
• California Design Den – Short-Term Rental Bedding Program |Request free sheet samples and join their host-exclusive VIP program: https://www.jotform.com/form/240328613238150
• Standard Textile via HostGPO Access professional-grade hospitality bedding (used by Hilton, Marriott, and more) | https://public.hostgpo.com/presignup.html?key=tfv&utm_source=tfv&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate
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