If you have a split-head adjustable bed and only need the fitted piece, a full sheet set is more than you want to buy. A top split fitted sheet is sold on its own: the split-top fitted sheet that lets each side of your adjustable base move independently without the sheet popping off. Here is what to know and how to pick your size.
A top split fitted sheet is split at the top so each side of a split-head adjustable bed moves separately. Ours comes in Queen, King and California King, with 15" or 18" pocket depth, from $39.99.
What is a top split fitted sheet?
A top split fitted sheet is a fitted sheet divided from the top edge down to about the middle, so the two halves of the bed can be raised separately without pulling the sheet loose. The split is what makes it work on a split-head adjustable bed, where each person reclines their own side. Below the split, the sheet stays joined, so the bed still feels like one continuous surface when it is flat. The split section overlaps so there is no gaping gap in the middle.
Who needs one
- Split-head adjustable base owners whose fitted sheet pops off a corner every time one side lifts.
- Anyone replacing just the fitted sheet who already has flat sheets and pillowcases and does not want to buy a whole set.
- Couples with different sleep positions, where one side elevates and the other lies flat.
Sizes, pockets and pricing
| Size | 15" pocket | 18" pocket |
|---|---|---|
| Queen | $39.99 | $41.99 |
| King | $44.99 | $46.99 |
| California King | $49.99 | $51.99 |
The split length is a standard 32", which matches the split section on most adjustable bases. Pick 18" pocket depth if you have a thick mattress or a topper.
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600 Thread Count Cotton Top Split Fitted Sheet Split-top design, deep pockets and 360-degree elastic, silky 100% cotton. Queen, King, Cal King in 15" or 18" depth. From $39.99. Shop this sheet |
Frequently asked questions
What is a top split fitted sheet?
A fitted sheet split at the top so each side of a split-head adjustable bed lifts independently while the bottom stays joined as one surface.
How is it different from a split king sheet?
A top split is split only at the top, so the bed still feels like one mattress when flat. A fully split king is two separate sheets for two separate mattresses.
What pocket depth should I choose?
15" suits most mattresses. Choose 18" if you have a thick mattress or add a topper, so the deep pockets and 360-degree elastic still grip properly.
Will it work on a regular bed?
It will fit, but the split is unnecessary on a flat mattress. For a standard bed, a regular fitted sheet is the better choice.
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