When selecting a hospital sheet set, it is important to consider the specific needs of the patient and the requirements of the healthcare facility.  For example, some patients may be sensitive to certain materials and require the use of hypoallergenic fitted medical bed sheets.  Additionally, the size and dimensions of the hospital bed should be considered to ensure that the medical bed sheets fit correctly and securely.

The 19^th century saw the invention of the cotton gin. This machine quickly and easily separates cotton fibres from their seeds which revolutionised cotton production. Thus, the cotton sheet was born. This was the start of a new industry. It became much easier to produce cotton than flax and that in turn made it a cheaper product. Ultimately cotton became the popular choice for bedding, though the name bed linen stuck.