Definition of California King Sheets

The Facts

• California king sheets are designed to fit a bed that is 72 inches wide by 84 inches long. These longer beds are a better choice for tall people, especially those over 6 feet.

Top Versus Bottom

• The top sheet of a California King bed will fit a standard king bed but the bottom fitted sheet will not.

Considerations

• Sometimes California king sheets are hard to find outside of the West Coast of the United States. An alternative is to buy online.

Thread Counts

• Like all other sheets, California King sheets can be found in a variety of fabrics and thread counts. The higher the thread count, such as 1200-count Egyptian cotton, the more luxurious the feel and the higher the price.

Fun Fact

• California king beds and sheets are sometimes called "Cali" kings or Western kings.