Please refer to our Anatomy of a Bed illustration, highlighting each key element and its defining terms, so you will soon be an expert in planning your very own dream bed.

The term bed sheet was first used in the 15th century.^[1] Bed sheets were traditionally white and made of cotton, linen or silk, however, now various colors and patterns are used.

Cotton is a plant that loves warmer weather and it takes several months for it to produce the fluffy cotton balls that we all know. After the plants are harvested, they are defoliated and send to the cotton gin. There, the cotton fibers are combed — this is done for cleaning and fiber straightening purposes — and then spun into yarn.

Bed sheets are a specific type of bed linen that directly come into contact with your skin. Consisting of fitted and flat sheets, they provide a barrier between you and your mattress or duvet, ensuring a comfortable, hygienic sleep environment.