Flannel sheets, on the other hand, are great for keeping warm during the colder months. Flannel sheets are made of cotton or wool and are known for their softness and insulation.  When choosing flannel sheets, pay attention to the weight of the fabric, as heavier weights are generally warmer and more durable.  Choose flannel sheets that weigh 5 ounces or more for a comfortable and long-lasting option.

A bed-sheet is a square piece of fabric that is consists of an elastic band lining that fits directly over the mattress. Another type of bed-sheet includes stitched ends without a stretchy band. You can use both the fitted bed sheet and the straight and stitched type at the same time during hot nights.

In 1689, English diplomat, Paul Rycaut visited Hamburg in Germany where he first experienced sleeping under a duvet. He sent his friends back in England some bags of eiderdown with instructions on how to make their own duvets and he also tried to sell the duvets himself. Unfortunately for him, the British people were not keen to embrace this new concept. It was prohibitively expensive, so instead, they opted to carry on using the more affordable sheets and blankets.