temperature regulating duvet insert

Usually a flat bed sheet is overlocked around the edges to form four seams. One of the seams is wider than the other three and helps with orienting the sheet correctly on the mattress. The wider seam goes at the head end of the mattress. Sometimes the sides do not have seams, but are finished with the selvedge only. When one makes a bed, the patterned or monogrammed side of the top sheet may be placed facing up, or facing down, in which case the top edge may be folded towards the foot of the bed to expose the design.

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The short answer is yes, you can use a duvet cover without the insert. In fact, many people choose to do so for various reasons. For example, if you have a down comforter that is too bulky or heavy to fit comfortably inside the duvet cover, removing the insert can make it much easier to put on and take off. Additionally, if you prefer a lighter sleeping experience, using a duvet cover without the insert can help reduce the overall weight of your bed.

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