Amazon Basics Weighted Blanket with Minky Duvet Cover - 5.5 kg, 122 x 183 cm, Dark Grey/Grey

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Because these don't really get dirty (they're tucked away inside your fancy-shmancy cover), you don't have to clean them as frequently. Blankets of old were made with thicker fibers that tended to be scratchy on the skin, and a soft cotton sheet was initially used to prevent skin irritation.

It can also help keep the duvet clean and hygienic by preventing dirt, dust, and allergens from accumulating on the surface. You don’t get the pilling with cotton or linen, and contrary to most people’s expectations, cotton lasts longer than polycotton as does linen. This reasoning has not been thought through enough because it means that the duvet cover serves as a top sheet, and not all duvet covers have the same hypoallergenic qualities as sheets do. And just like quilts, comforters consist of top and bottom fabrics which usually contain synthetic filing materials such as polyester or cotton.

To make your bed dressing even easier, a lot of comforters are sold in sets with coordinating pillows or blankets.

Afghans are similar to throws but are larger and warmer, whereas coverlets are similar to throws in size and weight but are designed for a specific use. Working with British heritage brand, Hypnos to bring two exclusive and expertly crafted pocket-sprung mattresses to our collection, here's all you need to know about our latest arrival.

Cotton sheets help to reduce the transfer of dead skin cells into our blankets, and being hypoallergenic also helps to prevent the growth of allergens in our beds.