An overview of bed linen sizes: German, EU and special sizes
In Germany, bed linen is usually sold in sizes of 135 x 200 cm or 155 x 220 cm, with matching pillowcases in 80 x 80 cm or 40 x 80 cm. However, France, Switzerland and furniture retailers such as I...
Buying duvets: goose down, duck down and the right level of warmth
Duvets made from genuine goose or duck down provide light, even warmth and are Down Pass-certified. This guide explains what to look out for when buying a duvet and which warmth rating is right for...
Tencel and Lyocell bed linen: silky soft and sustainable
Bed linen made from TENCEL™ Lyocell is silky soft, moisture-regulating and sustainably produced from wood fibres. This guide explains what makes Lyocell special and how to choose between twill and ...
Bamboo bed linen: breathable, soft and sustainable
Bamboo bed linen is breathable, hypoallergenic and silky soft — a sustainable alternative to cotton. This guide explains what makes bamboo viscose special and what you should look out for when buyi...
Thread count in bed linen explained: What really matters
The thread count merely describes the density of the fabric, not the quality of bed linen. The weave, type of cotton and yarn processing have at least as great an influence on the feel of the fabri...
Cotton satin vs. percale: Which bed linen is right for you?
Percale and cotton sateen are both made of cotton, but differ in their weave: percale is plain weave, whilst sateen is satin weave. This has a direct impact on the feel, warmth and ease of care – t...