5. Cooking oil (for re-seasoning)
- Ease of Use: Fitted sheets, with their elastic edges, are straightforward to put on but might require more effort during laundry to fold. Flat sheets, while versatile, require tucking skills to achieve a neat bed.
- Moreover, these sheets are not only pleasing to the senses but also gentle on hair and skin. The smooth surface reduces the tugging and pulling that can cause hair breakage and bedhead, while the reduced friction can help prevent facial creases and skin irritation, promoting a more youthful, rested appearance.


From jersey and flannel to cotton and linen, see our guide to the bed sheet type that's best for you below.
And if you are concerned with style, one thing to keep in mind is that once fitted to a pillow or a mattress, sateen and percale cotton bedding keep its shape much better, resulting in a cleaner wrinkle-free look.


Just like with most things, though, not all cotton plants are created equal. Egyptian cotton that grows along the Nile River produces the highest quality textiles because of its extra-long staples.
All in all, a wide selection of bath towels, including waffle towels, spa towels, striped towels, and ribbed towels, provide a personalized, luxurious bathing experience. Whether you prioritize texture, absorbency, or style, there's a perfect bath towel to suit everyone's needs and preferences.

It wasn’t until Habitat opened in 1964 that duvets hit the mass market. The founder of Habitat, Sir Terence Conran, discovered duvets being used in Sweden. He opened Habitat and started selling them, together with duvet covers. The duvet was marketed as the ‘10 second bed’ and the ease at making a bed was a real hit with the housewives. It was from then that the use of duvets caught on.