Cotton, chenille, wool, or polyester are common bedspread materials.
Woven coverlets and quilts fall into this category.
These are normally bed accents and they can sit on top of bedspreads.
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Blanket
Blanketsare used to add warmth.
Most are made of either cotton or polyester.
Typically, a duvet is solid white andstuffed with downor a down alternative.
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Duvet cover
Aduvet coverencases and protects a duvet.
Like an envelope, it has an opening where the comforter or duvet is inserted.
Once placed inside, the opening is closed with buttons or occasionally a zipper.
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Duvet covers are generally very decorative and are available in a wide selection of colors and styles.
The cover is removable for washing.
Sleeping Pillow
A sleeping pillow is a rectangular pillow that you lay your head on when sleeping.
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Sleeping pillows have three sizesstandard, queen, or kingto fit your bed or sleeping habits.
There are manystyles of sleeping pillows.
These pillows range from very small to long version that span the entire width of the bed.
Pillowcase
A pillowcase is used to cover a sleeping pillow and sometimes a decorative or bolster pillow.
Its normally a rectangular shape with an opening on one end where you insert the pillow.
Add a couple of pillow shams to your bed for extra style.
It extends to the floor at the mattress’s sides and bottom.
They are another good way to add a touch of color to your bed.
