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It's well known that sleep is critical to our wellbeing - but there is still so much we are learning about it. Scientists all over the world are engaged in studies about sleep and, in our blog, we thought we share some of the interesting facts that have come to light in recent years. So, read on to discover 21 unusal sleep facts.

As more retailers shift to European bedding sizes, you might have noticed something strange: your duvet doesn't quite fill its cover anymore. That beautiful EU-size duvet cover from Zara Home or Ikea looks lovely - until bedtime, when your UK duvet ends up bunched in one corner. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone - and, thankfully, there’s a simple solution.

Not all wool duvets are the same. At Devon Duvets, we've been experts in individually handcrafting wool duvets for over 17 years - and have been winning awards, year after year. In our blog we explain the six top reasons that makes us award winners and how our duvets combine responsibly sourced materials with genuine craftsmanship to create a better sleep experience.

With so many of us not getting enough sleep these days, it's hardly surprising that a new holiday trend based around re-booting our sleep is gaining popularity. Read on to find out what triggered the trend for 'Sleep Tourism', what it can involve -  and how a few simple lifestyle changes can be implemented at home to help improve our sleep quality.

Sleep is vital to  post-surgery recovery - but getting good quaility sleep isn't always easy if you are experiencing discomfort, anxiety or side effects from medication. These are some of the factors that can sometimes lead to what is known as 'post-surgery insomnia'. In our blog we discuss these factors and other causes, and also offer tips for better sleep after surgery.

Sleep is a common thread in fairy tales and they remind us of the power of rest and sleep. Usually encompassing themes of finding true love or dealing with life's challenges, these stories use sleep to remind us that being well rested can help us. We also take a brief look at our own collection of bedtime stories, each one reflecting our committment to help you sleep better.

At Devon Duvets we've been making award-winning natural and sustainable wool filled soft bedding for over 17 years. This blog features our luxurious quilted wool mattress protector, which not only adds a layer of protection on top of your mattress, but also comes with all the wonderful benefits of wool. Read on to find out what makes our mattress protectors so special.

In Chapter 3: The Power of the Pause, we explore how the simplest moments; one breath, a quiet heartbeat, can shift us from stress to clarity. Step into the wisdom of responsiveness, reconnect with your body and remember: rest doesn’t need hours; sometimes it only needs a pause.

Reducing screen time, avoiding caffeine a few hours before bedtime and going to bed a bit earlier are all ways to help improve our sleep. But our sleep environment is also key and often overlooked. In our blog we suggest five tips that can help you create a better sleep space and explain why natural bedding helps to increase the quality of your rest.

Achieving restful, restorative sleep is often an issue for those of us who work night shifts. It's more difficult when others in the house may be up and about and getting on with their daily life. In our blog we explore what key elements are needed to help ensure you get the sleep you need -  and also offer some tips on how to achieve them.

Win our luxurious 3 fold Folding Wool Pillow, handcrafted in Devon from 100% British wool – perfect for naturally restful, summer sleep.

Rest doesn’t always just happen; sometimes, we have to give it a place to land. Over the years, I’ve come to realise how much our surroundings shape the way we feel. The noise, the clutter, the lighting, even the corners we overlook - all of it can either help us breathe a little deeper or keep us holding our breath.