Devon Duvets Blog

  1. Does counting sheep help you to fall asleep?

    Have you ever wondered about the origin of the belief that counting sheep can help you to sleep?  And does it really work? We've done some research to check out these questions so read on if you want to know more!

  2. Pillow Talk - How do you sleep?

    Whether your sleep on your side, back or front, it's important to make sure you use the right kind of pillow to support your neck and spine whilst you sleep. This blog focuses on 'Pillow Talk' and how our unique British wool folding pillows provide three choices of heights and firmness.

  3. We're celebrating 15 years of Devon Duvets!

    We're very excited to be celebrating 15 years of Devon Duvets. We can't share our birthday cake with you, so we've come up with another way you can celebrate with us. Read on to discover our story...and details our special Birthday Offer!

  4. Surprising Sleep Facts

    Did you know that we spend around one third of our lives alseep? But not everybody sleeps the same way and some of us only dream in black and white. Find out more surprising facts about our sleep and how our sleep compares to our fellow mammals.

  5. Why sleep is important for your skin

    Getting a good night's sleep is important for our mental and physical wellbeing and tired, puffy skin is a sure sign of lack of sleep. We sometimes forget that skin is the largest organ of our body and, just like the rest of our body, it needs sleep to regenerate, as well as to look and feel  healthy. Our blog explains why.

  6. The benefits of a wool pillow for your toddler

    What should you be looking for when your little one is ready for their first pillow? There's a lot of choice out there but the best pillow will not only help them get a good night's sleep but will also be natural and chemical free. Our Little Lana range of pillows has been specially created for children - they are natural and chemical free, with each pillow  individually handcrafted here in our workshops on the edge of Dartmoor.

  7. Cool tips for hot summer nights

    Finding it difficult to sleep on hot summer nights?  When we're restless, tossing and turning, this can make us even hotter, so we've put together some tips that will help you to cool down and make it easier to fall asleep.

  8. How to care for your Devon Duvets mattress topper

    Individually handcrafted with care by our seamstresses in Devon, using authentic traceable 100% British wool, our gorgeous toppers are deisgned to add a layer of comfort on top of your mattress. To ensure you get the best out of your topper, follow these simple Do's and Don'ts. 

  9. Why sleep is important for good leadership

    What is the crucial link between good leadership skills and quality sleep? Effective leaders understand that true success goes beyond working long hours and instead manage their lives to include getting a good night's sleep. Sleep enhances problem-solving, cognitive function, and communication abilities. Discover how prioritising sleep creates a positive work environment, improves decision-making, and ultimately benefits both leaders and their teams. 

  10. Why wool promotes a better night's sleep

    At Devon Duvets, we created the UK’s original British wool duvet over 14 years ago, because we wanted to find a way to help people sleep better. This was swiftly followed by our British wool toppers and pillows. Wool has many beneficial properties when it comes to bedding so read on to discover how wool can help you get a better night's sleep.