We spend eight hours of our day sleeping. Usually we don't think about this, but it is one of the most important moments in our lives. A good night's sleep is necessary. You are better rested, better concentrated and have more zest for life.

To achieve this, we first of all think about the correct construction of the base of the bed. Should we recommend a box spring or a mattress with a slatted base?

But we are also increasingly realizing how important the duvet we sleep under is. For one customer it is important that the duvet insulates very well and for another the moisture-wicking capacity is very important. These properties of the duvet are determined by the type of filling material and the quality of the ticking. The best-known types of filling are down, synthetic materials and wool. A relatively unknown type is the duvet filled with silk. Research shows that this duvet has a very good insulating and ventilating effect, but it is hardly offered on the Dutch market. However, China, the cradle of silk, has been using these duvets for hundreds of years