Cotton is a staple fabric spun from the fibers of cotton plants. People around the world have been cultivating it for thousands of years. One of the earliest bits of cotton is at least 7,000 years old and was found in Mexico. In Egypt and Pakistan, people were weaving cotton thread into clothing in 3,000 BC. And in the 18th century, the British first found a way to spin cotton into textile with machinery.
The experts at Bed Bath & Beyond say: 'Sateen is exceptionally soft and silky but is not as durable as other bed sheet types.'


In addition, the duvet cover material offers a choice of comfortable options. Select a soft flannel on a chilly January day and switch it out for lighter cotton when the warmer weather arrives in April.