Duvets

Among all sleeping accessories, a blanket performs one of the most important functions. This item has a warming effect and simply complements the design of the bed. Cozy duvets are some of the most popular. Many owners of such models note their amazing thermal properties.

If you have picked up a really high quality duvet, then it will undoubtedly delight you with its performance characteristics. Such things are not only very warm and soft, but also presented in a variety of design options. Today in stores you can find various variations of duvets. These can be either monochromatic models in different shades, or more original options, decorated with beautiful prints and multi-colored images.

Quality duvets are very breathable. Due to this property, such bedding is more hygienic and durable. Many consumers opt for such specimens, as they have excellent thermoregulation. Down models provide the most comfortable temperature, so it doesn't get too hot or cold underneath.

Down filled duvets are soft, warm and durable. The service life of these products can exceed the 5-year mark. Over time, they do not lose their attractive appearance and remain lush. Such things are resilient. Even after several years of regular use, they do not deform and retain their volume.

Down comforters also have their drawbacks. Many buyers are upset by the high cost of such products. In addition, dry cleaning is recommended for these blankets. Of course, there are varieties that can be washed at home, but after a certain time, the down filler in these models loses its useful properties.

Down comforters can become damp over time. This can be due to exposure to the natural moisture that the human body emits.

Few people know, but dust mites are often found in the filler of such blankets. Of course, more modern materials are pre-treated with anti-mite impregnations, but after a while their effect ceases. For this reason, people with particularly sensitive skin or allergy sufferers are not advised to purchase down products.

Cozy down comforters come in different varieties. Consider all the existing varieties of such products. First of all, all duvets differ in manufacturing technology.

• Cassette... This technology consists in creating a product by quilting individual cells of the cover with stitches from durable threads. After that, they are filled with fluff.The sections of such a blanket provide an even and reliable distribution of the down along the entire length and width of the item, excluding its movement along the inside of the blanket.
• Quilted... The quilted technology provides for the initial laying of the down filling in the cover, and only after that it goes through the quilting procedure.
• Karostep... The manufacturing technology of such blankets in many ways resembles quilting, but the stitches in this case are made in the form of a pattern along the entire length of the thing.

Modern manufacturers produce blankets with different amounts of filler. They are suitable for different seasons.

• Lightweight and slim the product is ideal for use in the summer season. It won't be hot under such a light blanket.
• For the colder season it is better to purchase a voluminous and dense winter blanket.
• For the spring-autumn period an all-season (or demi-season) product is ideal.

Blanket fillers are made from the plumage of different species of birds. The most common are models with eider, duck and goose down.

The elite class includes products with eider filler. These bird species live in the north in harsh climates. The plumage of the eider has excellent thermal characteristics, so such a blanket can be safely purchased for the cold winter season.

Duck and goose options are more affordable and very common.

There are three main standards for such inexpensive filling:

• Swiss - according to this standard, the down has the largest volume;
• the highest is the Euro-quality standard;
• world - fluff, in accordance with the world standard, has a small volume and is most often used in the manufacture of cheap things.

Duck down is used least often in the production of blankets. It has a harder axle, which makes the filler quite heavy as a result. Over time, duck down can gather into tangible lumps. Also today in many stores you can find high-quality bulk blankets filled with goat down. This material is finer, softer and softer than regular natural wool.

When choosing a high-quality and warm blanket, you need to pay attention to its composition. As a rule, it is indicated on the label.

The down-feather ratio in the blanket is fixed in GOST. The following proportions are acceptable:

• 90% down, 10% feather;
• 60% down, 40% feather;
• 50% down, 50% feather;
• 30% down, 70% feathers.

For duvets, special types of covers are produced that do not allow filling. The most common options are those made from fabrics such as tencel, teak, satin, jacquard, satin jacquard, or batiste.

Blankets with satin covers look attractive and airy. This type of textile is highly durable and has excellent moisture absorption properties. With proper care, the satin does not lose its original shine and does not become dull. In addition, this fabric is considered environmentally friendly and does not cause allergic reactions.

Silk duvet covers are light and pleasant to the touch. It is very difficult to break them. Dust mites will not start in such material, as it does not attract dust. But such products are not cheap, since the process of their manufacture is laborious and takes a lot of time.

A cover made of linen is suitable for a duvet. These options are durable, environmentally friendly, hypoallergenic and breathable.

You can pick up not only a simple plain cover, but also a more original model with beautiful embroidery or multi-colored prints.

Down comforters come in a variety of sizes. You can choose a high-quality and comfortable option for a bed of any size:

• One of the most common are spacious double models with dimensions 200x220, 200x200, 172x205, 160x200, 150x200, 140x205 cm.
• Also in stores you can find products of the following length and width: 155x215, 160x220, 195x215, 220x240 cm.

Beautiful and cozy down filled cassette duvets launched by the brand Billerbeck... The quality products of this brand include goose down and natural cotton covers. The Billerbeck product range includes products in a variety of colors, from solid colors to delicate floral prints.

Warm quilts are produced by a Ukrainian manufacturer Iglen... The assortment of this company is represented by both large adults and more compact children's models in eco-friendly cotton covers. You can choose a wear-resistant and durable product for any season.

High-quality things with Tibetan goose down are made by a Chinese manufacturer La Scala... Light and very warm clothes from this company are filled with 100% down.

Hungarian goose down is added to the models from the Turkish company Penelope... Products of this brand are manufactured in accordance with European quality standards. The manufacturer claims that its blankets are ideal for use in a city apartment, even if we take into account the changeable weather of the Russian winter.

White fluff of Ukrainian production is contained in blankets from the company Ecopuh... The branded products are supplied with elegant jacquard covers with interesting floral arrangements.

Before buying a blanket, you need to decide exactly how you are going to use it. If you need a thing for insulation in the winter season, then it is recommended to choose denser and voluminous options with a high content of fluff. They can be a little heavier than the thin versions, but you will definitely not freeze under them. For warmer seasons, fluffy blankets will not work as it will be too hot underneath. Better to get a slim model.

When choosing a quality duvet, you need to pay attention to the tags and numbers.

• For example, Fill Power indicates the firmness of a feather. The higher the designation, the better the quality of the blanket.
• 95/5 are numbers showing the percentage of feather to down. The first number indicates the volume of down, and the second indicates the volume of feathers.
• The Nomite designation indicates the compliance of the blanket with European quality standards. In the production of such hypoallergenic products, refined down is used.
• Pay attention to the weight of the blanket. The maximum allowable figure should not exceed 800 g. If there is a more impressive number on the tag, this means that the filler contains a large percentage of feathers.
• The warmth class of the duvet plays an important role. Products are summer, demi-season or winter.

An important role is played by the cover of the product. It is recommended to give preference to models with high-quality and environmentally friendly covers that have good breathability characteristics.They should also be as lightweight, soft and pleasant to the touch as possible.

If you want to extend the life of your favorite duvet, then it needs to be properly cared for. It should be borne in mind that each new wash can reduce the quality characteristics of the filling. For this reason, it is not recommended to send the blanket to the washing machine too often, even if the manufacturer allows home cleaning of the product.

• Better for washing purchase special toolsdesigned for cleaning down items. Experts recommend placing several tennis balls in the washing machine drum. They will prevent the fluff in the blanket from getting clumped during the wash process.
• Dry such things stand on flat horizontal surfaces... It is advisable to keep them out of direct sunlight while they dry.
• It is advisable to send duvets once a year in special dry cleaning... It is necessary for additional antibacterial and anti-mite treatment.

• It is quite difficult to eliminate unpleasant odorcoming from the duvet. Some housewives manage to get rid of this defect by washing in an automatic machine. To do this, it is recommended to choose soft modes and set the temperature to no higher than 30 degrees.

• Downy the filler easily absorbs moisture, but it evaporates for a long time. If you want the blanket to retain its positive qualities for a long time, then it is recommended to thoroughly beat and shake it before each use. If the weather is dry in the yard, then the thing can be taken out for a couple of hours for airing.
• Keep such a product is worth in a special case... Some people fold down duvets into thin cotton fabrics. It is necessary to ensure that no moisture gets on the surface of things with down filling. From time to time, the blanket needs to be removed from the cover or fabric so that it lies in the air for a while.

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