Choosing a Down Comforter
When weather gets colder we like to find ways to keep costs down as gas and
electric prices seem to escalate.
Using a higher quality product can help redirect your energy costs and allow you efficient
luxurious home decor items, such as down comforters. A simple way of enjoying warmth and plush comfort along with great style!
Knowing what you are buying is crucial to getting the best down comforter for
your specific climate and personal needs. Here is a quick reference guide to
down comforters.
What is Down
Down is simply the feathers of a duck ( the fluffy part that is found under
the big feathers that keeps the duck warm)
Fill = The Quality of the Down
Fill is the density and size of the feathers found in the comforter. The higher the
fill the number, the larger and stronger the clusters of down. Lower priced down
comforters use smaller feathers which are more frail and breakdown easily.
Larger feathers create more insulation and will last longer.
Thread Count
Thread count is the number of threads that are contained in one square inch
of fabric. Higher thread count fabrics are woven with more density and
with higher quality yarn. This is important as smaller thread count
fabrics will more readily allow feathers to begin poking through.
Baffle Box
This will minimize migration from one part of the comforter to another. It also
helps for maximum
comfort and support
Examples of recommended warmth comforters
Warm - Light Warmth
300 thread count
500 fill power
Warmer
Year round warmth
375 thread count
600 fill power
Warmest
Ultimate Warmth
700 thread count
700 fill power.
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