Choosing The Right Duvet

Hi Pauline, It sounds like you made the right choice! 850 Loft down is very powerfully insulating, so it will create a duvet that is very lightweight, yet toasty warm. All Season Weight will be perfect for you if you’re a cold sleeper. Yes, the double duvet will squeeze into your cover. The duvet will be about 4" larger on each side, which is a tad more than we would recommend (2" on each side), but it’ll still be fine – these are compressible products!

Hi Cara, The lower the thread count, the more crunch you’ll get! For a nice, crisp duvet, I would recommend something in 233 or 260 thread count. You can see our duvets listed by thread count on the Product Comparison Chart. Our duvet covers are 300 thread count, so they’re not overly crisp or crunchy, but they’re not super soft either – sort of in-between. You will be able to hear the rustle of your duvet through the cover though!

Hi D, I’m afraid we don’t make custom duvets where you can choose your own thread count and fill type. However, we do log and track all product requests to help inform our roadmap for the future. I’ve added your suggestion to the list!

We don’t have very many Winter Weight options because we sell very few. They’re too warm for the vast majority of people. All Season tends to be plenty warm enough for cold rooms and cold sleepers.

Hi Dianne, Our XL Queen duvets are 96″ × 98″. Our Queen duvets are 88″ × 90″. You can find our product dimensions on the Standard Dimensions page or by clicking Fill Weights & Dimensions on the product page. I recommend measuring your mattress before deciding – they can vary in size!

We only have one feather bed – the Down Perfect Feather Bed, so if you know you like a feather bed, I’d go with that one! It will add support, but still has some ‘give’ to it. Poly beds are more sinky.

Hi Georgia, I would imagine you’d need a Winter Weight duvet for those cold temps. We have 2 duvets in Winter Weight – see the product comparison chart for which ones! I can’t speak to wool duvets – wool is not as powerful an insulator as down, but it’s possible that a very heavy wool duvet could work. You’re correct that down needs to be lofted fully in order to provide its maximum insulation. I don’t think that a dog lying in one area should have too much an impact, as the parts of the duvet over the body should still be lofted up.

Hi Patricia,

We don’t currently, but I've seen these on the market! We do log and track all new product requests, so we've added yours to the list!

Hi Wolfgang, we certainly do :) Click ‘Covers’ in the top menu.

Hi Kirsten, A weighty Summer Weight duvet would be pretty hard to achieve! The more fill weight we add to the duvet, the warmer it becomes! All Summer Weight duvets are fairly thin and light, however, the heaviest one we offer is the White Down Duvet. The lower the loft, the heavier the duvet will be, because the down is lower performance. Therefore, more down is needed to achieve the same warmth level. However, the difference is minimal, and you’ll still find the White Down Duvet in Summer Weight to be quite light!

Hi Cyndy,

Yes, all of our king size duvets have the same size boxes (approx 12").

To sum up our prior comment, for a duvet that's not too warm, we would recommend Summer Weight! However, these will not be overly fluffy, but rather thinner-style, light duvets.

Hi Cyndy,

You can find our dimensions listed on every product page and on the Standard Dimensions page. I would recommend an XL King duvet, as it is larger than your cover, so it won't leave any empty sides. The biggest difference is the 8" difference in the length (4" at each end). That's a little more than is ideal, but it still shouldn't look bad or cause buckling. These are flexible, malleable products that are pretty forgiving!

You're correct that loft is not telling of the warmth level of a duvet. To understand the warmth level, you'll want to check the warmth rating! Our duvets come in 4 warmth ratings: Summer, Regular, All Season and Winter. If you're super warm, you'll likely want the least warm option, which is Summer Weight.

You won't find a down duvet that is fluffy, but not warm. Summer Weight duvets are fairly thin and flat. Fluffiness and warmth go hand-in-hand - the more fill we add, the fluffier and warmer the duvet becomes! You just have to decide what's more important to you - function or appearance. If you prefer a fluffier appearance, you can opt for one of the heavier weights.

You can see which duvets come in which warmth levels on the Product Comparison Chart. From there, you'll just need to decide how much you're looking to spend on loft (down quality) and thread count (fabric softness) and if you're looking to pay a premium for goose down.

Hi Bruce, Summer Weight duvets are recommended for room temps 22C or above (or very hot sleepers!)

Hi Sam,

Fluffiness and warmth go hand-in-hand! The more fill we add to a duvet, the fluffier and warmer it becomes. The fluffiest and warmest weight we carry is Winter Weight. The White Goose Down Duvet and 650 Loft White Goose Down Duvet come in Winter Weight – but beware – Winter Weight is way too warm for most people! It is recommended for room temps of 15C or below.

Most people find All Season Weight plenty warm. It is less fluffy than Winter Weight, but still nice looking!

You can see which duvets come in which weight on the Product Comparison Chart.

Hi Adrienne, You’ll find the difference explained on each product page in the product description. All Season Weight contains more fill and therefore is warmer than Regular Weight. All Season is best for cooler room temps (around 16-18C) and Regular is better for moderate temps (like 19-21C). You’ll find the exact difference in fill weight in the Dimensions & Fill Weights section of each product page.

Hi Dianne,

All of our duvets come with corner loops to suit duvet covers with ties or corner fasteners.

You can find our product dimensions on every product page and on our Standard Dimensions page. The best size for your cover would be XL Queen, which is 96 x 98". It's a bit larger, but not so large that you'll notice buckling in the cover.

I wouldn’t recommend a super fluffy duvet in this case. Fluffiness and warmth go hand-in-hand. The more fill we add to a duvet, the fluffier it becomes, but also the warmer it becomes! A very fluffy duvet will be too hot for the person who sleeps warm. It’s generally best to cater to the warmer sleeper, as it’s easier for the cooler sleeper to add an extra blanket as needed.

Winter and All Season Weight duvets are fluffy and warm. Regular Weight is moderately fluffy and gently warm. Summer Weight duvets are thinner and less warm. You can see which duvets come in which warmth level on the Product Comparison Chart.

Hi Anne,

1. Higher thread count doesn’t really = denser fabric. Higher thread count fabric does have more threads per sq in, but each thread is thinner. Lower thread count has thicker threads but fewer threads. So the density is roughly equivalent. All of the fabric we use is down and feather-proof, meaning it meets a minimum standard for down-proofness. However, for fabrics that meet this minimum, there is variation in how well/tightly the threads interlock. It just so happens that the thread thickness (decitex) and number of threads in 233TC fabric allows for really tight interlocking, compared to the decitex used in a higher TC. The higher TC is still meets the criteria for being down-proof and preventing leakage, but the interlocking isn't quite as perfect.

2. Lower thread count does contribute to noise, as does the type of weave. For example a twill weave is always noisier than a sateen weave.

3. Feathers are not as delicate as down, due to their springy, resilient quills. It’s not generally advisable to sleep on top of any duvet – they’re fairly delicate products that won’t hold up well to that kind of use. But if you do plan to sleep on one, a feather one will provide more support and cushioning…but you will be able to feel the quills beneath the fabric. Down duvets are more soft-feeling, but will flatten down completely with the weight of the body.

Hi Alex, That’s a tough one! Fluffiness and warmth go hand in hand. The more fill we add to a duvet the fluffier it becomes, and the warmer it becomes! Winter Weight is our warmest and fullest/fluffiest weight, but it will be far too hot for you. You may want to go with a Regular Weight or Summer Weight duvet. These are not the fluffiest versions of our duvets, but I suppose you’ll want to think about what’s more important to you – appearance or function!

Hi Eve, Loft is the measure of down quality. The higher the loft, the higher the quality, so it just depends how much you're looking to spend on down quality. It will not affect the warmth or fluffiness of the duvet. For warmth level, you’ll want to check the warmth rating. If two duvets have the same warmth rating, they are the same warmth level. All Season is one of our warmth ratings. I wouldn’t recommend All Season Weight if you run hot. All Season is best for cooler sleepers or cooler room temperatures. You may want to opt for Regular Weight or Summer Weight. You can see which duvets come in which weights in the Product Comparison Chart!

Hi Eve,

For a light and fluffy duvet, you’ll want to look at a down duvet! Down is very insulating per ounce so just a little bit of fill goes a long way. This is why you’ll find down duvets lightweight compared to duvets filled with microfiber or feather.

Fluffiness and warmth tend to go hand in hand. The more fill we add to a duvet, the fluffier it becomes and also the warmer it becomes! You’ll find that the All Season Weight and Winter Weight down duvets are the fluffiest variants! However, these are likely too warm for your needs if you run hot. It just depends on what's more important to you - function or appearance. Hot sleepers tend to prefer Regular or Summer Weight duvets, which are thinner, flatter and less warm. Once you decide on your preferred warmth level, you can find which duvets are filled with down, and which of those come in your preferred warmth level on the Product Comparison Chart.

Hi Rose-Marie,

All Season Weight contains more fill than Regular Weight, and therefore it is warmer! All Season Weight is recommended for room temps of 16-18C, while Regular works for 19-21C. If your room is warmer than 21C, you may want to consider a Summer Weight duvet!

Hi Michelle, Queen size is 88″ × 90″, while XL Queen size is 96″ × 98″. You can find dimensions listed on our Standard Dimensions page or on any product page.

Hi Bernard, Thanks for your question! You certainly could try! Two twin duvets will make a combined width of 128", which is 40" wider than one queen duvet. I do know some customers who use two duvets and really like it! There will just be some extra overhang.

Hi Kathleen, The All Season Weight is not much bulkier, no. You can see how the fill weight differs by comparing each variant on the product page. The All Season will only have a few more ounces of fill, and should compress for travel similarly to the Regular Weight. Down is very insulating per ounce, so a little bit goes a long way!

Hi Jennifer,

Hot sleepers tend to prefer Summer Weight or Regular Weight duvets. It just depends on how hot you are and your room temperature. Summer tends to work best for 22C and above, while Regular is usually best for 19-21C. Of course, everyone's needs and perceptions of warmth are different!

You can see which duvets come in which warmth levels on the Product Comparison Chart. If in doubt, we recommend choosing the lighter weight. You can always throw an extra blanket on if you're cold, but it's very difficult to use a duvet that's too hot! We can also add or remove fill for you to change the warmth level if it's not quite right.

Once you decide on the warmth level, it just depends how much you're looking to spend on loft (down quality) and thread count (fabric softness), and if you're looking to pay a premium for goose down.

Hi Aurel,

We sell duvet inserts that are meant to be used inside of duvet covers! Duvet covers are available in many different colours, patterns and styles! :)

Hi Valerie,

We sell duvet inserts that are meant to be used inside of duvet covers! Duvet covers are available in many different colours, patterns and styles! :)

Hi Joan, I guess that depends on what you’re comparing it to! The fill weight of each product is listed on the product page. Feel free to reach out with more specifics and we can advise.

Hi Lori,

This is a tough one! If you like a weighty, warm duvet, I’d recommend our White Goose Feather Duvet. While the feathers do have quills, they should not poke or leak out of the shell, as the shell is the optimal thread count to prevent leakage. Feather duvets are heavier-style because feather doesn't have the best insulating properties. We need a lot of fill to achieve the desired warmth!

If you’re opposed to feather, you could opt for an All Season Weight down duvet. Down is fluffy and soft, with no quills. Down is extremely warm per ounce, though, so we don’t require as much fill to achieve the desired warmth. Down duvets will be very light compared to feather duvets.

Hi Dana,

That's a tough one! Hot sleepers tend to prefer Summer or Regular Weight duvets, while cold sleepers tend to prefer All Season or Winter Weight duvets. You can see which duvets come in which weights on the Product Comparison Chart.

When in doubt, we recommend catering to the warmer person. The colder person can add an extra blanket if needed, but it's very difficult to use a duvet that's too hot!

You could opt for a Regular Weight, which is moderately warm, but then neither person will be perfectly satisfied!

Hi Mika,

The higher the thread count, the less noisy the duvet will be! If you're sensitive to noise, opt for a duvet with 400 thread count or higher. You can compare the thread counts of all of our duvets on the Product Comparison Chart.

In terms of quality, you'll want to opt for a higher loft duvet. And for warmth, you'll most likely want All Season Weight, which is designed for room temperatures of 16-18C or cold sleepers!

Hi David,

Our mattress toppers have elastic bands on all 4 corners for attaching the topper to the mattress. You’ll also pull your fitted sheet over the topper. These two measures should prevent slippage.

For very cold temperatures, I recommend one of our duvets in Winter Weight, which are recommended for room temperatures of 15C or below. You can see which duvets come in Winter Weight on our Product Comparison Chart. Even with the window open, your room is not likely to drop below zero overnight, even if the outdoor temp is sub-zero. If your room is sub-zero, our duvets may not be warm enough for you.

Hi Iryna,

That depends on your room temperature in summer! If your room is fairly warm, you may benefit from a Summer Weight duvet, which is best for 22C and above. If you use air conditioning, you may prefer a Regular Weight (19-21C) or All Season Weight (16-18C) duvet.

Once you decide which weight is best for you, check our Product Comparison Chart to see which duvets come in that weight. From there, you just need to decide how much you're looking to spend on loft (down quality) and fabric softness (thread count), and if you're looking to pay a premium for goose down.

Feel free to reach out to our Customer Service team with more details about what you're looking for and they can provide a personalized recommendation.

Hi Andrew, Our XL King duvet is 110″ × 100″ and our King duvet is 102″ × 90″. You can find product dimensions on any product page and on our Standard Dimensions page!

Hi Davinia,

Unfortunately, we don't make custom duvets of this nature. We do log and track all new product requests, so we've added yours to the list!

Hi Jessie, We do! Our XL King duvet covers are designed to fit our XL King duvets precisely. You can find them in the Covers section.

(This reply has been updated. Duvet covers were launched in November 2022).

Hi Deeanna, Most people purchase a Queen size duvet for a Queen mattress. However, I recommend measuring your mattress and comparing with our sizes listed on our Standard Dimensions page. Depending on how much overhang you desire, you may prefer an XL Queen or even King size!