Help For The Allergic Comforter Lover!

Down comforters or as they are called, Duvet, with duvet covers can be a blessing to enhance not only your bedroom decor, but your sleep experience. Or they can be a curse! Certain comforter lovers may find allergic reactions to down a severe problem. But those of us who want the comforter experience and not the “hives” experience are not without hope. The solution is alternative down comforters.

Synthetic Duvets provide a practical choice if you have allergies to feathers and/or down. They are also an excellent choice if frequent washings are required. All in all, synthetic duvets (comforters) are an incredibly better choice than layer upon layer of blankets.

The question is, how can I be sure an alternative comforter is a quality product. In reality, the answer is quite simple, or at the least comparable to questions asked when a down or feather duvet and cover are being purchased.

The first question deals with the fibers used in a duvet.

Fibers in a synthetic duvet are ordinary, slick or cluster. Ordinary fibers are inexpensive and do not cause allergic reactions. A slick fiber provides better insulation than an ordinary one and are a middle of the road choice. A Cluster fibers goal is to recreate the effect of goose down. Fibers are not stuck in one place but instead are spread everywhere in the duvet. The higher the thread count on the duvet, the better it will stand up to wear and washing.

Next is the question of care. Manufacturers instructions must generally be followed. Can they be washed? Yes. Note that although they are machine washable, the garment must not be squashed in your washer or dryer. It may be necessary to use a commercial washer & dryer to keep your duvet in its optimum condition. Again Refer to the manufacturers instructions for care of their specific product.

Do not dry clean. Refer to the manufacturers instruction for care of their specific product.

Synthetic products should be stored in a breathable bag. Once removed from storage, it should be shaken out to allow the fibers to fluff up. The Duvet should not be compressed for extended lengths

Density is a measurement of the amount of filling in the duvet. The higher the density, the heavier the duvet. High density will last longer than a low density duvet and allow the filling to stay more evenly disbursed.

This is the number of threads per square inch of woven fabric. The higher the thread count, the tighter the weave which gives the fabric a softer feel.

Products that are hypo-allergenic have a decreased tendency to provoke an allergic reaction. Care is taken in the manufacturing process to provide reduced instances of allergic reaction.

The author of this article is Jim Hamel. Jim’s research on comforters and duvet has been extensive and should give you some real insight into what kind of comforter to select. You can find the merchandise you are looking for by clicking here to look over some Down and Alternative Comforters. You will find Bedding Excellence an excellent source of quality merchandise which will be worth your time and effort to explore!