Other things to love about synthetic duvets? They can be machine washed, which is another tick in the box for allergy sufferers. Duvet size You need to shop for a duvet with your mattress measurements to hand. Too small for the bed, and you'll feel the draughts; too large, and the duvet will feel uncomfortably heavy. Machine washable? Most manufacturers say duvets should be laundered every few months.
If you don't want to lug yours to a dry cleaner then look for one that's machine washable and tumble-dryer tolerant. Our guide to how to wash a duvet has plenty more advice. Investing in the best duvet isn't the only thing you can do to increase your chances of a good night's sleep. Finding a duvet cover set that also offers good temperature regulation so you don't wake up too hot or too cold can make a big difference to a comfortable snooze, as can finding a pillow that suits your sleeping position - whether you're a front, back, or side sleeper.
You'll find our top picks of both in our guides to the best pillows and best duvet cover and bedding sets available. And don't worry, you don't need to spend a small fortune to get a better night's sleep, our edit of the best bedding brands will point you in the right direction for finding options to suit your budget, whilst our round-up of the best bedding sales each month can save you some hard-earned cash.
Most sleep experts will also tell you that creating a calming environment in the boudoir is essential for a successful wind down in the evening, which makes the decor you choose in the bedroom particularly important. Get some inspiration in our bedroom ideas round-up, and our guide to how to decorate a bedroom. A weighted blanket can also help to set the mood for relaxation, delivering serotonin and melatonin boosting Deep Pressure Therapy. Take a look at our tried and tested favourites in our guide to the best weighted blankets for adults.
It's also important not to underestimate the power of a calm mind. Using a mindfulness app like Headspace or Calm , or doing mindful stretching exercises like yoga or pilates before bed can all help you to train your mind and body to relax, helping you to achieve more restorative sleep. Annie joined the Real Homes team in as our Deals Editor.
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You'll sleep best when you're not too hot, not too cold. A duvet without construction, or extra stitching, would allow the down to shift, creating lumps and pockets instead of an even spread of fill. To prevent this, duvets have a variety of different constructions to keep the down contained evenly throughout the bedding.
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UK duvet and mattress sizes are generally a standard size. But If your bed or mattress wasn't made for the UK market, make sure you measure your mattress before buying new bedding. You only need anti-allergy bedding if you are allergic to the particular filling. The majority of bedding allergies are actually to dust mites. Dust mites don't care what kind of filling your duvet has, they just like damp warm conditions.
Look out for the NOMITE mark, an anti-allergen standard showing that a product is suitable for house dust mite allergy sufferers. Studies have shown that synthetic bedding can harbour more allergens because the casing weave is often looser, allowing the mites to get in.
Synthetics are also less breathable resulting in damper conditions that allow the mites to thrive. The most important thing is to make sure that your bedding doesn't create an environment for dust mites. As well as the Nomite mark , there are other important standards and accreditations you should keep an eye out for, depending on which type of filling you are considering.
Synthetic bedding will most likely to end up in landfill after it's thrown away. Duvets and pillows are not recyclable but you can find some other uses for natural bedding. You can put down, feathers and wool from old natural duvets out for nesting birds. You could also give your old washed bedding to a pet or perhaps to an animal shelter. The microfibres in microfibre, hollowfibre, soft as down and recycled microfibre duvets are all microplastic pollutants.
Because they are so small, treatment plants cannot effectively filter out all microfibres after washing. Like other microplastics such as microbeads, these tiny microfibres can enter the rivers, lakes, oceans and land food chains and be present in the air we breathe. Make sure you know how the bedding you're buying has been treated.
Is it free from toxins and chemicals? Check the label and packaging for the Oeko-Tex symbol which verifies that the product has been tested against harmful toxins and chemicals. And is the packaging reusable and recyclable?
Many duvets and pillows are wrapped in single use plastic packaging but this almost always ends up in our seas or in landfill. All scooms duvets are delivered in a reusable material bag in a cardboard box, without any plastic wrapping or paper inserts. Different duvet fillings and materials may have different washing instructions, so always follow the instructions on the care label. Try to reduce the amount of times you wash a microfibre duvet as the fibres are microplastics, which water treatment plants find difficult to filter and can get into the food chain.
Dry thoroughly and tumble dry if necessary - make sure your duvet filling is completely dry before you place it in your duvet cover. Down and feather fillings are the most popular natural duvet fillings. Whilst a 9 tog if you want a medium temperature duvet or for spring. An all season duvet can be a good and more cost effective solution as it's made up of two duvets, a 4.
An all season duvet can be a good and more cost effective solution as it's made up of two duvets, usually a 4. The Sleep Council recommends changing your duvet every five years, although this depends on the quality of your duvet and how well you look after it. Better quality duvets will last longer. Wash your duvet once every 6 to 12 months and refresh it in between by airing it outdoors.
Use a good quality cotton duvet cover to protect your duvet and wash your bedding weekly. But your duvet will have a more sculpted look, and if you run hot, you may actually appreciate having some cool spots.
If you love the jacquard look, you may want to opt for a light warmth duvet. Quick tip: To increase the longevity and effectiveness of your down duvet, avoid weighing it down with heavy layers or by constantly sitting on top of it. This compresses the down, reducing its ability to loft over time. Overall, choosing the perfect duvet is about your comfort and your needs. Start by figuring out what warmth is best for you, then narrow down your choice by taking into consideration factors like filling, ticking, and construction.
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Too hot, too cold. Too heavy, too light. Too flat, too fluffy… Picking the perfect duvet can be a bit like a Goldilocks story! Typically, there are three different types of sleepers: Warm sleeper: You get hot easily in your current bedding. Any of these descriptions sound familiar? Things get a little trickier with down Now, You're a Duvet Expert! Facebook Email Twitter Pinterest Print.
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