One-third of a person’s life is spent in bed. Therefore, a good down quilt is definitely worth our ‘investment’ in exchange for better sleep quality and allowing you to enjoy every night lying on the pillow! Want to know how to choose a good down quilt? What down quilt brands are worth recommending? Don’t know whether to choose a lightweight or a relatively thick down quilt? If you have the above doubts and are not sure how to choose the down quilt of your dreams, the following five steps will teach you to choose the best down quilt for yourself and your family in 2024: Silk Quilt Buying Guide Contents.
Choose the right silk quilt filler. Choose anti-allergy silk quilts carefully. Understand the structure of down quilts. Understand the thermal resistance value of silk quilts and make a suitable choice. Different types of silk quilts for Hong Kong’s weather. Other considerations when buying down quilts or silk quilts. Choose the right silk quilt filler. The fillers used in down quilts are generally divided into two categories – synthetic and natural, a total of two types: Synthetic materials – This kind of down quilt or silk quilt is usually made of anti-allergy materials and is most suitable for people who are allergic to feathers, down, or even dust mites. Synthetic materials are developed by scientists and researchers, not taken from animals. The fibers in synthetic materials can effectively absorb sweat and ensure that you can enjoy a comfortable sleep. Moreover, it can be washed at home without causing damage. There are two types of synthetic fiber fillers to choose from: Microfiber down quilt: Microfiber down quilts, also known as down alternative fillers, are one of the most popular down quilt fillers on the market. The fibers filled with microfiber are particularly fine, giving you a luxurious feeling like a natural down quilt, but the price is more affordable. Since this microfiber is very lightweight, the down quilt made of it is also quite light. The tight weaving inside the microfiber down quilt helps reduce stains and prevent liquids from passing through the down quilt. In addition, microfiber is more durable than cotton or other materials’ down quilts, allowing users to enjoy a highly soft silk quilt while using the down quilt for a long time. Microfiber has perfect temperature regulation function all year round, warm in winter and cool in summer. This filler is suitable for all seasons, so you don’t have to change your down quilt in the middle of the year anymore. This special type of filler is a relatively cheap and cost-effective choice. Since microfiber filler is not a material that shrinks easily, it is easy to clean. You can put it in the washing machine. The warmth retention, breathability, weight, and durability of microfiber make it the best choice for most people. The down quilts produced by Hush Home are made of high-quality and advanced down-like fibers, all of which are carefully processed to imitate the texture of natural down and ensure the provision of top-notch warmth retention function. Each of our down quilts uses several million microfibers, each with a diameter of only one-fifth that of hair, and its warmth retention ability is almost the same as that of natural down. Hollow cotton: As the name suggests, this linear fiber forms a concave space in the down quilt and has excellent warmth retention and cold protection functions. Although the benefits provided by hollow fiber down quilts are not as good as those of microfiber down quilts, down quilts and comforters made of hollow fibers often attract users with limited budgets. These down quilts can be said to be value for money. If microfiber is a low-allergy version of down in terms of weight, comfort, and breathability, then hollow fiber is a low-allergy version of feathers.
Natural – In the market, natural down comforters and various types of quilts use different types of natural fillings, including duck down or goose down, wool, and silk. Duck and goose down are popular choices because these animals live in cold climates, so comforters filled with their down generally have excellent insulation and cold resistance, and are lighter and more breathable than synthetic alternatives! Wool and silk are also warm animal-derived natural fibers, and silk is also a warm animal-derived natural fiber.
Some types of natural fillings may be lighter than some types of synthetic fillings, allowing your skin to breathe more easily. However, these down comforters are not suitable for people with allergies, and they are also more expensive. Fortunately, wool and silk are hypoallergenic, suitable for allergy sufferers who prefer natural fillings. Feather-filled silk cotton quilt: If you want to save some money, consider purchasing a feather-filled down comforter, but due to the thickness of feathers, these comforters are often heavier. Heavy comforters provide a sense of security when wrapped around you, and this type of quilt can help people sleep peacefully, making it especially suitable for infants and children with behavioral disorders. Additionally, feather-filled down comforters retain warmth better than wool or silk down comforters. However, using them in the summer may make you feel overly warm. Down comforter: Down is the light, fluffy undercoat of birds. They, along with feather-filled comforters, have excellent insulation properties. Generally, down comforters are lighter, more expensive, and have a longer lifespan compared to feather-filled silk cotton quilts, but it’s important to know that people are more likely to be allergic to down than feathers. Moreover, the price of down comforters usually exceeds the budget of most people because down comforters are very expensive! Canadian down is one of the popular choices because they are designed for insulation in extremely cold weather. However, animal lovers usually do not buy down comforters because they do not know how the farms collect the down feathers. Feather and down-filled comforters: A comforter composed of feathers and down provides perfect warmth and weight. The filling is usually made up of 80% feathers and 20% down. Compared to down-filled comforters, this is a more cost-effective option. Wool down comforter: Wool is also a popular choice, as it helps to regulate body temperature, not only keeping warm in winter but also releasing excess heat when the body has warmed up. In addition, wool helps with allergies, providing a good quality of sleep for those who are sensitive. Silk quilt: Silk is a luxurious material, just like wool, it is hypoallergenic and can help regulate temperature, keeping you comfortable all year round. At the same time, it also has good insulation properties and a lightweight quilt body. Cleaning these natural fillings requires the use of professional cleaners, which increases cleaning costs, and their lifespan may not be as long as synthetic materials. Carefully select hypoallergenic silk cotton quilts. Bedding that appears clean actually hides various allergens, such as dust mites, mold, and dust. Sometimes, a runny nose or itchy nose is not necessarily a cold symptom; it could be an allergic reaction, causing you to sleep restlessly every night! Choose down comforters (bed sheets and pillows, etc.) made from hypoallergenic materials to ensure you stay away from these stimuli that are ‘harmful without any benefit’ to the human body.In addition, natural materials such as cotton can effectively resist allergens. It is recommended to purchase high-thread-count pure cotton bedding because its tight weaving structure can prevent various harmful irritants from finding a place. Similarly, down quilts made of all-natural fillers will provide more tiny spaces for dust and mites to hide. Therefore, it is recommended to choose styles made of microfiber to stay away from allergens from now on! Down quilt with down alternative filler (also known as microfiber filler) is a good choice for allergy sufferers.
It is made of synthetic fibers similar to natural down. Hush Home silk floss quilt is a down alternative. It is filled with 100% high-quality hypoallergenic superfine fibers and mimics the breathability of down. Our down quilt does not contain irritating and allergenic ingredients and is absolutely safe to use. Compared with down quilts, the price of down alternatives is more reasonable. Additionally, you can also choose wool, silk, and synthetic fiber down quilts, which are all anti-allergic materials. Understanding the structure of down quilts. There is actually more to the stitching on down quilts! Immediately understand how the structure of down quilts affects their warmth retention and breathability. There are mainly two types of down quilt structures: quilting (also known as cut-through), which is to sew the upper and lower layers of the down quilt together (forming a square pattern) with needle and thread through the interlayer, so that the filler inside can be fixed in its original position. Since no additional fabric is needed for production, down quilts of this structure are usually lighter and more breathable, very suitable for use in places with humid climates like Hong Kong. Baffle box is to use an additional layer of vertical fabric as a partition between the upper and lower layers of the down quilt to form a series of closely connected boxes filled with fillers. Through these ‘walls’ formed by fabric, it can effectively prevent the filler from shifting or forming uneven thickness. Down quilts with baffle box structure have relatively high warmth retention and are suitable for use in winter. But please note that since additional fabric is needed for production, this kind of down quilt is generally heavier. Understanding the thermal resistance value of silk floss quilts and making a suitable choice. The thermal resistance value (TOG) of a down quilt refers to its warmth retention ability, ranging from 1 (lowest insulation value) to 15 (highest insulation value). It is recommended to carefully choose considering weather conditions, temperature changes throughout the year, and personal preferences. Remember one thing: the warmth retention effect of a down quilt is not directly related to its weight. The better the warmth retention and insulation ability of the filler itself (whether natural or synthetic), the less filler is actually needed. Different types of silk floss quilts for Hong Kong weather. Down quilts are generally divided into two types: winter down quilts and summer silk floss quilts. Summer silk floss quilts are generally 1-4.5 TOG. Hong Kong people often use them when the weather gets warmer and when the air conditioner is turned on. Therefore, summer silk floss quilts are often also called air conditioning quilts. The weather in Hong Kong is very humid, so you need to ensure that your down quilt has sufficient breathability to adapt to humid summer nights. In addition, the weight of summer down quilts is between 80 and 150 grams/square meter. Winter down quilts are mostly 12-15 TOG. They can basically accompany you through the entire winter in Hong Kong. However, those who are afraid of the cold or children may need an additional thinner quilt. Natural fillers – such as down and feathers – are the best fillers for winter down quilts because they have good insulation properties and are soft to the touch.Down comforters in winter are relatively heavy, with a weight of at least 200 grams per square meter. Many people purchase two different down comforters for winter and summer use, but in fact, by ‘buying wisely’, sometimes just one breathable and temperature-regulating silk cotton quilt can ensure a comfortable sleep all year round, which is very suitable for Hong Kong’s climate! Our all-season silk cotton quilt is made from high-quality microfibers, lightweight and breathable, offering allergen protection, and is definitely your perfect choice.
This 10.5 TOG silk cotton quilt can replace both summer and winter down comforters, saving storage space and money at home, and also saving the time to change down comforters. When purchasing down comforters or silk cotton quilts, other considerations beyond the aforementioned factors are important. Remember to consider the following points before choosing the best down comforter or the best silk cotton quilt: Fabric: Refers to the cloth used to cover the filling of the down comforter. High breathability, high-quality 100% pure cotton can effectively regulate body temperature, prevent sweating, and keep the skin dry during sleep. Protection: Washing down comforters is not only time-consuming but also expensive. To extend the time between each wash, consider using a duvet cover. There are various patterns, styles, and materials available in the market to choose from, adding color and personality to your bedroom. Many people are unsure whether the size of the down comforter cover must match their down comforter exactly. In fact, a down comforter cover can be 15 centimeters longer or shorter than the width and length of the down comforter. If you do not want the down comforter to move inside the cover, consider our down comforter cover, which features hidden buttons, corner and side ties, ensuring your down comforter stays in place. Size: There are various sizes of down comforters available on the market, but many people prefer to buy one size larger, allowing the extra quilt to hang over the edge of the bed. If you are taller or your partner always likes to hog the quilt, you will need to buy a larger one! If your mattress is placed in the middle of your bedroom or if you share the bed with your partner, we would suggest choosing a larger down comforter. If your mattress is placed against the wall, we recommend choosing a size-appropriate or smaller down comforter. Check out our down comforter size guide for more information! Now, with this information, we hope you will have the best luck in choosing the perfect down comforter in 2024 and stay warm (and breathable)!