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Explain down comforters and duvets like I’m 5?

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A down comforter (or silk, or down alternative) goes inside the duvet cover, creating the floofy duvet. If you want an oversized fit for your bed, you could order a king size comforter and a king size duvet cover (I seem to remember that there used to be companies who manufactured and sold oversized queen comforters but I don't know how common/easy to find those are nowadays). If you order a queen sized comforter and put it inside a king sized duvet cover, you're going to have a lot of empty space on the sides and around the actual comforter. The duvet cover has to fit your comforter properly. If you want something that's "middle of the road" for warmth, you want to look for an all season or year round weight, not anything marked extra warmth or specific for winter. Look for something in the 40oz./700-750 fill power range for a queen comforter. Answer from helenasbff on reddit.com

reddit.com › r/bedding › explain down comforters and duvets like i’m 5?

r/Bedding on Reddit: Explain down comforters and duvets like I’m 5?

January 23, 2024 -

Hi all, long time lurker, reading through the amazing posts by such knowledgeable people. I am looking for a new queen down comforter. Mine is almost 20 years old and flat as a pancake. Something mid- warm. I’d like it to hang over the sides of my queen size bed. Should I get a queen size down insert and a king duvet? What is a mid warmth down fill number you’d recommend? I’m so overwhelmed by all the choices!

A down comforter (or silk, or down alternative) goes inside the duvet cover, creating the floofy duvet. If you want an oversized fit for your bed, you could order a king size comforter and a king size duvet cover (I seem to remember that there used to be companies who manufactured and sold oversized queen comforters but I don't know how common/easy to find those are nowadays). If you order a queen sized comforter and put it inside a king sized duvet cover, you're going to have a lot of empty space on the sides and around the actual comforter. The duvet cover has to fit your comforter properly. If you want something that's "middle of the road" for warmth, you want to look for an all season or year round weight, not anything marked extra warmth or specific for winter. Look for something in the 40oz./700-750 fill power range for a queen comforter.

You want to match the size of the comforter to the size of the duvet, otherwise you end up with a lot of loose fabric

reddit.com › r/bedding › with down alternative duvets, is there much difference in what you get with certain brands/price ranges?

r/Bedding on Reddit: With down alternative duvets, is there much difference in what you get with certain brands/price ranges?

July 10, 2024 -

rn I have a bedsure lightweight duvet insert, polyester shell and filling. I tried a silk filled duvet to see if I would like it better and I absolutely hated how it clung to my body, so I now realize that down alternative is my fill of choice. I'm considering a new comforter because 1. I have a full size but think a queen duvet might look a little better and 2. I'm wondering if some comforters might sleep a little cooler without having zero loft. But I've been comparing all sorts of brands in the <$200 range and wondering if there's even a major difference or if I should just save my money on a nicer cover?

ETA: right now the options I'm looking at are quince premium down alternative, pottery barn recycled down alternative, or just keeping an eye out at homegoods/tj maxx etc for a deal on something with a cotton shell. I was also looking at saatva's down alternative, but that would be a bit of a splurge for me and I wanna make sure I can return it if I'm not happy with it... am also open to real down but a little conflicted about it as a vegetarian (more sustainable though) and also a little apprehensive when I read about people saying they get feathers and dust everywhere

In terms of sleeping cooler while still maintaining fluffiness, it's a tough one. Down alternative (synthetic) is just not as breathable as natural fills. Opting for something with a cotton shell will help marginally, as cotton is more breathable than polyester. At some point, you may need to choose between fluffiness / weight and warmth and see which one you're willing to compromise on more. When shopping across brands, I would compare specs such as shell type, shell thread count (higher TC = softer), fill type (microfiber, polyester batting, or other?), fill weight, etc. You should be able to get something good quality within your budget, it's just about finding the specs that work best for your needs. Also worth checking if the brand offers a good return policy and/or warranty so you don't have to stress too much pre-purchase. In terms of natural down, it's a tough call. Down is a by-product of the meat industry, and you can find many companies that source their down ethically and post-mortem, with certifications against things like force-feeding, overcrowding, lack of vet care and other inhumane practices. But if you are opposed to eating meat and the meat industry period, these assurances may not go far enough for you, and that's ok. You're right to consider sustainability - not only is down a natural product, it should last you a lifetime (or longer) and can help reduce home heating costs in a cool climate. In terms of your concern about leakage, make sure that the company is using down-proof cotton and that they offer a warranty in case of any defects. There shouldn't be a lot of dust coming out, ever (given proper care instructions have been followed). Commercial down is only allowed to have a minimal amount of dust in it. It's impossible to remove every bit, but the threshold is quite low. Make sure to purchase from a reputable company that has processes in place to test their down regularly for cleanliness.

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reddit.com › r/bedding › comforter suggestions, brands and difference between down and down alternative

r/Bedding on Reddit: Comforter Suggestions, Brands and difference between down and down alternative

August 26, 2024 -

So I just moved into my college dorm, which just so happens to be in a place that's quite hot. My older weighted blanket is good, but it is still a little stifling and as I've been using it for years at this point I want a change. I've done a fair amount of research on this subreddit, but there seems to be very few posts about the difference between down and down alternative comforters. That being said, I'd like to spend around 400~ dollars and if someone could explain which is generally better (down/down alternative), some good brands that will last awhile, and anything else in-between that y'all think I should know, that'd be great.

Benefits of down comforters- the best warmth to weight ratio, long lasting (if you buy a good one), natural materials. Cons - expensive, requires proper care and storage. Down alternatives - good warmth to weight- if you don’t need a super warm comforter, then a good down alternative maybe a better option. Cheaper than down, easy to clean and not fussy about care.

If you don't plan to keep it forever, down alternative might be your best bet. Down duvets can be quite expensive. You might want to save your $400 to invest in your forever duvet. Down alternative duvets are also easier to machine wash - down duvets are best cleaned at a dry cleaner or professional cleaners (although they shouldn't need cleaning often). Be sure to check the fill weight before buying to ensure you're getting something light. If possible, check for the term Summer Weight, Light Weight or similar. Down alternative is less breathable than down, so it can be a little hot, particularly if it is generously filled. To be honest, if your room is pretty balmy, a comforter may not even be right for you. You might consider a thin quilt.

reddit.com › r/bedding › down vs down alternative

r/Bedding on Reddit: Down vs Down Alternative

March 3, 2025 -

I've been using down duvet inserts for awhile, and I really hate the feathers that leak out and the shifting. These are box stiched duvets that I've had and after awhile all the down feathers go to the edge with the middle being nothing but cloth. And since they are box stiched all the fluffing i try to do cannot get the middle filled up again. I also hate the feather dust that flies around everywhere when i take it out of the cover.

So i'm thinking of down alternatives which are hypoallergenic and some are even temperature regulating. Does down alternative stay fluffy better? Or will have the same problem?

I’m very allergic to feathers so can’t compare, but I love my down alternative comforters from The Company Store. I’ve had some many years and they wash well in my home sized washer/dryer. I have midweight and when I want more warmth on winter I put on a flannel duvet cover (the comforters I have have spots on the corners to tie to the cover.

what‘s your budget? Why not wool or silk?

reddit.com › r/buyitforlife › does it exist: down alternative comforter/duvet insert with filling that won't clump, lump, bunch up, and migrate into patches within two years?

r/BuyItForLife on Reddit: Does it exist: down alternative comforter/duvet insert with filling that won't clump, lump, bunch up, and migrate into patches within two years?

August 21, 2024 -

As the title says, has anyone bought a down alternative/synthetic down comforter that is not garbage after a year?

Back in August I bought the Pottery Barn Hydrocool down alternative duvet insert.

I am currently a college student and thus funds are limited, however I am a chronic insomniac and have a lot of sleep issues, so a good comforter was something I was willing to splurge on. It was definitely not the most expensive option on the market, but for $150, I didn’t expect it to completely fall apart within 9 months. By the time I moved out of my dorm in May, the filling had bunched up into pockets, leaving parts of the comforter completely flat.

I’m now going back to school for my sophomore year and would like to buy a comforter/duvet insert that will last until I graduate. I have a down comforter at home and it’s my favorite thing, but it requires too much upkeep for college. Wirecutter, The Strategist, etc. all love the Brooklinen, Buffy, Parachute, Company Store, LL Bean, etc. but I keep seeing reviews on the stores’ sites themselves and on reddit that they all have this issue.

So, if anyone has bought an down alternative comforter in the past three years—from one of the brands listed above or anywhere else—that is still relatively intact, tell me!!

Haven't had it more than a few months, but we bought a lightweight one from https://www.thewoolroom.com/ and it's been really good so far. It doesn't "drape" over you quite like a good down duvet, but it does seem to be more breathable and better for temperature regulation.

I feel your pain. Ours did that constantly. We picked up one in Sweden at a handmade store about 4 years ago that doesn’t bunch up at all. It doesn’t have a brand name on it BUT, I did figure out what keeps it from doing that. It’s the size of the baffle box. If your baffle boxes are large, like 8x8” or larger, they get clumpy and migrate. Ours has smaller baffle boxes that are about 4x4” and sewn through. They’re small enough where the fill has no where to go but to stay in place. Edit: forgot to mention, if you don’t want to buy a new duvet, you can “double duvet.” Get a lightweight duvet fill and layer inside the duvet cover on top of your lumpy one. Some people will even triple duvet fill. You won’t be extra hot if you get the right breathable material for your 2nd duvet.

reddit.com › r/bedding › does a down alternative comforter go inside of the duvet?

r/Bedding on Reddit: Does a down alternative comforter go inside of the duvet?

April 16, 2024 -

Hello peeps

I just got my first apartment and I would like my bed to give hotel vibes… fluffy-ish. However, I am extremely confused about duvets and whatnot. Does the down alternative comforter go inside of the duvet or no? 🤔

Thank you in advance

A comforter will have designs, patterns or embellishments and are not usually meant to go inside a duvet cover. But you can if you want it to be protected. A duvet (insert) is similar to a comforter, but difference being that it will be plain and meant to go inside a duvet cover

Bedding item naming is really confusing, at least in the United States. Technically a comforter is a standalone item that doesn’t have a separate cover. It can be filled with cotton or down or down alternative or whatever. The material will be nice looking and suitable for putting on your bed directly. A duvet cover is basically two large sheets together on three sides with buttons or zips on the fourth side. Technically what you put inside a duvet cover is called a duvet insert, it can be filled with the same things that a comforter would be filled with, but it wouldn’t be something that would look nice on its own. However, we often use the terms “comforter” and “duvet insert” interchangeably! Does that help?

reddit.com › r/bedding › i’m search of a down (or down alternative) comforter whose filling won’t shift drastically

r/Bedding on Reddit: I’m search of a down (or down alternative) comforter whose filling won’t shift drastically

March 3, 2023 -

I’m search of a great, FLUFFY comforter for cold winters. Mine (which was $200 on sale) lasted two years before the filling started moving around. Tennis balls in the dryer and fluffing it myself didn’t work. The entire area that I usually sleep under on my side of the bed has completely lost it’s filling. (See photo- with the light shining above it, you can see the left side has lost it’s filling compared to areas around it). I realize it may happened a little, but this is ridiculous. Need a fluffy, warm comforter that won’t do that.

Just out of curiosity, what was the brand? Most down comforters are supposed to keep the down fill in the boxes for a lot longer than just 2 years. It would be good info so people can avoid that brand in the future, honestly. On down you'll more than likely get a lot of recommendations from users on here (from Costco to St Geneve), but if you want ultimate fluffiness and warmth in winter usually the best thing to do is get a duvet cover and pack in two oversized down comforters that are either summer weight or all-season weight. You'll have such a fluffy bed you won't know what to do with yourself, lol ;) Personally I'd just get two summer weights or a summer weight + an all-season weight for much colder temps. More than that and you might overheat if your temps aren't below 50F in your room. If you're looking for cheap deals, I think you'll find a lot of them on ebay in terms of down, but a decent brand that's got some cheap prices on ebay is DaniaDown. There is a seller that sells a few of the down comforters from them at a pretty decent price for what you get that might interest you; most Canadian down brands are pretty decent quality, I've found, but if you'd rather stick with the more highly-regarded brands like St Geneve or Scandia Home, that's fine too! Polish down is usually considered the best down in the world after Eiderdown, but when you get into expensive down you start getting prices that are crazy-high. If you're happy with duck or European goose down at the most then you can probably find much cheaper deals, overall.

Mae sure you buy a comforter with a Baffle Box Design apposed to standard sewn through. Similar to a gusset on a pillow, a baffle box is an internal fabric wall that not only prevents the fill from shifting throughout the night (keeping it evenly distributed), but allows the fill to reach its full loft. A baffle-box design allows the fill to expand to give you a cloud-like comfort. Other things to consider is the fill power and also if its actually real down. I believe down only needs to be 75% to be considered down. The rest is feather junk which has no loft. I have an Eli & Elm and love it!

reddit.com › r/bedding › anyone have a truly plush down alternative comforter that sleeps cool?

r/Bedding on Reddit: Anyone have a truly plush down alternative comforter that sleeps cool?

September 19, 2024 -

My title probably covered it all. No matter how low I turn my AC, I wake up sweating. My current comforter and duvet aren't great and I think both have polyester.

I'm an animal lover and can't support down or feather but I really miss the super plush company store down comforters my best friend had when we were kids. Basically I'd like it as plush as possible but not hot.

Does anyone have something like this that they can recommend?

I have one called downcool off of Amazon it's really lightweight. If I put a duvet cover on it, it's too warm and have to sleep with a/c at 68. I gave up and just use it without a duvet cover and can sleep comfortably at 70-71. Edit: Soo why are people downvoting for me for sharing what bedding I use 😑

I have an alpaca wool insert. I also love big fluffy blankets, but was struggling with temperature regulation and couldn't get down because of allergies. I spent a LOT of time searching on here. I was originally resistant to the alternatives to down/down alternative (silk, wool), but i freaking LOVE the alpaca wool insert. It is SO breathable. I didn't realize what I was missing. I couldn't go back to synthetic fibers because they just trap heat like crazy. It is definitely not as fluffy as down, but it is much fluffier than silk, it has nice weight, and i have layered it with nice cotton blankets. Someone else mentioned linen covers - I also have this on the insert, and think it helps quite a bit with breathability also.

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reddit.com › r/bedding › best down alternative comforter for a warm climate

r/Bedding on Reddit: Best down alternative comforter for a warm climate

June 7, 2025 -

Hi! I'm looking for a comforter/duvet insert made of anything but down, and is good for a warm climate/hot sleepers. No budget! Building my comfiest dream bed lol.

editing to specify that it can be anything that's not down!

Down alternative is polyfill - fibers made of plastic - which is not breathable and will sleep hot. You can get a lightweight duvet/comforter with down alternative fill, and hope for the best. If you want to sleep cooler, you can get lightweight duvets filled with cotton, silk, or wool. Yes, wool will sleep cooler than polyfill, because as a natural fiber, it breathes well. Cover any of these with a cotton percale or linen duvet cover and you should feel pretty good. I personally went for a lightweight washable wool duvet insert from Woolroom, which I've had for just over a week now. I sleep extremely hot, but with my room temp set appropriately (and/or my BedJet running), I'm not sweating to death under the covers. I kind of feel like I've got a light cloud on top of me. I love it. Good luck finding what makes your bed dreamy! :)

We like ours from Quince.

reddit.com › r/bedding › what's the best eco-friendly, down alternative material for comforter?

r/Bedding on Reddit: What's the best eco-friendly, down alternative material for comforter?

June 12, 2020 -

Comforter or duvet insert (they're pretty much the same).

Say you don't wanna use any animal products like down (poor geese being plucked alive).

In my opinion, based on my own a couple of hours research, I've narrowed it down to either Eucalyptus, and/or microfiber.

There's also silk, but I read that it traps heat a lot, so probably not gonna go with that.

Microfiber, mainly because I'm intrigued with Snowe Down Alternative comforter. But microfiber itself is pretty much plastic? So, that's kinda meh.

Eucalyptus is probably from Buffy (though I feel like it's because they spend a lot on marketing, so their company comes up a lot). There's also Sheets & Giggles eucalyptus comforter. Unsure between the two.

Between eucalyptus and microfiber, I don't even know the pros and cons other than microfiber is plastic while eucalyptus is plants. Other than that, I don't know which one performs better and/or more durable.

So, what do you think would be best?

Hey hey 👋 Colin here, founder & CEO of Sheets & Giggles. Going to do my best to not be salesy here and not advertise, very much against my natural instincts. Just want to participate and weigh in if it's helpful. Similar to how people call viscose "bamboo," "eucalyptus" is the current consumer vernacular for another type of cellulosic rayon called lyocell, which both S&G and Buffy use for our sheets and comforters and other products. Lyocell is softer than cotton (lower coefficient of friction), better for hot sleepers and people with sensitive skin, and just all-around amazing. Certified vegan and cruelty-free as well, hypoallergenic, effectively zero waste during production, and considered very sustainable. Basically, microfiber is polyester (plastic). If it's recycled poly from actual discarded bottles (not water bottles made specifically to be turned into "recycled" poly, as can be the practice in China), it's actually doing something productive by taking those bottles out of the environment. S&G's comforter has a 50-50 lyocell / recycled poly filling, so it's fairly environmentally friendly in this regard (both the lyocell and the true recycled poly). If microfiber / polyester isn't recycled, I'd definitely avoid it to avoid putting new plastic into the world. Microfiber / poly traps heat and is known for sleeping hot, so avoid anything that's 100% poly, especially in the summer. A mix of fabrics can be good for all-seasons comfort vs going too much to one extreme or the other on temperature regulation. The best advice I can give you is to compare reviews across channels (i.e., see what a company's' website, Facebook, and Amazon reviews say and if they match up). If they don't match up and the website is considerably higher scored, it's likely because there's some hiding of reviews going on on their .com (which often will get mentioned in reviews on Facebook and Amazon, "I couldn't leave a review on their site"), which for me as a consumer is a red flag. If they don't allow native Facebook reviews on Facebook (cough Brooklinen) and just hook into their site reviews, that's also a huge red flag because companies can't control the visibility of FB or Amazon reviews, so those are important for confidence. On return polices and stuff, most companies are fairly similar and consumer friendly these days, but S&G also has no time limit on our return policy. Which I'm sure won't hurt us in the long run... oh god. And I can indeed confirm that Buffy spends wayyy more $$$ on advertising than we do, but S&G is the only bedding company with an unfocused CEO who spends too much time on reddit on Friday afternoons. And you can take that to the bank. Anyway, whatever you choose, hope you love it! Top-tier quality bedding is life-changing. (And because you're someone who found us in the wild, I'd appreciate any feedback or Q's you might have about S&G, we love hearing from people new to our brand. Feel free to DM me as well.) Cheers, Colin at S&G

reddit.com › r/bedding › never posted here before but my girlfriend only wants one thing for christmas: a heavy, ultra-fluffy down comforter and i can’t let her…”down”.

r/Bedding on Reddit: Never posted here before but my girlfriend only wants ONE thing for Christmas: a heavy, ultra-fluffy down comforter and I can’t let her…”down”.

October 23, 2024 -

I’ve searched tons of threads and was looking at Costco’s Downlite hotel & resort Hungarian white goose comforter, but it seems too light for her. She’s perpetually cold and I want super fluffy and less flat. Then I found Feathered Friends’ Bavarian 700, but it’s out of stock 😭 I don’t feel like Ikea or Amazon brands would be top-tier quality? I’d prefer not to spend more than $500 for a king but will spend up to $1k if it’s worth it.

Is it better to stuff two duvets in one cover, and if so, anyone have good experience with this method with specific brands? I just want her to be comfy for the winter and years beyond. She just had several uncomfortable surgeries.

Last question, are down alternatives as comfy as down comforters themselves? She won’t care what’s in it if it’s gloriously comfortable.

Please help me out if you can, any suggestions and firsthand experiences are greatly appreciated 🙏🏼 I’m definitely not a bedding aficionado

Do your homework. Nearly all the retail sellers are trying to get you to buy lower quality at higher prices. If they aren’t giving full specs (fill power, amount, grade, place of origin, percentage of down vs feather) then assume the worst. And then the ones that do (US and Canada) are probably way overpriced. Check out: Supreme Quilts . Read the page on the various levels of downs. The US sized comforters are probably the best value, bar none. They offer different amounts of fill depending on desired warmth. Full transparency, top quality, low prices. I have bought from them. I bought 95% White Polish goose down because I think that’s the value.

Buy her one of these. https://supremequilts.com.au/

reddit.com › r/random_acts_of_amazon › [discussion] duvets vs. comforters? which one do you prefer and why?

r/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon on Reddit: [Discussion] Duvets vs. Comforters? Which one do you prefer and why?

January 5, 2022 - So you use a comforter as a duvet with a duvet cover? This question might just blow our UK friends’ minds out. 😅 ... The fluffy white down or down alternative comforters are usually used as duvet inserts. Think of them as the "pillow" and a duvet cover as the pillow case.

reddit.com › r/askvegans › down alternative comforter/duvet

r/AskVegans on Reddit: Down alternative comforter/duvet

April 29, 2025 -

Hello fellow vegans, I am looking for a light comforter/duvet that would be good to use during the summer. I want the airiness and fluffiness without all the feathers! Anyone have suggestions? Thank you 💚

I personally prefer a nice 100% cotton duvet with no blanket in it!

I really like down-alternative comforters. They usually go by weight. 5oz will be a lightweight, 14oz will be a heavier, warmer blanket. 🫶🏻

reddit.com › r/buyitforlife › best bifl down alternative comforter?

r/BuyItForLife on Reddit: Best BIFL Down alternative comforter?

May 9, 2019 -

I'm looking for a quality down-alternative comforter or duvet insert. (I have allergies hence down-alternative)

Ignoring the cheap ones that go for $30-60 on Amazon, it seems like there are 3 prominent brands on the internet. Would like to buy one during black friday sales. Any opinions on which is the best? Looking for king size comforter that provides warmth, but doesn't get too sweaty for Seattle nights. We keep the room temp around 69 degrees at night, and a bit higher in the summer.

Brooklinen ($239)

Parachute ($263)

Buffy ($207)

If recommend looking at wool blankets. Many are BIFL.They’re both hypo allergenic and anti fungal if you have mold issues.

It’s not a comforter though. I’m interested on other responses as a guy who lives in Renton. From my experience washing comforters destroys them over time. Good luck.

Came across this sub as I’ve been looking into a new down alternative comforter for the first time coming from a down. My wife wants one that feels like a “cloud” still. Do these wool ones have that same feel? Had been looking at Brooklinen and parachute before stumbling across here and now intrigued by wool but completely unfamiliar with this as an option. Also we sleep hot but run the AC to keep it cool when we need to and I think she might like the feel of a little weight to help with restless leg, does wool provide that as well or is it lighter feeling? Thanks!

reddit.com › r/bedding › are the ikea down/down alternative inserts worth it?

r/Bedding on Reddit: Are the IKEA down/down alternative inserts worth it?

August 23, 2024 -

Hi all, I’m considering pulling the trigger on buying a down insert from IKEA due to the amazing price. Also, is down or down alternative better? I live in western NY (Buffalo area) so we have long winters. I don’t really sleep or cold, basically in the middle. Any recs? I’m not trying to spend more than $150! LMK if they are worth it! Thanks

The issue with IKEA duvets is they use non standard measurements, so you're stuck with their duvet covers. I had one in my Queen and it never covered the bed quite right. They're minimal warmth comforter is great for someone who wants the weight of a comforter without retaining heat, it's one of the few polyester things I think does its job well, but I wish it fit my bed.

I’ve had one for about ten years, and it’s been okay. I’m planning to replace it this fall. It’s light weight, so good in summer, but needs extra blankets in the colder months. Down alternative is definitely better on the low budget end. Buying cheap down is just buying trouble (mostly feather, odor, clumping), and quality down is expensive. Im not convinced it’s worth it for most people for a comforter/duvet. Quality down pillows are worth it though. There are many down alternatives that are generic polyester fill. And there are a few that have a reputation for excellence while still not too expensive. I have a sleeping bag made with Primaloft, and it’s the real deal. It’s twenty years old and still in great condition. That’s what I’ll probably buy. Here’s one that you might like. This company has a great reputation and sells several different down alternative comforters. I’ve been meaning to call them and get more info on their various options. They are big suppliers to the hotel industry. So I’d recommend Primaloft without hesitation, and then you have to get the right weight for your preference. If you want to also look at down, check out Supreme Quilts

reddit.com › r/buyitforlife › bifl comforter that is not a down comforter?

r/BuyItForLife on Reddit: BIFL comforter that is not a down comforter?

January 31, 2023 -

Couple months ago I bought a very expensive down comforter and cover from the company store as this subreddit has rarely steered me wrong.

While I will say that the down comforters are obviously very high quality, I did not like it and hoped to grow into it. I have not. It's very baggy/crinkly, always making sounds when move even though it's been thoroughly used and even washed at this point.

Im looking for something that doesn't gather static, and is nice and smooth on the skin. I don't sleep cold or hot so that doesn't matter. Any ideas on what I should be looking for?

This is the comforter I bought: https://www.thecompanystore.com/selections/lacrosse-tcs-down-comforter/C3E6-Q-WHITE.html

Would very much appreciate some direction!

100% Frankenmuth Woolen Mill. Made in the same factory since 1894 and no changes in quality. They last for decades and keep us the perfect temperature. They are like heaven. That’s an understatement. We absolutely love them, the best thing we did for our bed.

It makes noise and crinkles? I’ve owned a down comforter for years and that’s not normal. They don’t make any more sound than a thick blanket makes. I wonder if they use a plasticky material for the baffles or something. If you explain what’s happening they might consider it defective and under a warranty.

reddit.com › r/bedding › please help. what are some good down alternative duvet inserts (that feel like or better than the real thing)?

r/Bedding on Reddit: Please help. What are some good down alternative duvet inserts (that feel like or better than the real thing)?

June 18, 2025 -

I'm sorry if this question has been asked before, but I am looking for some recent recommendations if possible. I have always had down duvets, love the way they feel, they are just super comfortable and breathable, but lately I think the material is giving my hubby more allergy symptoms at night and I think it may be our duvet.

So, I'm now on the hunt to find some seriously amazing down alternative duvet inserts, that feel as luxurious, soft and fluffy as a down duvet. I am looking for quality (am willing to invest and take care of these to make them last). Want that hotel level of quality and luxury if possible.

Any recommendations?

I don't think such a thing exists, but I'd be happy to be proven wrong my first thought is wool or tencel, but as far as I'm aware they aren't as fluffy. Have you tried taking your duvet to get cleaned (in a washer and dryer, not dry cleaned)? Sometimes its more so dust mites or other allergens built up and the duvet just needs a good washing.

I recently purchased the down alternative duvet insert from Parachute and can confirm it's amazing. Me and my partner both sleep hot, so we were shopping around for something breathable. She is sensitive to down, so that wasn’t an option. This bedding is really fluffy and breathable, and just feels really nice. Defiitely worth it, especially if you are used to down.

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r/Bedding on Reddit: Having the hardest time choosing a duvet insert

March 18, 2024 -

I am redoing our bedding. We’ve had a paper thin duvet insert for years and it works okay but doesn’t give us the kind of plush, lofty feel. We are also hot sleepers but still want warmth throughout the year.

I’ve done a ton of research lately on the difference between down vs down alternatives, types of sheets for hot sleepers, etc. I’ve learned silk inserts are the best but that’s out of my price range atm (saving for a wedding)!

I ended up purchasing a king Nestwell Down Comforter in Medium Warm from Marshall’s with a queen Threshold (50% cotton/50% recycled polyester) duvet cover. But after night 1 = HOT LOL. Is it the insert or is it duvet cover? Do we need cooling sheets? I ran back to Marshalls and bought:

Martha Steward Jacquard Cotton Tencel Lyocell Comforter

Nestwell Down Alternative Lightweight Comforter

UGG 100% Tencel Lyocell sheet set

Thanks for the help!!!

I usually do not admonish to buy things from China. But two things that China does make well are pottery and silk. There are silk comforters which they sell on ebay, with the outside shell and inside filling both 100% silk. I bought one of these and I like it a lot. Maybe some of the prices there could be better than what you were looking at. You just need to make sure you get the right size, because sometimes foreign bed blanket sizes are slightly different than American bed blanket sizes.

I had that insert, and I promise you it's 100% the insert making you hot. I was waking up in puddles every night.

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r/Bedding on Reddit: Quince Premium Down Alternative Comforter - lightweight or all season?

June 22, 2025 -

I'm going to college and wanted to get a cheaper comforter that is still soft and works well. I found this option to be the most affordable while also being a good quality down alternative. I'm moving to Illinois for college and was curious if I should purchase the light weight or all season. I've heard that down alternative can be pretty hot, but Illinois is a cold place! Should I just go with the lightweight option and couple it with throw blankets during winters if I get cold, or go the all season but risk overheating in summers or in my dorm?

We bought the lightweight and it’s perfect. Not too hot for summer (with AC) and was warm enough when it is chilly.

if you're going to get one, you would want to weight downward. like you said, you could add blankets. you can also add a thicker duvet cover to the comforter eventually down the line to add more layer in the winter months.

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r/Costco on Reddit: Which down comforter to get?

August 13, 2024 -

I'm going to invest in having a comfier bed situation so I can have more consistent and comfortable sleep. I'm looking for pillows and a comforter. I've heard down pillows are supreme, but have also heard great things about wool.

I went on Costco's website and looked at down comforters but I don't know where to start. I saw they had a Hotel Grand White Down Comforter, as well as the Hotel Grand European White Down Comforter, which is currently on sale for $90. I don't know comforter lingo, but is Hotel Grand any good? Is $90 for a comforter decent? I feel like I've seen the first one for $80, in the past. Any advice would be super appreciated. Thanks!

Costco used to carry Pacific Coast . I've had several of them over the decades and they're amazing. They're gonna run $200-300, which is more than what you'll pay at Costco. If you look at the 1-star reviews for those comforters you linked to, there are complaints of the down migrating to the outer edges of the comforter with no easy way to redistribute the down. I've never had that issue with the Pacific Coast comforters. That being said, take a stab at one from Costco. If the feathers do something silly, return it. By the time that happens, the Pacific Coast comforters should be on sale. 😂 Also, for what it's worth, when it comes to comforters, get a size up. They don't drape properly when bought at the correct size. A queen size bed is 80". A queen size comforter is 98". So, each side gets an additional 9" to hang over the side? That's not enough. Gotta move to the king size comforter with 108", so you get 14" of hang on each side.

If you are not wed to Costco, The Company Store has fantastic bedding.