The Duvet Guide Choosing the right duvet can often be a significant decision. It's very individual which duvet you require. At HOME-TEX, we've carefully selected a wide range of what we believe to be the best quality duvets at the best prices on the market. Duvet types Down duvets - Muscovy down duvets, goose down duvets, duck down duvets, and eider down duvets.
Hypoallergenic fibre duvets
Natural duvets - Silk duvets, bamboo duvets, kapok duvets, wool duvets, and organic duvets.
All duvets are available in different heat classes so you can find a duvet suitable for the current season. Thus, you'll find summer duvets, all-year duvets, and winter duvets. How to choose a duvet Buying a duvet can often be a more complicated decision than most people initially think. A duvet must meet your specific needs, so there are many things to consider.
See below for the factors to consider when choosing a new duvet, and click directly on the subject for guidance if needed. The size of the duvet In Denmark, the most common duvet size is 140x200 cm. However, the extra length duvet, 140x220 cm, is becoming increasingly popular. HOME-TEX recommends this duvet for people taller than 175 cm. More and more people choose to buy double duvets, whether it's for themselves or to share with a partner.
Use one of the links below to find the right size for you. Double duvets are available in three sizes Double duvets are sold in Denmark in three sizes: 200x200 cm, 200x220 cm, and 240x220 cm. HOME-TEX sells all three sizes. Duvet 200x200cm is the smallest double duvet size. It is slowly being phased out and it may eventually be a bit difficult to find covers for.
Duvet 200x220cm is the most popular double duvet size in Denmark, and is the easiest one to find covers for. King size duvet 240x220cm is increasingly popular among Danes. It will eventually become the most common double duvet size. Duvet filling Here we will explain the three most popular types of duvet fillings. - Down is the most commonly used duvet filling, providing excellent insulation to keep you warm while allowing your body to breathe.
- Allergen-friendly fibre duvets are also very popular, especially because they are usually cheaper than other types of duvets.
- Silk duvets are becoming increasingly popular in the Danish market. We receive numerous inquiries about silk duvets every week. The hallmark of silk duvets is their lightness and airiness compared to other duvets.
Down Down, a natural product, is the most valuable part of a bird's plumage. Down is soft, extremely light, and offers fantastic insulation properties.
The finest, largest, and strongest down comes from geese and ducks that live in very cold climates. These geese and ducks have developed large down clusters to stay warm in extremely cold conditions. It's this incredible quality that your down duvet contains. The best down comes from fully grown geese and ducks. By treating them well and providing the best possible nutrition, the highest quality down and feathers can develop, achieving TOG (insulation capacity) of up to 13. The secret of down The secret behind down's unique insulating ability lies in its structure. Unlike feathers, down doesn't have a quill. Down consists of a microscopic core From this core, thousands of tiny soft filaments spread out. These filaments create small air pockets where the air remains still, providing insulation. The more down a duvet contains, the warmer it is. Therefore, it's important that your duvet has the right amount of down. Remember, you spend an average of 8 hours a night with your duvet, and it's your duvet that keeps you warm at night. The 4 types of down When choosing down duvets, you can choose from 4 types of down - eiderdown, muscovy down, goose down, and duck down. Goose down duvet Goose down duvets come in many different qualities. Goose down is the most commonly used filling in Danish duvets. If you buy a Danish-made goose down duvet, you can be sure the quality is excellent. Choose the highest TOG that fits your budget.
We always recommend selecting at least a goose down duvet with a TOG of 10. The higher the TOG, the better the down's insulating ability. With a goose down duvet of TOG 12 or 13, you get a light and breathable duvet, ensuring a calm and stable sleep. Eiderdown duvet Eiderdown duvets are certainly the finest of all types of down; the down itself is very fine and light. They are hand-collected in Iceland, entirely according to nature's conditions. This is clearly reflected in the price, often ranging between DKK 25,000-40,000.
In Denmark, fewer than 100 of these duvets are sold annually.
HOME-TEX.com offers eiderdown duvets from the Danish brand Quilts of Denmark in sizes 140x200 cm and 140x220 cm.  Muscovy down duvet A muscovy down duvet is somewhat similar to an eiderdown duvet and is always of high quality, especially if the duvet is produced in Denmark or Europe and contains European muscovy down.
It has incredibly good insulation properties. The down is very fine and soft, yet incredibly light.
While ordinary duck and goose down duvets can vary greatly in quality, the muscovy down duvet consistently offers a stable quality with a TOG of around 11. Duck down duvet Duck down has a lower TOG compared to the types of down mentioned above. This means its insulating ability is lower, requiring more down to achieve optimal warmth.
With a duck down duvet, you get a duvet with more weight and more fluffiness, which some people prefer.
TOG in down duvets
In future, down products will be measured in what is known as Cubic inch (Cuin), an international unit of measurement for the quality of down products. Cuin is often used for down jackets, sleeping bags, etc. To make it easier for consumers to compare down quality across countries, a standard unit of measurement, Cuin, has now been created. How to Measure TOG: - The old measurement method used to be based on 20 grams of down and was measured in centimetres.
- The new measurement method uses 30 grams of down and is measured in cubic inches (Cuin).
This change results in significantly different and higher figures, but both methods share a common principle: The higher the TOG/Cuin, the finer the down mixture used in the product. As a customer of HOME-TEX.com, during a transition period, you will see both measurement units in our product descriptions. Read more here Hypoallergenic fibre duvets Fibre duvets are very popular in Denmark. Many choose them because they are hypoallergenic and particularly suitable for children, as they are easier to handle and clean than other types of duvets. The better the individual fibres are treated, the more beneficial properties they have. Polyester fibre is a hygienic insulation material that does not store moisture or odours and does not create dust. Fibre is ideal for hypoallergenic products. Organic duvets When buying duvets, you have the option of choosing an organic alternative. You can choose a duvet with organic down and organic casing. Organic down is produced on sustainable farms with a focus on animal welfare. There is no Danish-produced organic down – they are simply not produced in Denmark. If it's important to you that the duvet is Danish-produced, you should opt for a duvet with an organic casing. The covers of these duvets are made from 100% organic cotton, developed in collaboration with Asthma and Allergy Denmark, and are Nordic Swan Eco-labelled. See the selection of organic duvets here. Silk duvets A silk duvet is like an ordinary duvet, but with three extra features that you don't usually find in standard fibre and down duvets. - Hypoallergenic. Silk is naturally the most hypoallergenic material.
- Natural temperature regulator. The market's only natural temperature-regulating duvets.
- Sweat/liquid absorbent. Removes sweat and liquid from the surface, keeping you dry and comfortable under the duvet.
These benefits are achieved by using special silk filling, which Nordic Comfort incorporates into all their products. The silk they use for their duvets and pillows is also 100% organic, complementing its excellent properties. How to measure silk duvets For silk duvets, the filling weight is measured in grams per square metre, known as silk density. Therefore, bearing capacity is not used for duvets and pillows with silk filling. Silk duvets from Nordic Comfort come with silk density and warmth levels suitable for all seasons. This means you can always achieve the optimal sleeping temperature with a silk duvet, even in very cold conditions. It's simply a matter of choosing the right silk density.
Silk density in silk duvets is divided into three main categories: LIGHT, MEDIUM, and WARM.
Below is a guide to selecting the appropriate silk density.
Light (100-180g of silk per sq m) Summer months
Warm summer nights
Medium (200-325g of silk per sq m)
All-year duvet for a normal home with a heated bedroom
Spring and autumn months in an unheated bedroom
Warm (over 325g of silk per sq m)
All-year duvet for a normal home where the bedroom is unheated
Autumn and winter months Outer fabric of the duvet The fabric on the outermost part of the duvet is called the bolster. Usually, the bolster is made of 100% cotton, but sometimes it is a blend of cotton and polyester. With very inexpensive fibre duvets, 100% polyester may be used. The higher the cotton percentage, the better the quality. For exceptional breathability, consider duvets with bamboo bolsters. Which heat class is best for each season? The warmth of all duvets is determined by the amount of filling, regardless of which duvet you choose. We refer to this as heat class, and categorise them as summer, all-season, and winter duvets. Summer duvets HOME-TEX recommends our customers to invest in a good summer duvet. Many people sweat under warm all-season and winter duvets. During the hot summer months, we suggest switching to a summer duvet to ensure a comfortable sleep all year round. It's common to switch to a summer duvet when the temperature rises above 13-15 degrees. If you've never used a summer duvet before, you'll likely appreciate its lightness and airiness. All-season duvets It can be difficult to gauge how warm each person feels at night. Some people feel the cold and use a winter duvet all year, while others stick with a summer duvet. We recommend considering your needs carefully before choosing a duvet and understanding its properties.
Can I make do with an all-season duvet? Yes - if you don't sweat and feel uncomfortable in the summer, then your all-season duvet will be just fine. However, since this isn't the case for most people, we suggest also having a seasonal duvet for when needed. Winter duvets A winter duvet is a great investment if you often feel the cold. With a fill weight of over 750 grams, our winter duvets are the warmest we offer. During the winter months, it can be challenging to stay warm with an all-season duvet. Many people still prefer sleeping in a cool bedroom environment - even when the frost bites. For these, we also recommend a warmer duvet. Maintenance of the duvet Maintenance instructions: 1. Always read the washing instructions on your duvet.
2. If your duvet is washable, pay attention to the correct temperature and detergent.
3. Extend the life of your duvet by airing it regularly.
Naturally, the body emits moisture and sweat during the night, some of which is absorbed by the duvet. Therefore, allow your duvet to air out before making the bed in the morning.
Not all duvets are washable. F or some duvets, especially those made with natural down, airing them occasionally is sufficient. Therefore, it is very important to read the washing instructions before doing anything.
For the vast majority of duvets, they should be washed in a machine that can handle at least 7 kilos. The Asthma and Allergy Association recommends washing washable duvets at 60 degrees and then drying them in a tumble dryer with 2-4 tennis balls. Drying a duvet can take a long time. It is advised to take the duvet out during drying and shake it to distribute the filling evenly. Enzyme-free detergent If your washing instructions indicate that your duvet is machine washable, use enzyme-free detergent. This is also known as down detergent. They go by many names, but what they have in common is that all are enzyme-free detergents. Using enzyme-free detergent preserves the duvet's beneficial properties, ensuring it remains comfortable and luxurious. Does the duvet have the right certifications? Animal welfare - ethics and environment HOME-TEX sets very high quality standards to ensure our duvets comply with Danish requirements and ensure animal welfare. We only work with suppliers who can document this.
Many of our duvets are produced by Danish suppliers who are among the world's leaders in duvet production. They only produce class 1 goods, which meet or exceed all ethical and environmental requirements. We sell quality duvets from the following suppliers: Høie of Scandinavia, Night and day, TempraKON, Quilts of denmark, Nordic Comfort, By Borg and many more. OEKO-TEX 100 certification All duvets and pillows sold by HOME-TEX have OEKO-TEX standard 100 certification. This set of guidelines ensures that there are no health risks from textiles used close to the skin. This certification ensures that the products are made without harmful chemicals. Prevent allergies with down duvets Most of the duvets and pillows we sell meet the European NOMITE certification, which guarantees that the down products are free from house dust mites. Additionally, the fabric is so tightly woven that house dust mites cannot penetrate it.  See our extensive selection of duvets here |
