Ultimate Guide to Duvet Covers and Sets

Before you get started and buy the first duvet cover set that you   like, the first thing you should consider is which material to   choose.

Much depends on comfort and personal preference, but there are many   other reasons to choose one material over another, such as:   Breathabilitybe easy to   wash and   durability.

cotton

Durable, washable at high temperatures and   comfortableCotton is a popular natural choice.  Available in a wide variety of thread   counts, look for higher numbers for a tighter weave and a   superior finish.

Many people prefer the breathability of cotton over   synthetic fabrics;;    It’s also worth noting that cotton is an affordable   option.

Benefits:

• Natural fabric.
• Breathable.
• Durable and long lasting.
• Easy maintenance.
• Affordable.

Disadvantage:

• Superior Egyptian cotton comforters can be expensive.
• Can crease easily after washing.

Silk

Silk bedding is synonymous with   luxury.

While it is natural and a great hypoallergenic   choiceit is extremely expensive and difficult to   wash.  While some people   like the silky texture, others find it less appealing.

Benefits:

• Naturally.
• Hypoallergenic.
• Children on the skin and hair.

Disadvantage:

• Expensive.
• Must be washed by hand or on a silk program with special   detergent.

Polyester / polyester   blends

When polyester is used on its own it can be a little scratchy on   your skin, so you often see it as a mixture.    It is a artificial substance that is generally   inexpensive.  It does   need to be washed at lower temperatures than cotton, but it tends to do so stay   wrinkle-free.

Avoid ironing B. Polyester is a   synthetic material that can melt.    Polyester is less durable than cotton and can attract   pet hair and lint.  It   can also irritate sensitive   skin.

Benefits:

• Wrinkles are not as strong as cotton.
• Inexpensive.
• Machine washable.

Disadvantage:

• May attract lint and pet hair.
• Prone to pilling.
• May irritate sensitive skin.

linen

Linen bedding has grown in popularity in recent years as people   turn to natural fabrics.  While linen   is durable and breathable, it takes a long time   to soften and Wrinkles very easily.

It’s expensive too;    However, since it can take many, many years The price   can often be justified.

Benefits:

• Extremely durable.
• Breathable.
• Natural fabric.
• Hypoallergenic.

Disadvantage:

• Expensive.
• Wrinkles.
• New bed linen takes a while to soften.