Duvet Covers Guide

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Just What is a Duvet Cover?

Since a feather filled comforter can be hard to clean, duvet covers are important to help keep your bedding smelling and looking its best.  Duvet covers are just a fabric bag into which the duvet is placed.  Some fold over at the end.  Others have fasteners, like snaps, to keep the duvet in place.  No matter which type you have, once the duvet is in its cover, it's hard to notice.  If the cover gets dirty, just take it off and pop it in the wash.  Having multiple duvet covers allows you to change the look of your bed without redecorating, and since your duvet itself can last for decades, it'll save you money in the long run.

What is a Duvet?

A duvet is a type of bedding, traditionally a flat bag full or feathers or down. It's used on the bed as a blanket, often without sheets or other coverings. Originally, duvets came from France, and were made from eiderdown, which comes from the Eider duck.  This down is particularly fluffy and warm.  You may also see a duvet called a doona or a continental quilt. 

While these covers aren't as popular in the United States, they're still common in Europe.  Cold areas are particularly prone to use duvets, since they offer great insulating power without being too heavy, as multiple layers of blankets may be. However, this doesn't mean that they can't be used in warmer climates, too.  The soft, fluffy duvet won't trap heat or feel heavy while you're sleeping, making it more comfortable to sleep under than blankets in some climates.  While duvets are most common in Scandinavia and other parts of northern Europe, they've grown in popularity over the past century, and can now often be found in places like Canada, the northern Midwest US, and other places known for their cold winters.  A duvet means that making the bed gets a lot simpler.  Since you only have to smooth a single layer, it's hard to end up with a wrinkled or unattractive bed. 

Confusion of Terms

In the US, you may see duvet and comforter covers listed as duvets.  Several large companies use this terminology.  While this isn't strictly correct, it is a common usage and something to be aware of when you go shopping.  In Europe, any heavy, warm blanket is sometimes called a duvet – not just those that are filled with feathers.  Just be sure that you're getting the type of "duvet" you expect when making your purchase, especially when making use of mail order catalogs or ordering online.  Look for real, high quality down filling, and buy in person if possible.  A duvet is a big investment, but also will last you for many years of delicious, comfortable sleep.

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