Get to know the bedding basics.
Pulling together a polished look for a bedroom starts withbedding.
The ensemble of sheets, blankets, and shams sets the tone for your space.
Credit:Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Liz Strong
Get to know the basics of bedding before shopping to choose the right style.
For instance, often used interchangeably, duvets and comforters are actually two different things.
Here, we’ll break down the details.
Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Liz Strong
What Is A Duvet Cover?
Duvets are available in different weights, providing bedding options for different seasons.
Sometimes referred to as a duvet insert, this soft bedding is similar to a comforter.
Think of a duvet cover as a giant pillowcase for a duvet insert.
A duvet cover is a protective, removable sleeve that keeps an insert clean.
It’s easy to remove and wash.
Similar to sheets, duvet covers are usually thinner linen material.
Wash the duvet cover as regularly as you would a top sheet.
Benefits Of Using A Duvet
There are several benefits to using a duvet.
Since the duvet cover protects the duvetor duvet insertit is easier to keep clean.
Washing the cover becomes similar to laundering a sheet after removing it from the duvet.
Finally, a duvet cover creates a neat aesthetic as it has less overhang on the bed.
It requires less frequent washings than the cover.
It’s usually white, and you won’t be able to see it inside the duvet cover.
Duvets are typically more expensive because you purchase the insert and cover separately.
The duvet is light, airy, and stuffed more than a comforter, making it a warmer option.
A comforter is a thicker, quilted, fluffy blanket used as the warmest top layer of bedding.
If you’re looking for an option that helps make up the bed a breeze, choose a comforter.
Comforters are often flat and, depending on the filling might be too warm or cold for your preferences.
How To Choose A Duvet
Pickduvet insertsbased on fill material.
Allergy-prone sleepers should go with a down alternative, with a hypoallergenic synthetic filling.
Fill power refers to the loftiness and fluffiness of the duvet.
The higher the fill power, the lighter and more insulating the duvet will beand usually higher quality.
Here’s how to make your bed using a duvet insert and cover:
