7 Guidelines To Help You Choose The Best Quilt For A Peaceful Sleep
At the end of a tiring day, everyone requires a peaceful sleep and an essential part of that are the mattress, pillows and the quilt. The comfort level of these components will decide how well a person sleeps. Since Australia has an average temperature of 60 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the year, quilts are an excellent option to sleep in. There are many kinds of quilts, such as Australian wool quilts, cotton quilts and more, and it can be difficult for someone to choose, so here is a buying guide to help you choose the best quilt for yourself:
Size of the Quilt
Purchase a blanket or duvet that will cover your entire bed (single, double, queen or king). When choosing a quilt or doona, some experts recommend selecting a size larger than your bed, especially if you and your spouse tend to fight over the bedclothes.
Quilts are enclosed in one of two primary ways: channelled or boxed. You can rearrange the stuffing by compressing or forcing it down the channels with your hands according to your warming requirements because the channels are stitched in straight lines from top to bottom. Boxed quilts are stitched into smaller squares, so the filling is more equally spread for you.
Loft
The loft of a quilt or doona refers to its density or ‘fluffiness’. There are two types of quilts: one thin and one heavy. The higher the loft, the more fluffy and airy the doona will be.
- For example, a light loft of 300 GSM would equal two blankets.
- 450 GSM, or three blankets, is the equivalent of a high loft.
- It is comparable to 500 GSM or five blankets of super loft insulation.
Filling
If you’re looking for a doona or an Australian wool quilt, it’s essential to know what’s inside of them. Ultimately, how comfortably you sleep depends on how effectively your blanket controls your body temperature. Unfortunately, fillings can also trigger allergies, so pick wisely.
Australian Wool Quilt
As far as high loft quilts go, wool is a classic. In addition to providing warmth and insulation, wool produces an ideal microclimate for regulating body temperature and humidity. As a result, it’s a beautiful option for couples that have different body temperature requirements.
Since wool is not inherently hypoallergenic, allergy and asthma patients should check to see if the filling has been treated to address this issue. Wet cleaning is the only way to clean wool quilts. Before purchasing, make sure to read the care instructions.
Feather
Many people tend to choose soft, fluffy duck feathers to sleep comfortably and warmly without losing their loft.
A natural insulation down also helps to decrease perspiration. Feathers and down are commonly used in the making of quilts – the more down in your quilt or doona, the softer, lighter, and warmer your quilt or doona. These quilts are generally boxed to keep the down uniformly dispersed throughout the fabric.
Similar to down, feather blankets and doonas seem heavier. However, individuals who suffer from allergies are known for their warmth and cosiness.
Cotton
Cotton allows you to sleep cooler in the summer or hotter regions with its ability to absorb moisture. In addition, because it is a natural fibre, it is easy to machine wash.
Synthetic
Fabrics created from synthetic fibres, such as polyester and microfibres, are manufactured by humans. Low maintenance and high loft make polyester popular. Microfibre is more delicate than polyester and has a similar feel to down.
Quilts made of synthetic materials are easy to wash in the washing machine, and they dry quickly if you plan to do a lot of cleaning. Besides being hypoallergenic and odourless, they are soft and lofty. In general, synthetic fibres are less expensive than natural fibres, but they don’t last as long.
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