Silentnight Anti Allergy King-Size Duvet 10.5 Tog - All Year Round Winter Quilt Duvet Anti-Bacterial and Machine Washable - King-Size Bed

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We asked duvet owners whether they felt buying one helped. One third felt their anti-allergic or hypoallergenic duvet had made a fair difference to allergy symptoms and around one in five felt it helped just a little.

More than a third of Which? members surveyed choose feather and down duvets, making it the second-most popular option. These lightweight, cosy duvets retain heat well but still help you to avoid overheating. Plus, if cared for properly, they will last much longer than synthetic fibre alternatives. Some duvets come in 'four-seasons' or 'all-seasons' sets. With these you get one light duvet (usually about 3.5 tog) and one heavier one (usually about 10.5 tog). The light one will be enough in hot summer months, and the heavy one suits spring and autumn weather. When you need extra warmth in winter, you can combine both. Standard UK duvet sizes That said, personally, we think 13.5 tog remains one of the best winter duvet weights, with some finding 15 tog can retain heat a little too much during the night and lead to overheating.Don't buy it if: the price makes your eyes water. As well as being the softest duvet fill, down is also the most expensive fill, and 90% Hungarian goose-down is pretty much the best quality you can get. If you're a hot sleeper or suffer from night sweats then you might find down too warm; opt for a more breathable wool-filled duvet instead to avoid overheating. And, if you're vegan, then the feather and down fill won't be for you. Emily Attwood, founder of sleep-brand scooms agrees, ''We’d always advise a 9 tog to 13.5 tog for the winter months as this is ideal and will keep you warm. If your house is always on the warmer side, then a 9 tog duvet would probably suit you better throughout the winter months, and you wouldn’t want to go any higher. This will prevent you from overheating which can disrupt your sleep.' Long thought of as the Holy Grail of duvet fillings, down creates a plump, squishy and super soft duvet.However, that luxury feel comes with a luxury price tag to match.

Hypoallergenic means that the actual material and filling of the duvet isn't made of a known potential allergen, like feathers or wool. But other allergens, mainly dust mites, can still develop on these types of duvets. The Panda Cloud duvet filling is an equal mix of bamboo fibres and nano microfibre. Bamboo is naturally antibacterial material that helps to protect against skin irritation and allergies making suitable for those who suffer from skin conditions such as eczema, sensitive skin and even hay fever caused by dust mites. This duvet is naturally hypoallergenic & antibacterial because of the organic bamboo used. Oldkiln Super Cosy, Super Light. The duvet is Lightweight and very soft and cosy. Absolutely what we wanted. It is however, slippy when you sit on it. But the Pros outweigh the cons, we’re very satisfied.Buy it if: you're looking for the very best duvet for a great night's sleep. This wool-filled duvet is an investment, but we've tried and tested some of the best winter duvets on the market, and in our opinion, this is the cream of the crop. It's the warmest we've come across, keeping our testers warm and toasty throughout the night without any of the overheating or night sweats that occurred with other high tog options. That's thanks to the naturally thermoregulating properties of wool that allow moisture to escape whilst still providing insulation. Handmade in Yorkshire using 100% traceable British Cheviot wool and certified organic cotton this is also a great eco-friendly option, with wool completely biodegradable. Cons: More expensive than hollowfibre, has to be professionally laundered, some people can be allergic to the filling

It is a 3 layer design, with the top layer is made from BCI cotton (Better Cotton Initiative) with a Stratos® finish. Stratos which is inspired by phase-change technology to regulate your body heat. The inner core is made from Aerelle® fibre that includes semiconducting materials to actively draw heat away and is also hypoallergenic, so it's unlikely to cause any allergic reactions. Finally, the bottom cover is the same as the top but with without the Stratos. The duvet cover is a microfibre material which is made to be soft to the touch. In terms of practicality, this anti-allergy duvet is machine washable at up to 40 degrees. The special anti-allergy treatment is developed to remain on the duvet even after washing it. Higher-quality bedding should last longer, but experts recommend changing out your duvet every five years.Anti-allergy means the filling and casing will have been treated to resist and combat the development of dust mites. You might find that this type of duvet is good for you if you have asthma, eczema or rhinitis, all of which could be exacerbated by allergens. First up, it's synthetic fillings. These duvets are filled with manmade fibres, like polyester and polymide that are made from petroleum-based plastics. Spend some time looking for a new duvet and you'll soon realise there are a whole host of duvet fillings available. From hollow fibre to goose down, synthetic to natural, the array of terms and materials can fast become a little overwhelming. After much testing, we think 13.5 tog is best tog duvet for winter, with most of our testers finding 15 tog can retain heat a little too much during the night and lead to overheating.