Is there anything better than crawling under a warm duvet on a cold, grey winter evening? Hardly. But let's be honest: how often does this feel-good moment end abruptly because the blanket isn't as cosy as you'd hoped? Maybe you suddenly get cold because you're only half-covered, or , like so many couples, you fight against your partner's nightly "blanket raid". Yes, life is hard. But your duvet shouldn't be.
So, how do you find that one blanket that provides nightly happy moments instead of sabotaging them? Here are a few thoughts that might solve the duvet dilemma.

The matter of size: if you're cold, it's your own fault
First of all: size is important - at least when it comes to duvets. The rule of thumb is that the duvet should be at least 30 centimetres longer than you are. And yes, if you are taller than 1.80 metres, the standard two-metre duvet does not belong in your household. That's because it gets tight and suddenly your feet are hanging out while you're half asleep trying to push the duvet towards the foot end. That's no way to live. Reach for a 2.20 metre long duvet and your toes will thank you for it.
Summer, winter or all-season miracle?
People are different. Some tear open the window in the middle of January because ‘fresh air’ is supposedly better. Others shuffle into bed with a hot water bottle and wear thermal underwear. If you know which type you are, it's easier to choose the right duvet.
Do you like it breezy? Then a summer duvet is your best friend. Do you freeze just thinking about winter? Get the thickest down duvet you can find - the winter jumper among duvets, so to speak. But if that's all too complicated for you, you can also buy an all-season duvet. It's like a good all-rounder: not too warm, not too cold, but just right. Honestly, that sounds tempting, doesn't it?
Down or synthetic fibres? A question of faith
Ah, the eternal debate: should you go for a down duvet or opt for synthetic fibres after all? People suffering from allergies in particular often feel unsure about down because the word ‘mites’ comes up faster than you can say ‘good night’. But here comes the surprise: down duvets are often the better choice - even for those with allergies!
Why? Because high-quality down duvets release the moisture that mites love so much directly to the outside. In addition, high-quality duvets such as those from Falkenreck are so finely and densely woven that no mite has even the slightest chance of penetrating. Skin particles that serve as a snack for the little beasts? They don't even get in. And if something does get in: Put the blanket in the washing machine. Problem solved.
Why down is the better choice
Down is simply unbeatable. They are light, they keep you warm and they provide the perfect sleeping climate. No synthetic fibre in the world can compete with it. They are also breathable, temperature-regulating and simply wonderfully cosy. So if you really want comfort and sustainability, go for a natural duvet - preferably with a high-quality down filling.
Conclusion: The blanket makes the night
A good duvet is no small thing. It determines whether you wake up fresh and rested in the morning or feel like a crumpled cactus. Whether light and airy or warm and cosy - the right duvet is like your best friend who accompanies you through every night. So, treat yourself to something good. After all, we spend a third of our lives in bed. And it should be as cosy as possible.
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