Comforters

Bed covers are at least as important for sleeping comfort as the right mattress or pillow. Because only the perfect interplay of all bed components creates a pleasant feeling of relaxation that allows us to fall asleep well and drift off into the land of dreams. Simply let go, enjoy the soothing softness of the bed and pull the cozy comforter over your body. Is there anything better after an exhausting day?

To help you choose the perfect comforter to suit you and your individual sleeping needs, we have summarized all the key points that are important when buying a comforter below. You are sure to find the comforter that suits you and your bed among the many different types, materials and sizes. Regardless of whether you prefer a down, feather or synthetic comforter with a down-free filling.

What properties should a comforter have

The main task of a comforter is to ensure a constant body temperature during sleep. This is because body temperature has a decisive influence on our sleep during the night. If it is too warm or too cold, it keeps us awake. A good comforter must therefore be breathable to prevent the body from overheating and sweating on hot nights. It should also have a temperature-regulating effect so that body heat remains under the comforter on cold days.

<h3>Bedspread, comforter or quilt? 

If you think about comforters, you will come across a wide variety of terms: Comforter, bedspread, bedspread or quilt - what's the difference?

A quilted comforter is a specific type of comforter, often made from synthetic microfibers. A quilted comforter is usually much thinner than a comforter with down filling. Nevertheless, the body temperature can be regulated just as well with a quilted comforter as with a down comforter. This is made possible by the special quilting, which divides the microfiber filling into quilted chambers. Air collects in these chambers, which improves air circulation in the bed and ensures a pleasant feel-good climate.

<h4>All-season comforter  - or summer and winter comforter?

Too warm or too cold? Our perception of warmth varies depending on the season. The requirements for comforters also vary depending on the season. This is why there are special summer and winter comforters, which differ in terms of filling quantity, quilting and filling material depending on the type.

<h4>Summer comforter - refreshingly light

A summer comforter with a light filling is beneficial in spring and warm summer. A low filling volume ensures that it doesn't get too hot under the comforter. Summer comforters are problematic in changeable weather, temperature fluctuations and sudden cold spells. A summer comforter is then sometimes not enough to provide the level of warmth required for a restful night's sleep.

<h4>Winter comforter - voluminous and warm

A good winter comforter has up to three times the filling volume of a summer comforter. On cold days, it provides cozy warmth and ensures that body heat remains under the warm comforter and does not escape into the cool room. A winter comforter is a good choice if you get cold easily and like to stay warm and cozy under a thick comforter.

<h4>All-season comforter - an all-rounder for every season

An all-season comforter or 4-season comforter is the universal and affordable solution for every season. Instead of having different comforters for the summer and winter seasons, an all-season comforter keeps you snug all year round. It ensures a well-tempered bed at any room temperature.</p

<p>With an optimally balanced filling of temperature-regulating materials, the 4-season comforter creates an optimally regulated sleeping climate in the bed system - without sweating or frostbite. No matter whether it's warm or cold outside. Under the comforter, it is always as warm as the room temperature and your personal sense of warmth require.</p

<p>An all-season comforter eliminates the need to buy different comforters for summer and winter. This saves space in the wardrobe and is easy on the household budget.

Bed comforters are available with a variety of different fillings. The most popular comforter filling materials include down feathers and synthetic fibers, which are often also referred to as synthetic fibers or microfibers. By dispensing with down and feathers, comforters with microfibers are particularly animal-friendly and sustainable. In addition, microfiber comforters are significantly cheaper than expensive down comforters, without sacrificing comfort.

<h4>Bed comforters with down filling

A comforter with down filling is characterized by good thermal insulation. A down comforter is therefore ideal for people who get cold quickly and like to stay as warm as possible in bed. The soft feathers ensure a cozy sleeping comfort, a low blanket weight and a voluminous feel.

Advantages of down as a comforter filling:

• Good heat regulation
• Lightweight
• Breathable
• Natural
• Voluminous

Bed comforters with microfiber filling

Bed comforters with a synthetic microfiber filling are particularly versatile and significantly cheaper than a natural comforter with down or feather filling. They are ideal for allergy sufferers as the material is hypoallergenic and particularly skin-friendly. Thanks to the excellent material properties, a comforter with microfiber filling is snug, temperature-regulating and easy to care for.

<h4>Advantages of microfiber as a comforter filling:</h4

• Hypoallergenic
• Moisture-regulating
• Breathable
• Lightweight
• Easy-care
• Durable
• Versatile
• Pet-friendly
• Durable
• Price-effective

Bed comforters for allergy sufferers

Do you suffer from an allergy? Then make sure that the comforter is at least washable at 40 degrees and suitable for tumble drying. Comforters with microfiber filling are particularly easy to care for and can be washed in the washing machine without any worries about the material and sleeping comfort. This only applies to a limited extent to comforters with down or feather filling, as down easily clumps together during the washing process.</p

An important criterion when choosing a comforter, alongside the filling material, is the size. Various factors must be taken into account to ensure that the comforter fits you perfectly, for example your height, the size of your bed, your sleeping comfort requirements and whether you will be using the comforter alone or as a couple.

<hr />

Rule of thumb for the right comforter size:  

Body size + at least 20 cm

If you are particularly tall, you should opt for a comforter in the comfort size 155 x 220 cm. The comfortable length guarantees good sleeping comfort in all sleeping positions without leaving your feet or parts of your upper body uncovered while you sleep. For people up to around 180 cm tall, the standard size 135 x 200 cm is sufficient.

<h4>What sizes of comforter are there?

Standard size 135 x 200 cm

The standard size for comforters is 135 x 200 cm. It is recommended from a body height of around 180 cm and can be used for both single and double beds.

<h4>A 135 x 200 cm comforter is ideal for:

• Single sleepers and singles in a single bed
• Couples with separate comforters in a double bed
• Children and teenagers

Comfort size 155 x 220 cm

Comfort size 155 x 220 comforters are becoming increasingly popular because they allow a lot of freedom of movement during sleep. And that's important for a good night's sleep. Would you have known? Everyone has a preferred sleeping position. Nevertheless, we change our sleeping position up to 80 times a night. If the comforter is too short, this can lead to your feet sticking out at the end of the comforter. With a comfort-sized comforter, you can change your sleeping position as often as you like without your feet or upper body "lacking a blanket".

<h4>A 155 x 220 cm comforter is ideal for:

• Couples in a double bed who prefer to share a duvet
• Large and tall people
• People who frequently change their sleeping position

Luxury size 240 x 200 cm

With the increasing popularity of box spring beds, comforters in the luxury size of 240 x 200 cm have also found an ever-growing following. The extra-large comforters are not just decorative. They also allow you to cuddle up close under a comforter without having to pull your partner's comforter away.

<h4>A 240 x 220 cm comforter is ideal for:

• Box spring beds
• Bed sizes with an oversized format
• People who love a voluminous sleeping experience 

If you are looking for a high-quality comforter in the most popular sizes at an affordable price, then Matratzen Discount is the right place for you.