What is the best fabric for a duvet cover?

 

It is not always easy to make the right choice given the wide variety of textiles available in supermarkets and specialised stores.

Is it better to choose a duvet cover made from synthetic fibres, cotton, linen, percale or silk?

Sylvie Thiriez, a home linen expert for nearly 40 years, sheds light on the fabrics to prioritise when purchasing a new duvet cover.

 

 

What are the advantages of a cotton duvet cover?

 

 

 

Our brand, specialised in the design and distribution of home linen, gives pride of place to 57-thread-count cotton duvet covers.

 

This natural fabric offers many advantages at a reasonable price. Unlike synthetic models, a cotton duvet cover is breathable: it keeps your body warm during autumn and winter and cool in spring and summer.

 

A 100% cotton version is recommended for children's bedding. Cotton duvet covers are resistant to stains and frequent washing and are easy to care for (machine washable and tumble dry).

 

They are therefore perfectly suited for regular use. To top it all off, they are both soft and comfortable!

 

For even more softness, consider choosing a washed cotton duvet cover, a fabric with a naturally relaxed, slightly crinkled look.

 

 

 

 

 

What are the advantages of a linen duvet cover?

 

 

A true ally for warm summer nights, linen promotes air circulation and helps regulate body temperature. It is an excellent choice for a master bedroom or guest room bedding set.

 

Our linen models are available in several natural shades and add a chic touch to your bedroom. It is also an environmentally friendly choice: linen is a renewable natural fibre, grown using sustainable methods.

 

Highly resistant to wear, a linen duvet cover will accompany you for many years.

 

Do you have sensitive skin or suffer from allergies?

Skin-friendly and hypoallergenic, linen is the fabric you need!

 

 

 

What are the advantages of a percale duvet cover?

 

 

Made from cotton and featuring a tight plain weave, percale has a soft, crisp feel and a smooth, elegant appearance.

 

A percale duvet cover is ideal for warmer seasons as it is both lightweight and breathable.

 

Like linen, percale is hypoallergenic and suitable for sleepers prone to allergies.

 

You can also opt for a washed percale model to wrap yourself in a cloud of softness.

 

Naturally crinkled, washed percale offers a highly aesthetic finish. Another significant advantage: it does not require ironing!

 

 

 

What are the advantages of a silk duvet cover

 

If you are looking for a refined model for a wedding or birthday gift, or simply to treat yourself, a silk duvet cover is an excellent choice.

 

This premium fabric offers lightness, comfort and softness. It has a supple, delicate feel and thermoregulating properties, leaving a pleasant sensation of freshness on the skin.

 

It is known for its excellent moisture absorption capabilities, making it a great ally for people who tend to sweat at night.

 

Thanks to its silky texture and the presence of amino acids in its composition, silk offers numerous benefits to sleepers: soft, supple and shiny hair in the morning, hydrated skin that fully benefits from applied skincare, reduced wrinkles…

 

Add to this the elegant shiny appearance of a silk duvet cover, its durability and wrinkle resistance, and there is no doubt: it is an excellent investment!

 

Your turn: you now have all the information you need to choose the most suitable fabric for your new duvet cover! So, are you more team cotton, linen, silk or percale?

 

 

 

 

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