Best Duvet Insert

A duvet insert is a great way to add comfort and luxury to your bed. It allows you to change the feel of your bedding by simply changing out the insert, rather than buying all new sheets or a new duvet cover every time.

What Is A Duvet Insert?

A duvet insert is the fluffy layer of down or feathers inside your duvet cover.

A duvet insert also goes by other names:

Duvet Inner
Duvet Insert
Duvet Top

How To Choose The Best Duvet Insert?

Before you start shopping for the best duvet insert, it's important to know what you're looking for. Here are some of the most important things to consider:

Size. The size of your duvet insert is one of the most important factors in determining how warm and comfortable it will be when sleeping under its covers. Most standard bedding sizes run between 80-inch (203cm) wide and 86-inches (218cm) long.

Fill material/fiber content measurement (down vs wool). Duvets come in two main types: down and wool - though there are also synthetic options as well if neither appeals!

Fill Material

The fill material is what provides the warmth in your duvet insert. If a duvet insert has down or feather as its primary fill, it will be lightweight and fluffy. Down is the soft feathers found under the outer layer of waterfowl such as ducks and geese, while feather can come from any bird that molts their feathers like parrots and turkeys.

Down Filled

Down feathers are light and fluffy, which makes them an excellent insulator. They're also warm, soft and breathable—perfect for curling up under a duvet on a chilly night. The down insert is the best option for people who live in colder climates or want something that will be comfortable year-round.

Duvet Fill Level

Next, you’ll need to match the fill level of your duvet insert with the cover. A high-quality all-season down comforter will have a higher fill level than an all-season synthetic comforter. The higher the fill level, the more “fluffy” and luxurious it will feel when you lay on it at night.

Duvet Sizes

If you have a king-size bed, for example, then you will need a king-size duvet insert to fit it properly. If you don't already have an appropriate-sized duvet insert for this purpose (and most people do not), then we recommend getting one with the following dimensions: 86" x 86", 104" x 86", 116" x 86".

Lightweight

Before you run out and buy a lightweight duvet insert, there are a few things to keep in mind. The first is that it's best used in summer months. While these types of duvet inserts are still warm enough for winter use, they're not as good at keeping you insulated from the chilly air as down or wool inserts would be.

Hypoallergenic

The down is hypoallergenic, so it won't trigger allergic reactions in people who are sensitive to down. The duvet insert is also machine washable, which makes it easy to clean.

A Duvet Insert That Matches The Size Of Your Cover

A duvet insert should be at least two inches larger than the cover. This will ensure that it can be folded inside the cover without being too tight. If you have a king-size bed, you may want to consider getting a large duvet insert that would fit well on a queen-size bed as well.