Be it winter or summer, a good duvet will do wonders for your sleep quality – so, today we're on the hunt for the best wool duvets on the market!
Duvets come in all shapes and sizes and choosing the correct duvet filling can seem a tad intimidating at first. For example, if you're looking for a good winter duvet, should you look among the synthetic duvets or is a down duvet your ideal choice?
Today we hope to ease some of the confusion by looking at one duvet filling in particular – wool. So, if you were wondering how to keep yourself warm this winter or whether the best wool duvet can provide you with the good night's sleep you've been missing, this is the article for you!
Our top picks
If you don't feel like reading and just want to know which are the best duvets on the market, here are some recommendations! We're going to start the list off with our favourite wool duvet that you can get in the UK, and then we'll move on to some alternatives that you can also consider.
And just to make sure that you know exactly what you're putting into your shopping cart, we've provided an in-depth review for all of the products featured! And if you stick around until the end, you can learn why a wool duvet might be the perfect choice for you.
Best Overall: Chatsworth Deluxe Washable Wool Duvet
If you want to keep warm this winter and have a duvet that's all-natural, this is the pick for you.
Best Overall
First off, this duvet features 100% organic and traceable wool as the duvet filling, meaning that you get all the perks high-quality wool usually offers. So, temperature regulation is top notch and the duvet even wicks away any excess moisture that might develop during the night.
On top of this, the Chatsworth Collection Washable Wool duvet also sports a 100% cotton cover that further amps the breathability and feels soft to the touch. Not to mention that it's also a naturally hypoallergenic material.
And if you still weren't sold on this duvet, just know that it's also machine washable. So, maintenance is honestly as easy as it gets. Sure, it might not be as fluffy as feather duvets but it's still a premium product!
Features a 100% wool filling and a 100% cotton cover.
Easy maintenance
The duvet is machine washable.
Extremely warm
Easily keeps you warm through the coldest nights
Disadvantages
Expensive
A bit more expensive than similar duvets.
A bit bland
Not as stylish as some synthetic duvet.
A bit stiff
Compared to feather duvets, it's a bit less fluff.
Best All-Season: Β New Zeland Mitchel Wool Duvet
If you want to sleep like royalty year-round, this is the perfect duvet for you!
Best All-Season
The thing that we love about the New Zeland Mitchel Wool Duvet is that it gives you so many options. It comes in different sizes and different TOG levels, with even 2-in-1 wool duvets being on the menu!
And the beauty of a 2-in-1 all-seasons wool duvet is that you're truly set for the entire year.
Not only can you use the 4.5 TOG when it's hot, the 9 when it's chilly, and combine the two when it's cold, but wool is also naturally amazing at temperature regulation.
And like most of the wool duvets on this list, it also has a cotton cover, so you have no worries on that front either.
Our only major gripe is that certain sizes seem to be sold out quite frequently.
If you don't like the all-seasons model, just choose a different one.
Disadvantages
Not all sizes are available
Some of the sizes are sold out somewhat frequently.
More expensive than similar products
It is more expensive than similar products.
Best Value: Fogarty Temperature Regulating Wool Duvet
If you want to keep your body temperature up and your expenses down, this is the duvet for you!
Best Value
Most of the time, wool duvets are going to cost you a pretty penny. After all, when compared to micofibre duvets, wool duvets are considered premium.
However, if you go for the Fogarty Temperature Regulating Wool Duvet, you get the best of both worlds!
Even the Super King size is under 90 pounds while the quality is still more than excellent.
You still get a nice cotton cover with a pretty high thread count (233) and the duvet is machine-washable, so keeping it clean isn't difficult.
Latly, this duvet is OEKO-TEX certified and the wool is WOOLMARK certified. So, you can rest assured that everything is up to code, ethical, and high-quality!
Given the materials used, the duvet is reasonably priced.
Disadvantages
Not for harsh winter
This is an all-seasons duvet and isn't warm enough for harsh winters.
Best for Hot Sleepers: Woolroom Classic Wool Duvet – Light
If you live in a hotter climate or somehow manage to end up sweating even during winter, this is the duvet for you!
Best for Hot Sleepers
As we've mentioned, wool is the champ of temperature regulation! However, if you're a hot sleepers, a 14 TOG duvet is going to make you sweat regardless of how hard it tries to regulate your body heat.
However, Woolroom has you covered! With a TOG rating of about 2-5, this is one of the lightest duvets we've ever seen.
And we mean that both in terms of its actual weight (just 1-2kg), and the feeling you get when you're under one of these duvets.
Plus, if you haven't noticed, Woolroom doesn't mess around when it comes to quality. The wool is traceable and all-natural, you get a short but sweet sleep trial, and an Allergy UK Seal of Approval!
However, since it doesn't come with a cover, and wool can't be machine-washed, keeping it clean is a tad more difficult.
You'll likely still need a beefier duvet for winter.
More difficult to wash
There's no cover and you can't just machine wash the duvet.
Best for Children: Organic Washable Wool Kids Duvet
If you're looking for a wool duvet for your little bundle of joy, this should be your number one pick!
Best for Children
A lot of parents like to be extra careful when it comes to getting bedding for their little ones, as you don't want any nasty chemicals or potential allergens to be around them.
And in that sense, this duvet is perfect.
Not only is it naturally hypoallergenic and certified but it also uses completely organic wool.
Plus, it comes with a few extra features that you're sure to love.
For example, it's top-tier when it comes to moisture-whicking. So, any accidents that might occur during the night are less likely to cause any damage.
Plus, the duvet only has a TOG rating of 3-6, meaning that the kids can stay nice and cool throughout the night.
No need to worry about allergies or nasty chemicals.
Disadvantages
Will be outgrown
If you get the cot size, the kids will likely outgrow the duvet in a few years.
Before you buy the best wool duvets
Before we get into the meat and potatoes of finding the best wool duvet, let's first establish whether a wool duvet is the right choice for you. Although it does possess some amazing qualities, it might not be the ideal choice for everyone.
For example,Β if having a fluffy duvet is your number one priority, then you'd be better off with a down duvet. This is because a wool filling makes for a heavier duvet plus it's a lot firmer than down or goose feather. So, keep that in mind before getting a wool-filled duvet.
Secondly, if your budget is very tight, the best duvet for you is probably in the synthetic section. Since they're easier to mass-produce, synthetic duvets are generally a bit cheaper, as premium materials tend to come with a premium price. Nevertheless, we suggest looking at microfibre duvets if you're looking for a reasonably priced synthetic duvet that can keep you warm.
Lastly, although wool makes for an excellent temperature-regulating duvet, there are even cooler options on the market. So, if you're only looking for a summer duvet, you'd probably get a better night's sleep looking for a lighter duvet.
What to consider when buying the best wool duvets
Okay, if you're still with us, that means you've decided that wool duvets are the perfect choice for you. So, let's go over some of the features you should look out for when shopping for the best wool duvet and explain why they're so important.
Outer cover
Duvet covers can often be overlooked but trust us, they're essential for a good night's sleep. This is because they're in direct contact with your skin and impact the breathability of your duvet to a significant degree.
So, what should you look for? First off, since wool duvets are natural duvets, we suggest looking for a natural cover as well – especially if you're environmentally conscious. A bamboo cover will likely do you the most good, as they're also extremely breathable, but organic cotton can do the job as well.
And while most of the best duvets already come with hypoallergenic covers, it never hurts to check. After all, an anti-allergy duvet is pointless when placed inside a cover that's prone to attract dust mites. And if you want to learn more about duvet covers, we have the perfect article for you!
Anti-allergic certificates
As we've mentioned previously, wool fibres are a natural material. And just like all natural fibres, they keep your allergies at bay and make it difficult for bacteria and dust mites to form in or on the duvet.
Nevertheless, seeking out a duvet with the appropriate anti-allergic certificates is always a good idea as you want to be 100% certain – especially if the duvet is going to be used by allergy sufferers.
Plus, you can also look out for certifications like the Oeko-Tex badge for added security, as you'll then know that everything was done up to code. And if you want to be as ethical as possible, you can also look towards brands such as The Wool Room which use completely traceable wool as well – so that you know the animals have a certain level of protection.
Sizing and TOG
Lastly, let's talk about the sizing and the TOG. When it comes to size, it's pretty simple. Whether you have a Single, Double, King or Super King mattress, you can find a duvet of the same size. Just make sure that you're looking at a duvet and not a comforter, as the two differ slightly.
When it comes to the TOG rating, it just describes how warm the duvet is going to be. So, if you live in a warmer climate, don't go for a duvet with a TOG rating of 13 or above. And if you want to know more about how the TOG scale works, we have an article on that very topic.
However, we will point out that wool is generally quite forgiving when it comes to TOG. This is because it easily maintains its own little micro-climate and regulates the temperature accordingly. In fact, if you're sharing a wool duvet with a partner, it can even feel like a split TOG duvet at times.
Of course, a proper dual TOG duvet is going to be a lot more precise but the point is that wool can generally suit your needs even if you miss the mark when it comes to the TOG rating.
Tips for buying and using a wool duvet
If you want the cliff notes of everything we've said so far, here it is! Make sure that you get a breathable cover so that the wool can maintain good temperature regulation. Check whether a wool duvet is actually ideal for you. And gauge approximately what TOG rating would suit your needs.
Get a breathable cover
Make sure wool is a good choice for you
Determine which TOG rating you need
The advantages of owning the best wool duvet
Now that we presented you with so many wool alternative duvets, you might be tempted to overlook wool after all. However, you should keep in mind what you're missing. After all, wool is one of the best materials when it comes to temperature regulation. Not to mention that it also wicks away moisture and is usually a bit heavier – making you feel nice and snug.
One of the best in terms of temperature regulation
Wicks away excess moisture
Provides a nice, snug feeling
Conclusion
And that's all you need to know to find the best wool duvets on the UK market! As you can tell, we're big fans of wool duvets at The Sleep Advisors. They're amazing at temperature regulation, mositure-whicking, and maintaining a hypoallergenic sleeping space.
So, we hope that you find the perfect wool duvet for you and sleep like a champ. And if you have any questions, either check out the FAQ section or ask away in the comment section.
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FAQs about wool duvets
As promised, let's quickly go over some of the most common questions people have about wool duvets.
Are wool duvets good for winter?
Absolutely! Wool makes for an excellent isolator and can make the harshest of winters seem rather cosy.
How do I wash my wool duvet?
Although some wool duvets are machine-washable, check the care label to be certain. Some wool duvets might not have to be washed at all, as wool stays clean for a long time.
How long do wool duvets last?
Wool duvets are generally rather durable, potentially even lasting a lifetime if cared for properly. However, we suggest swapping them out every 5-10 years.
A CPD certified Sleep Consultant with more than 2000 hours of research into all the different ways we can get a great night's sleep. As a former insomniac, I know how difficult life can be without a nightly recovery and I love that I get to share everything I've learned with you all.
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