How to Rate Down Alternative Fill Comforters
- 1). Rate comforters considering how much warmth you would like them to provide. Silk and wool are warmer, while polyester and synthetic provide less warmth.
- 2). Rate comforters based on weight. Wool, synthetic and polyester are all lightweight. Silk is even lighter, comparable to a summer blanket or coverlet.
- 3). Rate comforters based on how you would like to clean them. Silk and wool must be dry cleaned. Polyester comforters and some synthetics can be machine washed.
- 4). Rate comforters based on price. Polyester and synthetic are less expensive than silk and wool.
- 5). Rate comforters based on health benefits. Silk comforters are mold- and mite-resistant and wick away moisture, benefiting people who suffer from a range of conditions including asthma, allergies and rheumatism. Wool comforters regulate body temperature, helping to keep your heart rate steady and are naturally non-allergenic. Synthetic and polyester are both hypoallergenic but may contain more chemicals, affecting long-term health.