Outdoor & Garden Ideas
Don't Buy A Down Comforter Until You Read This
If you are thinking of purchasing a down comforter to keep you toasty warm this winter, there are a few things you need to know before you make your purchase.
First of all, if youre confused about what a down comforter is, let me explain. The down filling in a down comforter is the feathers from geese or ducks. Down is a highly desirable stuffing for a comforter because it is very light, holds in body heat while also allowing moisture to escape, and is very soft.
If you are allergic to goose or duck feathers, you may still be able to own a down comforter. Look for a comforter that has down that has been purified, ideally purified several times. The purification process removes the dust and dirt from the down which is what typically bothers most allergy sufferers. But if real down isnt for you, there are some very good synthetic comforters on the market that do a fairly good job of mimicking the fluffiness and softness of a down comforter.
Fill power is a term you need to become familiar with if you are purchasing a down comforter. Fill power directly relates to the amount of warmth you will get from a down comforter and is also an indicator of the quality of the down.
One ounce of down with a fill power of 650 means this: one ounce of that down takes up 650 cubic inches. A down comforter with a fill power of 350 means that once ounce of that down takes up 350 cubic inches. The higher the fill power, the higher the quality of the down and the more warmth it provides. Also, the higher the fill power the more warmth you get with less weight. So higher fill power means more warmth, and more fluffiness while also having a comforter that is lightweight.
You dont necessarily need a high fill power though. It depends on how much warmth you want. If you live in a cold area a high fill power comforter is nice to have in the winter. A lower fill power comforter is nice in the summer or if you live in an area with a warm climate. But Ive found that the 550 down comforter I own is comfortable in both the summer and the winter. And I live in a cooler climate.
You want the down comforter you purchase to having baffling. Baffling holds the down stuffing in place in the comforter and prevents it from shifting around. My first down comforter didnt have fully sealed baffles. The filling shifted and I ended up with a comforter that was thin on one side and extra thick on the other. To find a down a down comforter that wont have filling that shifts look for either baffling where the baffles are sewn through all the way or a comforter that has closed baffles or end-to-end baffles. If a comforter has closed baffles or end-to-end baffles the package will usually clearly state it.
To keep your down comforter clean, cover it with a duvet cover. A duvet cover is like a cocoon for your comforter. Besides keeping your down comforter cleaner longer, a duvet cover offers you color and decorating options.
When looking at duvet covers and some down comforters you may also notice the term thread count being mentioned frequently. Generally speaking, the higher the thread count, the softer and more luxurious the fabric.
Owning a down comforter is a great little luxury. You dont have to buy the most expensive down comforter to get a great quality product either. And if you take care of your comforter it can last for a long time, making it a good investment.
22 of 21 Review For Chair With Cushion
Sonja ( 2020-Feb-26 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
We absolutely love this styish addition to our garden, looks fabulous, real !ly comfortable and stacks up for easy storage. Highly recommended
Joan ( 2020-Mar-25 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Quality was not as good as experienced with wayfair furniture in the past, so disappointed as one chair wobbles and the materiel used was not like my previous rattan garden furniture purchased. If I can not sort out the wobble will have to return the item. I Have purchased a large amount of items within my home and quality has always been excellent. However, service and delivery was excellent as always
Jamie ( 2021-Feb-22 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Looks lovely in our garden and has provided total protection for all our cushions through several downpours.
Verified Customer ( 2020-Nov-24 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
They were small, but just the right size for my collage wall in the kitchen
Ann ( 2020-Apr-22 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Easy to put together, lovely to use. Looks way more expensive than it actually is, and is super comfortable Going to get a lot of use out of this set this summer and beyond
Kendra ( 2020-Jan-29 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Sometimes slightly awkward to screw in but didn't take too long to construct. Looks lovely and green cushions are a nice touch! Highly recommended
Claire ( 2020-Feb-07 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
I've purchase 4 of these storage deck boxes. Two in white, and two in taupe. I'm even using one as an ottoman with a cushion on it. Just excellent.
Susan ( 2020-Apr-21 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
we've had this little set now for about 3 years and cant fault it. Zero signs of wear or damage through use. The set stays out all winter under a small cover and cleans up well. really pleased with it.
Deborah ( 2020-Apr-04 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
its only 2 small pieces. i didnt read description well. I still love it and will get the third bigger piece soon
Yonita ( 2020-Mar-02 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Bought 2 of these to sit side by side in my garden border. They are exactly as shown & described, a lovely quality & good weight. I really like that they have drainage holes (so many garden pots don't) as I like to put flowers & shrubs direct into the pot. They make a nice feature in the garden & I'm really pleased with them.
Claire ( 2021-Jan-18 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Really pleased with purchase. Arrived quickly and well packaged. Low comfortable seating. Light but sturdy. Sits perfectly on our new decking. Have bought second set so really useful to have 4 chairs and 2 tables when we have visitors! Good value for money.
Andrew ( 2020-Dec-01 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
I bought one for firewood for near our fire pit, and the other holds towels in case someone forgets theirs near the pool. Never any problems with rain getting in and the extra seating is helpful. Holds even our larger friends
Pamela ( 2020-Aug-16 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
These chairs are amazing! Very sturdy for us heavy people. They are just as pictured. The specs say they hold 500lbs but the label on each chair says 275. I’m going to call to confirm.
Michelle ( 2020-Oct-30 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Love, love, love this bench. It's exactly what I wanted for the courtyard. The care instructions recommended using wax to maintain the wood and suggested not to let bird droppings or leaves sit on it for any length of time which may be more fuss than some people are willing to give their outdoor furniture but wooden outdoor furniture requires extra TLC. If that's too much then let me say it would look beautiful indoors as well.
Christy ( 2020-Nov-29 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
They seem like decent quality, but there's a small rust spot even on the gold metal. I thought the gold color would cover that up, but it doesn't. Also these are SO SMALL. Not at all what I expected.
Jonathan ( 2020-May-27 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Ordered the garden set for my elderly parents. The rattan effect furniture is scratched and has slight damage. Didn't realise this until the furniture was out of the box and on the patio in the daylight. It's too much hassle for them to return. Very poor quality furniture. I was going to order a bed for my sons room but have now changed my mind and have ordered from another company.
Ryann ( 2020-Feb-15 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Assembly pictures are not that great. Hangs much lower than I thought. Ok for kids. Definitely need to protect the wood with a good water seal.
Andrew ( 2020-Aug-08 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
We're happy with this item, bought the unfinished one and hubby spray painted it with red barn color. We placed it near our gazebo for an added attraction.
Michael ( 2020-Apr-12 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Mine arrived today. Quality is ok at the sale price (£195.99) but would be very disappointing at full price. The main problem is that they are quite small and low seated chairs. There is no sense of scale on the website product photos as they're all photoshopped against fake/stock backgrounds. It's something retailers should not do. So the chairs are not suitable for tall people, larger people or those who may struggle standing up from a small chair. They are certainly not luxury spacious seats to lounge on the patio in. Which is what I was hoping for. They look nice enough but eed to be 30-50% bigger.I wouldn't recommend buying them and I hope to return them.
Ray ( 2020-Oct-17 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Product itself is very good. Excellent size and is good quality. Very sturdy and didnt take my husband too long to put together. The initial delivery was a slight distaster with having ALL the metal fixings missing and the box was severely damaged. Saying that www.boisecloggers.com arranged and collection service with minimal hassle, and reordered the product with no qualms. I did think itd take a good few days to arrive, but ended up arriving the following day. Problem very well solved, and I have a product Im happy with
J. ( 2020-Feb-21 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
This product was delivered quickly,was very easy to build,good quality and completely waterproof.excellent product.
Carly ( 2020-Sep-28 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Easy to assemble and neatly tidies away shoes, including boots, but does not suit our old cottage, it's too modern.