So seasons are changing, and you want to buy warmer beddings for the approaching cold season. However, you are having a hard time choosing between a duvet and a comforter because you don’t know what’s different about each of them.
Most people don’t know either. So, what’s the difference between a duvet and a comforter?
To differentiate a duvet and a comforter, look at their design. A duvet is designed as a two-piece item where one piece is an insert, and the other is the duvet cover. On the other hand, a comforter is a single piece of multiple-layered fabric that is quilted together.
Many other factors would determine whether to choose a duvet or a comforter. Most of these factors have to do with the comfort you want, flexibility, and your personality.
This article will explain to you some of the differences between a duvet and a comforter and how you can determine which one is best for you.
Differences Between A Duvet And A Comforter
Contents
Both bedding options are thick and heavy, made of several layers of fabric to ensure maximum warmth in cold seasons. The design of creation is almost the same, no wonder most people confuse one for the other.
But, you don’t need to be confused or term them interchangeably anymore because I’m here to demystify their differences.
The duvet and the comforter differ in the following ways.
Design
As mentioned earlier, both bedding pieces are designed with different layers of fabric for warmth purposes. However, the duvet is created as two pieces – an insert and a cover – so that you insert the duvet into the duvet cover.
This means that you cannot use the duvet alone as a single piece as it must be inserted into the duvet cover. On the other hand, a comforter comes as one piece and is used as it is without inserting it into any cover.
The comforter’s cover is quilted together with the fabric pieces such that you can cover yourself with it directly, and you’ll be comfortable and warm.
Flexibility
Using the same design or color for your bedding can be boring. That’s why you need to make constant changes so that your room can feel new and fresh every time. A duvet is more flexible compared to the comforter when it’s time to make these changes.
Let me explain.
If you have a duvet, you’ll only need to pull out the duvet insert from the duvet cover, toss away the cover and use a different one that has the new designs you want. This makes the duvet more flexible to change because you only change one piece.
For a comforter, you will have to replace the whole of it and bring in a fresh one. The same concept applies when you want to clean your bedding. A duvet will only need a change in the duvet cover, which you can wash easily, unlike a comforter that will require you to wash the heavy fabric.
Ease of Use
Even though these two bedding options are great, they present their different challenges when you use them to dress your bed. However, a comforter is much easier to use compared to a duvet. Look at it this way.
A duvet has two pieces that require you to insert them together. The most tasking part for this is the part where you have to put on the duvet cover. It can be cumbersome and draining if you are not familiar with it, especially if the duvet is quite big.
On the other hand, a comforter doesn’t require you to do anything before you use it to cover yourself. If you are shopping and you want one that is easy to use, then a comforter is a great choice.
Comforter or Duvet: Which Is Better?
The decision on what to choose depends entirely on you. But, I will share with you some tips on what to consider while making your decision so that you can get one that meets your needs and preferences.
Let’s consider the pros and cons of each of them and see how they outweigh each other.
Comforter
Pros
- Ready to use without any preparation
- Packaged with a matching set
- It gives the bed a layered outlook
- In-built cover
Cons
- Can accumulate dirt and dust fast
- Difficult to clean
Duvet
Pros
- Flexible when changing
- Easy to clean
- It gives the bed a fluffy look
- Only the cover gets dirty
Cons
- Difficult to insert the pieces
Using these pros and cons, you can choose one that gives you the flexibility you want. For example, you can choose a comforter if you are looking for something that is simple and easy to use because the comforter requires no ‘assembling,’ as is the case with the duvet.
Also, a comforter is a good option if you want your bed to have a layered outlook and have overhanging bedding. This outlook appears more sophisticated than a simple duvet on the bed.
You may choose a duvet if the hard work of inserting the duvet into the duvet cover doesn’t bother you and you want something that is easy to maintain. This is because only the duvet cover will get dirty, and it’s easy to remove it and clean it.
A duvet is also versatile such that you can incorporate other designs on your bed since it doesn’t come as a set of similar patterns. This allows you to bring in other colors to match the color of your duvet.
Can You Use A Comforter As A Duvet?
A comforter fits in well as a duvet insert and functions perfectly as a duvet. As mentioned in the comforter’s cons, it’s quite difficult to clean a comforter because of its heavy weight. It can also accumulate dirt fast, so you cannot ignore it and refuse to clean it.
To solve this problem, you can use the comforter as a duvet and insert it into the duvet cover. This way, it will be covered and protected from dust and dirt, and so, it will remain clean for longer.
When it’s cleaning time, you’ll only need to remove the duvet cover and wash it together with other bedding.
If you have been using a comforter and you feel it’s time to make a change and introduce a duvet, you can get a duvet cover, and you’ll get the change you want. You won’t have to incur any costs buying the whole duvet.
When buying the duvet cover, it’s important to ensure that you get a similar size to that of your comforter so that it can fit properly.
This is because most comforters are designed to overhang on the bedsides, while a duvet fits the bed well and only overhangs slightly. If you don’t check for the correct size, you might buy a duvet cover that doesn’t fit properly.
Conclusion
Knowing the correct terms to use when referring to different bedding items can save you time and a lot of embarrassment when doing your shopping.
I hope that this article has helped you understand the differences between them, and now you can choose your favorite piece with confidence.
The goal is to achieve comfort and warmth, especially during cold winter nights.
