A duvet inner can make a big difference to your sleep, whether you’re looking for comfort, warmth or a little bit of all of the above. Our wide range of top quality duvet inners come in single to californian king sizes and all are available online or at your local Briscoes store.
Wool
Wool is a natural, sustainable fibre that has balanced thermal insulation properties and helps regulate body temperature throughout the night. This makes it the ideal duvet inner NZ to achieve a healthy night’s sleep no matter what time of year it is!
Unlike synthetics, wool is naturally antimicrobial and antibacterial – helping to prevent the growth of mildew and bacteria. This is due to the natural waxy substance called lanolin that coats the outer fibres.
Wool is also hypoallergenic and doesn’t attract dust mites like down or synthetic materials do – making it perfect for people suffering from allergies. The casing weave on a wool duvet or pillow is specially tightly woven to keep tiny gaps from developing which can allow dust mites to live and breed in your bedding.
Alpaca
Alpaca is an eco-friendly, natural and sustainable fibre that is renowned for its durability and warmth. It is known as the “Gold of the Andes” or the “Fleece of Gods”.
Alpaca wool is incredibly soft and smooth to the touch, often being compared to cashmere. It is also hypoallergenic and resistant to dust mites.
In fact, it is proven to be 25% warmer than sheep wool per gram of fiber! This is because it has more tiny hollow areas that hold onto the body heat and trap it for extra warmth.
This is why we have teamed up with Moemoe to bring you these beautiful luxury duvets that are made from 100% natural and breathable alpaca fleece. The fibres are woven into fine 450gsm percale cotton and make an utterly luxurious bedtime essential.
Duck & Goose Down
Duck and goose down is a natural filling that can be used to make duvet inners. It is soft, warm and fluffy making it the ideal choice for a duvet.
Both duck and goose down have soft, fluffy fibres that trap air in its clusters to provide warmth. However, geese down tends to have larger clusters and a higher fill power than duck down.
Goose down is a premium grade of down, meaning it is more expensive to produce than duck down. It is also more durable and will last longer.
Tencel
Tencel is a sustainable fabric that’s made from regenerated wood cellulose. It’s a soft, silky material that’s x2 as soft as cotton and feels super cool in summer or for someone who tends to sleep hot.
It’s also a good choice for people with sensitive skin, as it’s hypoallergenic and doesn’t cause static charges. It’s naturally breathable, so it helps keep you cool in the night and prevents heat retention.
It’s softer, more durable and easier to wash than cotton. It also gets softer with every wash and doesn’t lose its shape as easily.
Cotton
Cotton is a natural fabric that’s perfect for making duvet inners, due to its softness and breathability. The fibre absorbs excess body heat and creates an extra layer that keeps you warm in winter and cool in summer.
It’s also super easy to care for – a cotton duvet cover can be machine washable at 30-40 degrees and tumble dried to get rid of any dampness. This makes it a low maintenance option, ensuring that you can enjoy your new cotton bed linen for longer.
If you’re looking for a little more luxury with your cotton bedding, you can opt for sateen weave structures which are made to feel like silk. These duvet inners will provide you with a fantastic nights sleep.