Choosing the right down comforter.

Construction. Bavarian uses sewn-through stitching that pinches the top and bottom fabric together at each chamber edge, producing a pillowy quilted look. Baffled Box uses internal vertical fabric walls (baffles) that let down loft fully without compression at seams, producing a flat, smooth, hotel-style finish. Bavarian is more traditional and tolerant of active sleepers; Baffled Box delivers more loft and warmth at the higher fill weights.

Fill power measures how much loft (volume) one ounce of down produces in a standardized lab test. Higher fill power means each ounce traps more air, which translates to more warmth per ounce and lighter overall weight. Our 700+ comforters use excellent down at an outstanding price-to-quality ratio. Our 850+ comforters use the highest-grade down for the lightest, loftiest, lifetime-investment option.

The Organic Bavarian uses the same Bavarian sewn-through construction as our standard Bavarian, but wraps the down in a 300-thread-count organic cotton batiste shell. The cotton is OCS-certified organic, naturally unbleached and undyed. You can choose between 700+ or 850+ fill power. It's the comforter to pick if sustainability and natural fibers are priorities, without sacrificing the construction style.

Our most popular weights are Light and Medium. If you live somewhere warm year-round (Pacific Northwest, California, Deep South) or sleep hot, choose Light. If your bedroom runs cold or you reach for an extra blanket nightly, choose Arctic. The Ultimate weight is reserved for very cold climates or unheated rooms. The most common return we see is buyers exchanging Medium for Light, so when in doubt, pick the cooler weight.

The Responsible Down Standard is an independent certification that verifies down comes from animals that were never live-plucked or force-fed, and that the supply chain is traceable through every step. We've used 100% RDS-certified down across every product since March 2015. Our certification number is TE-99977174, audited annually by independent third-party auditors.

Yes, with the right approach. Use a large-capacity front-loading washer (most home washers are too small for a comforter, so a laundromat is often better), a down-specific cleaner like Nikwax or Granger's, and tumble dry on low for 3 to 6 hours with three or four clean tennis balls to break up clumps. Skip top-load agitators (they damage down) and regular detergent (it strips natural oils). See the full instructions in our washing guide →

A duvet cover is optional. Some people prefer the look of the comforter as-is. However, we believe a duvet cover is a great addition to a down comforter. The cover takes the dirt, sweat, and skin oils so the comforter doesn't have to, then washes easily on its own. Without a duvet cover, you'll need to wash the comforter itself more often. We make organic cotton duvet covers in several colors and natural undyed options.

20+ years is realistic for a well-cared-for premium down comforter. The down itself can last decades; the shell fabric is usually what wears first. We routinely see customers send back comforters from the 1990s for cleaning and minor repair, and they go right back into service. The biggest factors in longevity are using a duvet cover, washing when needed, and storing uncompressed.