Common materials for comforter fillings mainly include the following five categories: down, silk, wool, cotton, and polyester fiber (synthetic fiber). In addition, there are newer materials such as soybean fiber. Each material has its own characteristics and is suitable for different seasons, body types, and usage needs.
Down Comforter Core
Filling: Goose down, duck down (commonly white goose down, grey duck down)
Advantages:
Extremely warm, the most efficient warmth retention of all comforter cores, hailed as the "King of Warmth"
Lightweight texture, almost no pressure, suitable for the elderly, pregnant women, and people with cardiovascular sensitivities
High loft, long lifespan, up to 20-30 years
Good breathability, quickly wicks away moisture, keeping the bed dry.
Silk Comforter Core
Filling: Mulberry silk, tussah silk
Advantages:
Soft and smooth to the touch, known as "the second skin," extremely skin-friendly
Highly absorbent and breathable, regulates body temperature, suitable for spring and autumn and air-conditioned rooms
Naturally antibacterial, friendly to sensitive skin, suitable for infants and young children
No static electricity, does not attract dust, suitable for people with allergies.
Wool Comforter Filling
Filling Material: Sheep wool, Australian Merino wool, etc.
Advantages:
Excellent warmth retention, close to down, and strong moisture-wicking ability, keeping the bedding dry.
Naturally flame-retardant, antibacterial, and mite-proof, ensuring high safety.
Suitable for humid environments, especially comfortable in winter.