By: Alana Tanner
First question, what is a down comforter? It is a blanket for your bed is filled with goose down. Artificial material can also be used thus making the down comforter cheaper for the consumer. If the comforter is actually may of real down feathers it will likely cost more. These blankets are popular in cold climates and anywhere during the winter as they insulate really well and help keep you warm while sleeping at night.
When shopping for a down comforter there are several things you need to pay attention to. For instance, you need to know how much down the comforter contains. This will be written on the box. Thread count is less important although stores will make you think it’s really important. If the comforter has a thread count of 300 for example it will cost quite a bit more than one with a thread count of 250. If you don’t plan on buying a down comforter cover then a higher thread count may be important to you but you can spend less money on the comforter itself by getting one with a low thread count and then get a luxurious high thread count cover and put over it. The cover can then be removed and washed and the comforter itself will be protected from most stains.
Consumers often want to know how to clean their comforter. This is because they are so bulky and tough to put in a regular washing machine. For instance how do you remove blood and urine stains from a nice comforter? For urine smells and stains you’ll want to get a cleaning product specific for urine and which would be available at many farm stores and veterinarian offices. Additionally you can soak it in warm water, run a short wash cycle, and then wash it again with 2 cups of white vinegar to help neutralize the odor. For bloodstains you will want to soak the area in cold water, not hot, and then wash it. If the stain is still there then wash using bleach safe for the specific fabric type. Be sure to check the care and cleaning material on the label.