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Wool duvet advice needed

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nahsma Fri 30-Aug-24 10:04:49

Thanks, I'll have a closer look at the suggestions.

Elless Fri 30-Aug-24 10:02:36

We bought ours from The Duvet Store, it was either Australian or New Zealand Wool but they do have a massive choice.

Allira Fri 30-Aug-24 09:49:09

Mind you, we only bought the bed just over a year ago.
Now I'm wondering where the wool was sourced from 🤔

LucyAnna2 Fri 30-Aug-24 09:38:18

Thanks, Allira

Allira Fri 30-Aug-24 09:24:00

Not that I've noticed, LucyAnna2

Our old bed had a topper which was manmade fibres, it seemed very good at first but then flattened and 'dipped'. The wool one has stayed fairly in shape so far.

LucyAnna2 Fri 30-Aug-24 09:10:00

Allira

Our bed has a built-in wool 'topper'.
It's very comfortable.

Is it good in the different seasons? (Not too warm in summer?)

Allira Fri 30-Aug-24 08:53:42

Our bed has a built-in wool 'topper'.
It's very comfortable.

LucyAnna2 Fri 30-Aug-24 08:50:38

Anyone got a wool mattress topper? I have a polyester mattress topper currently and wondered about getting a wool one?

Allira Fri 30-Aug-24 08:47:13

I'm sure your respiratory Consultant knows more than me, but the only types of duvet or pillow which have caused a reaction with members of my family who have asthma/lung problems have been down or down and feather.

Allira Fri 30-Aug-24 08:41:01

www.devonduvets.com/wool-duvets?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw28W2BhC7ARIsAPerrcKVUCAx006HlhglNqpBOlCLBqHDFpxheM3B_egsR9TZfNjAMLa-zkMaAm6xEALw_wcB

We were offered a free cotton or wool duvet with our new bed. I opted for cotton but it's so heavy we've never used it.

Mogsmaw Fri 30-Aug-24 07:43:07

I too recommend the wool room. I bought myself a light classic double and I love it.
It’s not “lofty”, if you know what I mean, but it’s so cozy. I don’t overheat anymore. I have a medium too that I bought for the colder nights but I’m not sure when I’m going to need it.

PamelaJ1 Fri 30-Aug-24 07:42:26

I’ve just had a look and it’s got a Fogarty label on it.
I also noticed it was made in China. Now I’m cross, how did I miss that?

Fairislecable Fri 30-Aug-24 07:22:03

My DH has Baavet and has recommended it to other people, we also have one on the guest bed and they loved it. I get very hot in my bed and rarely need anything more than a 3.5 tog or a sheet.

baavet.co.uk/wool-duvet/

PamelaJ1 Fri 30-Aug-24 07:10:18

They have a sale on at the moment. You can get a medium weight king size for under £100 ( but only just!)
We like our wool duvet but have had it for years and can’t remember where I got it from.

V3ra Fri 30-Aug-24 00:03:23

www.thewoolroom.com/about-us/

Our pillows, duvets and mattress covers are from these people.
They're not cheap but the quality is excellent.
They have sales and offer discounts quite often if you keep an eye on the website.

nahsma Thu 29-Aug-24 23:24:21

Following lung problems, my respiratory consultant has suggested that I should get a wool duvet. I've been researching - there are various UK-based companies using British wool, but which is best? Prices vary from the 'gosh' to 'what, how much?’
Have any other gransnetters invested in a wool duvet? I looked on the John Lewis website, but their only wool duvet is Romanian. I'd like to support British farmers if I can. Recommendations, please?