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#Posted by The Meredith Vieira ShowClinton Kelly is great at moderating The Chew and herding cats! When it comes to cuddling up for a comfy night's sleep, the right comforter can really make a difference. And in the winter, for every degree you turn down the thermostat you'll save 1 to 2 percent on your heating bill during an eight-hour sleep cycle. Over the course of a year, that could save you 10 percent or more. The Good Housekeeping Research Institute evaluated down and down-alternative comforters for performance, durability, and appearance to help you find the best bedding for you.How We TestedWe evaluated down comforters and down-alternative comforters for performance, durability, and appearance. The manufacturers' goal is to create warmth without weight — a lofty fill that keeps you warm without making you feel constrained or smothered.Performance ratings were based on lab evaluations of each comforter's warmth (using an insulation analysis machine) and the weight of 12-inch-by-12-inch samples.

Down comforters were reviewed to ensure compliance with industry standards for down composition and feather specification (i.e., we made sure the comforters filling was comprised of the mix of feathers that the manufacturer claimed).To evaluate durability, we looked at how well the comforters held up after five washes or dry cleanings, per the labels' instructions. We looked for shrinkage, pilling, and weakening of the fabric.We incorporated consumer ratings on each comforter's appearance when new.Before You BuyDecide whether you want a down or down-alternative comforter. Down has the advantage of being naturally insulating without being heavy. It's typically better at regulating temperature than manmade fill (after all, these feathers kept the goose comfortable, too). Often, down isn't recommended for allergy sufferers, though some fills have gone through special washing that may help alleviate allergy triggers. Keep in mind: When buying down, you'll be paying a bit for quality. Synthetic fills are less pricey and generally preferable for allergy sufferers.

But they aren't as efficient as down at regulating temperature, and their warmth sometimes comes from lots of filling, which can make them feel heavy.With down, look for a high fill power, which means more down per ounce. This increases loft, or fluff, and warmth. A fill power of 600 or more indicates an excellent loft.Keep in mind that duck and goose down provide equal insulation; the difference is that geese are wild, so when they're captured and plucked, their clusters are more mature and therefore can be larger and warmer. Ducks can be farmed, so the cluster size can vary more, but the comforters made of duck down are often cheaper.Don't worry about quality or performance differences between gray and white down; some consumers simply don't like seeing the gray through the outer fabric.Keep your sleeping habits in mind. A lighter fill power (500 or below) is more appropriate for a warm room or if you wear heavy pajamas, while a thicker fill power (600 and above) suits a cooler room or if you prefer wearing light pajamas.

When choosing a down-alternative comforter, stick your hand into the comforter package and press a clump of the fiberfill between your thumb and forefinger. It should rub together easily and feel a little slick, which means it will be less likely to clump over time.Look for baffle-box construction (stitching that forms a grid pattern). This design keeps down lofty and down alternative from clumping and shifting, which can create cold gaps.Note: A high thread count (300 or more) on the outer fabric can help to prevent down clusters from slipping out.For best prices, remember that white sales typically happen in January. forter Care Protect your comforter with a duvet cover, which keeps it clean and prolongs its life. It's much more preferable to frequently clean the duvet cover than to have to constantly clean the comforter.Fluff or shake your comforter regularly to expand the down clusters with air and renew their loft.Air your comforter outside a few hours twice a year to maintain freshness.

Off-season, always store your comforter in a breathable bag in a well-ventilated area. Plastic bags trap moisture, which can lead to mildew.To clean your comforter, follow the manufacturer's instructions and clean once a year before storing away for the season. If your comforter is machine washable, use a front-loading machine and use dryer rings, dryer balls, or a clean canvas washable sneaker to dry in the dryer. These help fluff up the down and prevent it from matting. Everything You Need to Know About Buying a Comforter Sears Cannon 300 TC Stripe Down Alternative Comforter Review Target Woolrich 240-Thread Count Alternative Down Comforter Review Kmart Cannon Down Alternative 260TC Dobby Stripe Comforter Review Kohl's Home Classics Down Alternative Comforter Level 2 Review Hotel Collection Primaloft Luxury Down Alternative Comforter Review LL Bean Home Ultrasoft Cotton Comforter Iteam #57103 Review Lands' End PureLoft Box Comforter Review Sleep Number by Select Comfort True Silver Comforter Review