In order to determine which blanket is better in terms of its characteristics, first you need to find out. These are two hypoallergenic types of blankets, which divide the first places in popularity, alternately yielding to each other, then winning the championship.
Both fillers have a lot of undeniable advantages, both began to win the hearts of buyers quite recently, so questions often arise:
Which is better than swan fluff or bamboo?
Bamboo fiber or swan down, which is better?
A new generation swan down blanket with artificial filler, which has almost all the advantages of natural swan down, is appreciated for its wonderful properties, as well as for an affordable price.
Artificial swan down blanket characteristics, pros and cons
- low weight with high heat-insulating ability, in other words, a warm winter blanket will be light and weightless;
- does not absorb odors;
- high air permeability;
- environmentally friendly, does not emit harmful compounds, the fiber is in a stable state, all processes are completed;
- has no restrictions on use, suitable for both adults of all ages and children from infancy;
- does not cause allergies, completely safe for allergy sufferers;
- retains its shape and quickly restores it after deformation;
- environmentally friendly, since the production does not require expensive manual labor and does not require the construction of farms for growing swans;
- easy to wash in a washing machine on a delicate cycle;
- does not require special storage conditions;
- not high cost;
minuses:
- the disadvantages include the lack of moisture absorption, which negatively affects thermoregulation during severe temperature changes, as well as in the summer season;
- accumulates static electricity, when washing, an antistatic treatment is necessary;
Blanket made of natural swan down properties
advantages:
- natural and environmentally friendly;
- light and airy, suitable for the most severe temperature conditions;
- considered a luxury duvet;
- perfectly retains heat at a low weight;
- durable, service life, with proper care reaches over 15 years;
- keeps its shape perfectly and restores it after deforming actions;
limitations:
- may cause allergies;
- quite high cost;
- needs special care conditions, dry cleaning at least once a year;
- it is necessary to store without loading other objects from above, especially heavy ones;
Bamboo blanket characteristics and description
The properties of a bamboo blanket also differ from the type of bamboo filler.
- synthetic filler, an analogue of natural bamboo fiber, which is made from polyester siliconized fiber, suggests the following characteristics of the blanket:
- recovers well after deformations;
- has hypoallergenicity;
- does not support the development of pathogens;
- perfectly permeates air, contributing to its normal circulation;
- the bamboo blanket is lightweight, does not burden or hinder movement during sleep;
- can be used both in winter and in spring and autumn;
- like all blankets with synthetic fibers, it does not absorb moisture, therefore, it can cause a feeling of increased moisture;
- easy to care for, in a delicate mode, washing in a normal machine is allowed;
- affordable cost;
- not recommended for use in the summer and with a sharp change in temperature;
a blanket filled with natural bamboo fiber, has the following qualities:
- soft and very gentle, pleasant to the touch;
- one of the most sustainable types of blankets;
- has a bacteriostatic effect;
- rather high cost in comparison with synthetic analogs;
- a bamboo blanket has hypoallergenic properties;
- excellent hygienic properties, such as breathability and moisture absorption;
- can be used all year round without restrictions, depending on the amount of filler;
- easy enough to care for;
- there are no age restrictions, it is especially recommended for use for expectant mothers and for children;
What is better than bamboo or swan down?
Blankets with synthetic analogs of swan down and bamboo fiber have similar properties, only tactile sensations differ when using. Blankets with swan down are more airy, while blankets with bamboo are not as voluminous, smoother, but have the same heat-saving ability.
And blankets with natural fillers are radically different in properties, a blanket with bamboo fiber is anti-allergenic, unlike a blanket with swan down, the prices are about the same. Different tactile sensations when using, the duvet is more fluffy and airy, the bamboo duvet is softer and more enveloping, it fits the body wonderfully and prevents heat loss during sleep.
Deciding and determining which blanket is best is possible only by clearly understanding what properties it must have in order to satisfy the needs. After all, each of the blankets presented has both advantages and disadvantages.