When the weather has turned cold and you start feeling tingly cold on your toes when you wake up in the morning, it is time to take out your down comforter. It is time to snuggle to the soft warm feel of Egyptian down comforters at night and wake up warm and toasty. This is because they are made of avian feathers that provide thermal insulation in a light and fluffy way. High quality goose down comforter provides the best insulation ever. Now, you know why they cost a little bit more.

The use of feathers from ducks, geese and chickens have long been used as filling for beddings and even clothing. This started in parts of Europe where the winters are cold and long. You will come across different kinds of down comforter that will vary in price. The most expensive ones are fine feathers found under the tough exterior feather. The loose structure of down feathers traps air, which help to insulate against heat loss.