How do alpaca quilts compare to other fibre quilts?
This comparison data has been compiled by Kelly & Windsor from certified textile testing authorities, published studies from various textile fibre industry references and our experience in the bedding industry in the last twenty years.
It provides a handy and simple comparison guide of each fibre's characteristics and performance in each of the five key bedding categories.
NATURAL FIBRE QUILTS
the important points to consider...
SOFTNESS
This comparison data has been compiled by Kelly & Windsor from certified textile testing authorities, published studies from various textile fibre industry references and our experience in the bedding industry in the last twenty years.
It provides a handy and simple comparison guide of each fibre's characteristics and performance in each of the five key bedding categories.
WARMTH
We have undertaken extensive thermal testing of many fibre quilts in various types and weights in the last twenty years, and with our experience, we can state that the warmth ratings of alpaca and merino wool quilts are superior to any other natural fibre.
Warmth to Weight Ratio
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Is a heavier quilt warmer? No
The warmth to weight ratio is far more important than a quilt's weight.
As an example, an alpaca 400 gsm quilt is 24% warmer than a 500 gsm wool quilt which is 20% heavier.
The laboratory testing is clear, natural fibre quilts have a superior warmth to weight ratio.
Temperature balance
WARMTH EXPRESSED IN TERMS OF NUMBER OF BLANKETS
Natural fibre quilts regulate your body temperature which means that you will not overheat or be too cold.
This is important, as temperature variations throughout the night can effect your sleep REM, causing poor quality or loss of sleep as your natural sleep cycle is disrupted.
Natural fibre quilts provide optimal temperature balance, you wont overheat nor be cold.
Temperature balance
QUILT ABSORBENCY
Natural fibre quilts regulate your body temperature which means that you will not overheat or be too cold.
This is important, as temperature variations throughout the night can effect your sleep REM, causing poor quality or loss of sleep as your natural sleep cycle is disrupted.
Alpaca quilts provide optimal temperature balance, you wont overheat nor be cold.
How to choose the right alpaca quilt
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After condsidering the above, which alpaca quilt suits you?
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