The Fill Power Factor
Shopping for a quality comforter can be a confusing task, especially when you aren’t sure what attributes to target. If you select a goose down comforter rather than a synthetic filling – which is encouraged because of the noticeable difference in terms of comfort – you’ll want to pay special attention to the fill power. This measurement helps consumers to determine the comfort and insulation that a goose down blanket can provide.
When goose down is compressed and then released, it becomes fluffier and its surface area increases. Fill power measures this phenomenon – a higher fill power rating corresponds to better insulation. It’s interesting to note that high fill power does not correlate to a heavier blanket. In fact, the best insulating Pacific Coast down comforter set on the market will be significantly lighter than sets of lesser quality.