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What Is The Best Tog For All Year Round: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly
What is the Best Tog For All Year Round?

The tog rating of a duvet could make the difference between a chilly, sweaty night's sleep and a relaxing one. Knowing your duvet's tog is crucial to have a relaxing night's sleep all year long.

In summer, you should choose a lighter duvet. Ideal is 7.5 tog. This will allow you to stay cool and comfortable during the warm evenings.

Winter

Once autumn is in full swing, it's the perfect time to change your summer duvet in favour of a heavier winter option. You might be tempted by the most warm duvets, especially if you are an ice-cold sleeper and reside in cold weather. But, it's better to wait until temperatures at night drop below 10 degrees Celsius before making the switch.

A duvet's temperature rating or thermal overall grade (TOG), reflects how it insulates warmth. It is typically expressed as a number ranging from 1 to 15. The higher the tog is, the more warm the duvet.

While TOG might seem confusing, the simple explanation is that it's based upon a globally recognized testing method that reveals how well the material absorbs moisture, holds heat and regulates your body's temperature throughout the night. duvet thickness can also be applied to other bedding items, such as doonas or Pyjamas.

The type of filling used in the duvet can affect its tog rating, and how comfortable it is when you sleep on it. For example synthetic fillings are less breathable than natural fibres such as feathers and down. This can cause overheating for hot sleepers. A high-quality feather and down duvet, or merino wool, however is extremely insulating without sacrificing airflow, allowing you to regulate your body's temperature as you sleep.

If you're a sleeper who is cool in a room that is warmer, this duvet from Piglet in Bed could be a good choice. It has a medium tog rating but is super soft and plump due to the wool filling. If you're a sleeper who prefers cool temperatures in a warmer bedroom, this duvet by Piglet in Bed might be a great choice since it has a medium tog rating but is extremely soft and supple due to the merino wool filling. It's also simple to wash and has minimal shrinkage. This makes it a great investment that will last all year.

Tog ratings are also common on duvets for children. In general, a first duvet for a child should be light, and less than 4 tog, which will keep them warm without affecting their ability to breathe. Based on the temperature in their bedroom and the climate in which they live, they might be ready for a more substantial duvet once they turn two.

Spring

As the weather begins to get colder and the nights become darker, it's time to switch your duvet to a higher tog rating. This will keep you warm and comfortable all night, allowing you to sleep more deeply. Overheating can affect your sleeping quality if you're too warm. One way to determine whether you're too hot is to feel the material of your duvet. If it's prickly or uncomfortable this can indicate that the duvet has a too high tog rating.

For Autumn and Spring, We suggest a 10.5 tog that is warm enough but not too hot. It will also give you an optimum temperature at night, allowing your body to regulate its own heat and allow you to enjoy a peaceful slumber.

If you're looking for a lighter duvet to sleep in, we have a variety of lightweight options to choose from. These duvets are constructed with lightweight fabrics and fillings that keep you cool at night, ensuring a peaceful slumber and giving you the best sleep you can get.

We recommend a duvet that has a low weight such as 4. Young children can easily overheat under a duvet that is thick and this can cause negative impact on their sleep. We also have a variety of duvets that are all season which are suitable for children and adults alike. These duvets are made of two separate duvets which can be buttoned to provide a flexible solution when the seasons change.

The tog rating of a duvet may not necessarily mean that it is of high quality, since it simply determines the thermal resistance. It does not measure durability or fabric feel. A duvet with higher ratings for tog might initially test as superior, but it could lose its insulation as time passes and lose its effectiveness over time. It is therefore crucial to purchase a duvet of high quality from a reputable supplier. This will ensure that your duvet remains cozy and comfortable for as long as you own.

Summer

When the weather gets warmer you'll want a lighter duvet to keep you cosy, without overheating and disrupting your sleep. A 7 - 10.5 tog duvet is ideal for most people during the Summer and Spring, especially if your bedroom is a bit more warm.


You can always switch to a lighter duvet when the nights get cooler, but you may also prefer a heavier duvet to keep warm in Winter. If that's the case then this medium-weight British alpaca duvet is the right one for you. It's not quite as thick as the 10.5 tog duvet, but is still a good insulator.

Natural fillings help you stay cool since they are more efficient at insulating than synthetic alternatives such as hollowfibre and polyester. They are also air-tight which means they let your body sweat out any excess heat, thereby keeping you cool and comfortable. This merino wool duvet from Piglet in Bed has this feature, and even though it doesn't have an exact tog rating, Piglet in Bed estimates it at around 8 - 10 tog.

You might need to purchase a duvet for you and your partner if you have different sleeping habits. This duvet with a half and a half from Slumberdown could be the solution with one side that's cool 4.5 tog and the other side is a warm 10.5 tog. This allows anyone who sleeps hot to choose the cool side while those who feel cold can snuggle up under the warmer side.

A 3-in-1 duvet is a different option. It'll include a lighter, 3.5 tog duvet for summer and heavier 10.5 tog duvet suitable for winter and autumn that can be hung together. This lets you easily switch between seasons without having to dig out duvets in the loft. It's an excellent option for the unpredictable UK climate! You can also choose this warm goose down duvet that will keep you warm and cozy all year long. It's not too bulky nor too warm, and comes with a lovely soft texture.

Autumn

The ideal duvet is vital to get a good night's sleep. However, determining which weight is the best for you is dependent on a range of factors that include your body's capacity to regulate temperature as well as the climate where you live.

Tog ratings are an essential factor to consider when purchasing a duvet. They indicate how well the quilt holds warmth and keeps you warm. Tog ratings range from 1 to 15, with lower togs offering a cooler option, whilst higher togs are warmer.

Generally speaking, lighter tog duvets are best for the summer months. This is due to the fact that the duvet will be lighter and more breathable, meaning you won't get too hot when sleeping under it. Higher tog duvets are ideal for autumn and winter, as they're much warmer and will keep you warm in these colder weather.

If you want a duvet that can keep you warm throughout the seasons, consider an all-seasons model that comprises two higher and lower tog duvets that can be fastened together to suit your needs. The Simba Sleep Hybrid 3 in 1 duvet (PS349, for a double Simba Sleep), for example, consists of a 3.5-tog summer duvet, and a 7 tog spring/autumn/winter duvet. They can be combined to create a 10.5 tog duvet that will keep you warm on those colder nights.

If you don't have the money to buy multiple duvets then a 10.5 tog is the best option for all seasons. Most hotels also choose this tog rating due to the fact that it offers a decent amount of insulation but isn't overly heavy. This is due to the fact that hotels are aware of their guests' allergies and wish to ensure that the duvets they provide are suitable for all. They also don't want multiple duvets to be stored for different seasons. They also want to provide their guests with the most comfortable experience possible. Find out more about which duvets tog are best suited to various seasons in our Duvet Tog Guide.

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