What’s The Difference Between A Duvet And A Comforter? Does anyone know where I can get good black and white bed comforters or duvets?
Oct 30
JAP asked:


I noticed that duvet covers are usually more expensive than a comforter. They are popular, so I was just wondering what the BIG difference is.

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5 Responses to “What are the different reasons for wanting a duvet cover, rather than a comforter?”

  1. Ro-bot Says:

    Well, you can remove the duvet cover for washing (which is really nice), so they sometimes make the covers out of more expensive/delicate material, because you can remove it to do special cleaning (hand wash or dry cleaning) that you couldn’t do if it was part of a comforter.

  2. Rozz Says:

    Duvet covers are like pillowcases for comforters. They’re easy to wash and you don’t wear out your comforter or get it dirty. many comforters are difficult to wash and/or need special cleaning.

  3. pinkdenial Says:

    You can take them off of the comforter (usually down) and wash them.

  4. Blondie Z Says:

    Like everyone has said, it’s because of being able to wash them, also its so you can have different styles/colors in your bedroom without buying a whole new comforter. You could probably make one less money. Wouldn’t take much, just sew 2 sides together and fasten at the top with velcro or buttons.

  5. darlin12009 Says:

    yep, washable, but i also have used mine as a lightweight bedcover during warmer months