If you're in the market for a blanket, chances are you've encountered the terms comforters and duvets. Here's how to pick between a duvet vs. a comforter.

Comforters can be used on their own or as a duvet insert, so consider if you’ll be placing another layer of fabric around it or if your skin will be touching the comforter shell itself.

Using a gentle- or delicate-cycle setting and a minimal amount of mild laundry detergent with your load is the best method for washing a down comforter, pillows, and other down-filled items.

Make sure your comforter has enough room in your dryer: You want it to dry completely to avoid mildewing. Down feathers have a specific scent when wet, so don’t be alarmed by the strong smell.

Don't take your comforter or duvet for granted. Consumer Reports shows how and why you should wash your bedding for good health and a good night's sleep.

A comforter duvet insert can help with easy of cleaning since you can use a protective cover to minimize the need to wash. View at Target Step 3 - Choose a mild detergent Down is one of the best ...

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Tips Most people use too much detergent with every load. While most liquid detergent companies would have you use around a 1/2 cup of detergent, you actually only need 1-2 tablespoons.

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