The Warmth of Down Throw Blanket

The best thing about a down throw blanket is it is designed to be small, portable and lightweight and the down stuffing that is used is incredibly soft, light and warm. Usually, a down throw blanket is comfortable to use and so easy to store. Because whether you fold it and place it on a closet shelf, across the foot of your bed or on the back of a chair, it still always manages to look perfectly in place. Most down throw blankets are about 4 feet by 6 feet which make them very ideal to spread across your lap as you curl up on the sofa or settle into a large, oversized chair.

The primary materials used as filling for many of the top quality comforters and blankets are goose and duck down. Because of the outstanding warmth that it provides, this fluffy, feathery stuffing is highly prized. With down filled blankets and comforters, it is easy to weather even the coldest nights. And unlike the bulkier comforters, a down blanket provides users the pleasantly warmth without excessive weight.

In addition to the type of material, it is also necessary to look at stitching on a down throw. Blankets may have quilt-square, box pattern, or v-pattern stitching. Stitching helps keep the down in place and makes it easier to move the down back in place after it's washed. Although you can find some down throws without stitching, the down tends to move around over time and you can be left with a very lumpy throw that does not warm evenly.

Although most down throw blankets can be washed, washing strips the natural oils in the down. The natural oils are responsible in part for the warmth benefits and are also part of what makes down stay fluffy and not clump together. If you need to wash a down throw, it should be done infrequently and with a detergent specially formulated for down products. In general, it is better not to dry clean down throw blankets.

Although the cover material may need to be dry cleaned, the dry cleaning process leaves damaging residue on the down feathers that will quickly destroy its best properties. It is better to choose a down throw blanket that does not require dry cleaning.

Down throw blankets come in many materials, weights, and down qualities. From summer, year round, and winter weights, to microfiber, high thread count cotton, and synthetic fabric covers, there are many styles and variations to choose. And all these stylish, colorful items are the perfect addition to your home when both comfort and convenience are needed.