Finding the perfect duvet is more than choosing a snug layer to slip under at the end-of-the-day. Choosing a duvet with the right tog can make a world of difference to your sleep. From having a duvet that makes you feel too hot to one that just doesn’t keep you warm enough, choosing the right one for each season can be tricky.
At Secret Linen Store, we’re here to guide you through the wonderful world of duvet togs, helping you to choose the right duvet for each season. Whether you’re a quilt hogger or a one-leg-in-one-leg-out kind of sleeper, we’ve created a duvet tog guide to help you pick a duvet that is spot-on.
What is a Duvet Tog Rating?
A tog is a British term, short for ‘thermal overall grade’, which measures the warmth and insulation of a duvet. Simply put, the higher the tog rating, the warmer the duvet will be, and a lower tog rating results in a lighter, cooler duvet.
What Duvet Tog Rating Should You Choose?
To help you learn more about duvet togs, we’ve broken each tog down and categorised them by season.
What Duvet Tog is Best for Summer?
(2.5 - 7.5 Tog)
When temperatures rise, it’s time to switch to a lighter, summer duvet. The best duvet tog rating for the summer months is between 2.5 and 4.5. Duvets in this tog rating range are super breathable, keeping you comfortable and cool on warmer nights, so you’re not tossing and turning from the heat.
All of our summer duvets feature breathable, moisture-wicking 100% cotton casings that help keep you cool all night long.
Your bed linen can have a surprising impact on temperature regulation, so in the summer, we would suggest choosing 100% cotton percale, which offers pure comfort and breathability, or 100% linen bedding for a light, airy feel. If you prefer to ditch the duvet altogether during those unpredictable British heat waves, we’d recommend switching to a breathable flat sheet to help keep you cool while still being comfortable enough to drift off.
What Duvet Tog is Best for Spring and Autumn? (9 - 10.5 Tog)
The awkward in-between seasons of spring and autumn often bring cooler evenings and need a slightly warmer duvet. For the perfect middle-of-the-road option, we recommend duvets rated between 9 and 10.5 tog, which offer an ideal balance of warmth and comfort during the transitional months.
What Duvet is Best for Winter?
(13.5 -15 Tog)
When winter arrives, it’s time to bring out the higher tog duvet. The best duvet tog for winter is between 13.5 and 15, which will keep you warm and toasty during the coldest of nights. These higher togs provide excellent insulation, trapping heat to ensure a super snug sleep experience, even when it’s extra chilly.
All-Year-Round Duvets
(4.5 - 9 Tog)
If you’d prefer to keep things simple and use the same duvet year-round, choose a mid-range tog rating of 7.5 to 10.5.
At Secret Linen Store, we also have an All Seasons Duvet collection that includes 4.5 tog and 9 tog duvets that can be buttoned together in the winter to create a 13.5 tog, or kept separate in the summer for a lighter layering option. Choosing an All-Seasons Duvet can be super cost-effective, as it lets you get two duvets for the price of one.
Discover Your Perfect Duvet at Secret Linen Store
Now that you understand everything there is to know about duvet togs, it’s time to decide on what type of duvet filling to choose. Whether you're looking for a lightweight summer duvet or a snug winter warmer, at Secret Linen Store, we offer a range of duvets crafted from the finest materials, designed to suit every season and sleep style.
With the right duvet tog, you'll be well-prepared to enjoy a comfortable and restful night's sleep, no matter what the British weather throws at you.
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