Those who've slept on a goose down pillow or under a goose down duvet can testify that these products are far superior than other bedding. They are even better than items made with duck down. Chances are they may not know why goose down is better than duck down.
Size has lots to do with the major difference, as you will soon understand.
Big Birds Have Better Down
Down is made up of clusters that hold air. Big clusters come from big birds, and geese are much larger than ducks. This suggests that goose down is generally superior to duck down thanks to the size alone, but that doesn't tell the whole story.
Down, as you'll know, isn't feathers. It's the soft stuff that grows under the feathers on a waterfowl. That suggests that down doesn't have quills or other spiky bits that can stick into you, causing discomfort. Instead , down is made up of clusters that have a small shaft and thousands of small filaments that sprout from around it.
The bigger the bird, the better the clusters. That's because clusters grow as a bird gets bigger. Larger ducks have better clusters for bedding than smaller ones, and larger geese â€" which are much bigger than any type of duck â€" have even better down clusters than smaller geese.
It's the quantity of air that gets trapped inside a cluster that makes a down pillow or duvet feel soft and lush, and large clusters from large birds trap more air.
Better Processing Too
It's possible to process the little clumps of duck down into fairly good bedding but for some reason, duck down is mostly harshly processed. Ironically, those little clusters are less able to withstand processing than larger, more durable duck down clusters.
You see, down products that are made with conscientiously processed clusters can last for years â€" decades, in fact. But small, frail clusters that are over-processed are damaged before they are inserted into a pillow, sleeping bag or duvet. In a short while, damaged smaller clusters become even more damaged, crushing down to the point that they no longer trap enough air to make sufficient bedding.
Large goose down clusters are handled and cleaned with care so they maintain their quality. The larger clusters are usually less frail anyway, so they can withstand years of utilisation and even compressed storage. A goose down duvet or pillow that has been stored for several years can be shaken back to life in just a few seconds, but the crushed clusters of a duck down product are often too badly damaged to snap back into action.
Go For The Best
A down bedding product is an investment that can serve you well for the remainder of your life â€" should you choose carefully made, top quality products. Making the wrong decision will mean you've paid too much for something that may never serve you well and will degenerate swiftly.
Because goose down products are made of the big down clusters of a big bird, they are more superior to duck down products. Better procedures mean they remain in good condition through the manufacturing process as well.
When you choose to invest in down, invest in goose down. It's a decision for which you'll thank yourself each night.
Size has lots to do with the major difference, as you will soon understand.
Big Birds Have Better Down
Down is made up of clusters that hold air. Big clusters come from big birds, and geese are much larger than ducks. This suggests that goose down is generally superior to duck down thanks to the size alone, but that doesn't tell the whole story.
Down, as you'll know, isn't feathers. It's the soft stuff that grows under the feathers on a waterfowl. That suggests that down doesn't have quills or other spiky bits that can stick into you, causing discomfort. Instead , down is made up of clusters that have a small shaft and thousands of small filaments that sprout from around it.
The bigger the bird, the better the clusters. That's because clusters grow as a bird gets bigger. Larger ducks have better clusters for bedding than smaller ones, and larger geese â€" which are much bigger than any type of duck â€" have even better down clusters than smaller geese.
It's the quantity of air that gets trapped inside a cluster that makes a down pillow or duvet feel soft and lush, and large clusters from large birds trap more air.
Better Processing Too
It's possible to process the little clumps of duck down into fairly good bedding but for some reason, duck down is mostly harshly processed. Ironically, those little clusters are less able to withstand processing than larger, more durable duck down clusters.
You see, down products that are made with conscientiously processed clusters can last for years â€" decades, in fact. But small, frail clusters that are over-processed are damaged before they are inserted into a pillow, sleeping bag or duvet. In a short while, damaged smaller clusters become even more damaged, crushing down to the point that they no longer trap enough air to make sufficient bedding.
Large goose down clusters are handled and cleaned with care so they maintain their quality. The larger clusters are usually less frail anyway, so they can withstand years of utilisation and even compressed storage. A goose down duvet or pillow that has been stored for several years can be shaken back to life in just a few seconds, but the crushed clusters of a duck down product are often too badly damaged to snap back into action.
Go For The Best
A down bedding product is an investment that can serve you well for the remainder of your life â€" should you choose carefully made, top quality products. Making the wrong decision will mean you've paid too much for something that may never serve you well and will degenerate swiftly.
Because goose down products are made of the big down clusters of a big bird, they are more superior to duck down products. Better procedures mean they remain in good condition through the manufacturing process as well.
When you choose to invest in down, invest in goose down. It's a decision for which you'll thank yourself each night.
About the Author:
Annemien Ganzevoort works at Hex Valley, a South African company that produces top products such as goose down pillows and as a consequence loves to share about the topic whilst training others on the smaller details.
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