What Are the Benefits of a Feather-bed Mattress Top?

Feather-bed mattress tops offer cushion and warmth.

Feather-bed mattress tops are a throwback to an earlier era, when entire beds were composed of feathers. These beds were rare and expensive, but today, feather-bed mattress tops are readily available at reasonable prices.

Identification

Feather-bed mattress tops fit onto the top of the mattress and sit under the fitted sheet. They are composed of feathers, or a combination of feathers and down, and sewn onto a cover that fits on top of the mattress.

Size

Feather-bed mattress tops are sold in sizes corresponding to the standard mattress sizes: twin, full, queen or king.

Quality

Measuring the quality of the feathers in a mattress top is done by fill power. The higher the number of the fill power, the better quality the feathers or down are considered.

Comfort

Adding a feather mattress top to your bed provides an extra layer of cushion. If your mattress feels too firm, a feather mattress top can be a good solution.

Warmth

Feathers provide insulation and will keep you warm. A feather-bed mattress top is an excellent way to make your bed warmer in winter months.

Tip

You can use a feather duvet insert on your bed to mimic the feel of a feather bed mattress top by placing it between the mattress and the fitted sheet.

References

• Allergy Consumer Review
• Old and Interesting
• Down and Feather Company

Resources

• Consumer Reports
• Comfort House