Traditional duvets could be making sleep harder than it should be. There’s a better way...
For decades the duvet has been the default.
But that does not mean it is the best.
Here is why it might be time to let it go.
#1 Too hot
Your core body temperature needs to fall for deep sleep.
A thick duvet traps heat and makes it harder for your body to cool naturally. Even small rises can break up deep sleep and REM leaving you less restored.
Being able to choose your own cover or a lighter, more breathable layer lets your body do what it evolved to do: cool down and rest deeply.
41%
of adults say overheating or sweating disrupts their sleep at least once a week
#2 Different sleepers need different things
No two bodies run at the same temperature.
You might sleep hot while your partner runs cold.
You might like a heavyweight cover, they might want lightness.
A single shared duvet forces compromise and often leaves both of you less comfortable.
#3 Partner tug-of-war
A shared duvet often means fighting for coverage.
Each pull or shift can trigger tiny awakenings that you will not remember but will feel the next morning.
#4 Airflow matters
Traditional duvets seal you in.
Limited airflow can cause stuffiness, sweating and a rise in humidity close to the skin.
A cooler, more breathable cover keeps air moving, helping temperature stay stable through the night.
#5 Allergens build up
Duvets can hold onto dust mites, pet dander and pollen.
Lighter individual covers or alternative materials make it easier to wash and refresh bedding, cutting down on irritants that can trigger congestion or itchy skin and disturb sleep.
#6 Better for restless sleepers
If one of you tosses or turns, the whole duvet shifts.
Sleeping separately or with tailored covers means each person’s movements stay contained, reducing disturbances for the other.
#7 More control, better routine
When you build your own sleep setup, you control weight, warmth and layering.
Over time, that personal comfort leads to easier wind down, faster sleep onset and fewer night wakings.
Weighted blankets are designed for deeper, calmer sleep.
They offer a secure, grounded feeling without trapping heat and give each sleeper their own tailored setup.
Deeper, more restful sleep
Reduces tossing and turning so you stay asleep longer and wake feeling restored
Stay cool
Maintain the perfect temperate even on hot summer nights with breathable bamboo
Secure feeling of a heavy duvet
The weight and security of a heavy duvet, but maintain the perfect temperature all night
Pressure calms the nervous system
Gentle, even weight calms the nervous system helping you switch off and sleep
Contours to your body
Even weight moulds to you for an all-night hug sensation without trapping heat
Machine washable cover
A removable bamboo cover makes it simple to wash and keep your blanket clean
"Helping with anxiety and sleep"
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The blanket is amazing
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The weighted blanket is amazing!
It does what a weighted blanket is meant to do - calm your nervous system. I like that it has a quilted/silky finish rather than a blanket/knitted finish. It makes it more comfortable to use at night and means I don’t overheat.
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The best thing that's ever happened to me.
Aside from the day I met my wife, this is the best thing that's ever happened to me.
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Superb.
I bought the 9KG weighted blanket and it’s so soft. No issues with overheating like with the velvet/velour versions you typically find.
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Amazing feel and quality.
I bought a lovely weighted blanket from Owl+Lark and was absolutely impressed with the quality. Pricier than competitors but amazing feel and quality.
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The material is lovely and the attention to detail is superb.
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Helping with anxiety and sleep.
My daughter loves the weighted blanket. It is beautiful to touch and look at as well as helping her with anxiety and sleep. The blanket arrived quickly and is in a great hold-all.
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We’re so confident you will love it, we offer free delivery and free returns
FAQ
How does a weighted blanket work?
Weighted blankets work by applying gentle, even pressure across your body, known as deep pressure stimulation.
This calming effect can help lower stress hormones, boost serotonin, and promote deeper, more restful sleep.
Can I return it if it's not for me?
Yes! We offer a 30-night trial with our Weighted Blanket so you can really test it out.
If you find it's not quite right for you, we'll arrange a collection.
Do you do offer different sizes?
In order to get the full benefits of a weighted blanket, it must wrap around you fully.
We tested larger sizes, but it doesn’t wrap around either sleeper well enough and pulls you both into the middle.
We therefore have one size: 135 x 200cm
What weight do I need?
We recommend choosing the blanket that is around 10% of your body weight.
As a general rule, the user of the blanket should be able to carry the full weight of the blanket themselves.
If you are unsure we recommend going down in weight.
