Studies estimate that the average person will spend at least one-third of their lives sleeping. That equates to roughly 229,961 hours in total. With this in mind, shouldn’t finding the right bedding accessories be considered an important task?
Today we’ll be looking at six of the best feather mattress toppers and giving you a breakdown of their specifications. One of the features we considered in these toppers is the size since mattress toppers are not one size fits all products. Considering the fill and thickness of the topper is also important because that determines whether you’ll get the right comfort and support. Aside from the product reviews, we’ll also be attaching a handy buying guide which will give you a more detailed summary of the features you need to take into account. There will also be a section for the pros and cons of choosing feather mattress toppers. All this information should make finding the best feather mattress topper a lot simpler.
More features: double-layer fill design; baffle box construction; extra-deep elastic pocket; Oeko-Tex, DOWNPASS, RDS and BSCI certified
The ELEMUSE featherbed uses a two-layer fill: a fusion goose down top layer for softness, and a bottom layer of washed feather that holds its resilience instead of going flat over time. The 400-thread-count Egyptian cotton shell keeps the fill from leaking and feels smooth to the touch, while the baffle box construction sews each pocket shut so the feathers cannot migrate to one end or clump in one section.
An extra-deep elastic pocket lets it sit tight on a taller mattress, and the maker lists six sizes, from Twin at 39 by 75 inches up to Cal King at 72 by 84 inches. It carries Oeko-Tex, DOWNPASS, RDS and BSCI certification, and the feather is put through several rounds of dedusting and washing, which is worth knowing if you have sensitive skin.
More features: ADFC certified; FreshLOFT cleaning process; dry clean only
Serta is known for practical bedding, and this feather bed is an easy way to soften a mattress that has lost its plushness without replacing it. The fill is built in two layers, with feather and down fiber on top and a small waterfowl feather base underneath, all held in a 100% cotton cover with a 233 thread count.
Serta’s FreshLOFT process runs the fill through several wash and rinse cycles to clear out dirt and allergens, and the topper carries American Down and Feather Council certification. It comes in twin, full, queen, king and Cal king, so it should match whatever bed you already own.
More features: baffle box construction; adjustable anchor bands; brushed cotton cover; dry washing recommended
This topper is filled with RDS certified goose feathers and finished with a brushed cotton cover, so the surface stays breathable and easy on the skin. The three-inch loft is enough to take the edge off a firm or aging mattress, and the baffle box construction keeps the feathers spread across the whole topper instead of drifting into the corners.
Adjustable anchor bands stretch under the mattress and hold everything in place when you turn over at night. It arrives vacuum packed, so give it a few hours in a well-ventilated room to reach full loft, and dry washing is the recommended care.
More features: 233-thread-count cover
The Bluestone Down topper is filled with 95% duck and 5% down feathers and covered in 100% cotton. With its four-inch thickness, it’s thicker than most other toppers in this category. This makes it even softer to lie on.
It also sports a baffle box construction. This not only maximizes the toppers’ fluffiness but also keeps the filling from falling out. It also keeps the down and feathers evenly distributed to avoid uncomfortable scrunching in the corner or the center.
What we liked
The baffle box construction is a great feature. It ensures the down and feather filling doesn’t scrunch to one side, which will make the center uncomfortable.
What could be better
We think this topper should have some ties to secure it to the bed as it moves around.
More features: hand box-stitched compartments; double anti-down fabric; anti-slip corner bands for mattresses up to 16 inches deep
This topper splits its 2000 gsm fill evenly between white goose feather and fiber, so you get the soft give of feather without depending on it alone. The fill sits inside a 100% cotton shell that breathes well and stays quiet when you shift position, and a double anti-down fabric is used to keep quills from working their way through. Hand box-stitching holds the fill in separate compartments rather than letting it drift to the edges, while anti-slip bands at each corner keep the topper in place on mattresses up to 16 inches deep. It ships vacuum-packed, so pat it out and allow roughly a day for it to reach its full 3-inch loft.
More features: hand-sewn box stitching, elastic anchor bands
This topper combines duck feather fill with shredded memory foam, so you get the soft, sink-in feel of a feather bed with a little more rebound underneath it. The 100% cotton top is breathable and noiseless, which helps if you normally find foam surfaces too warm or too crinkly.
Hand-sewn box stitching holds the fill in its own compartments instead of letting it drift to the edges, and the anchor bands keep the topper in place on mattresses between 8 and 18 inches deep. It ships vacuum compressed, so give it a few hours to loft before you judge the full five inches.
Buying a feather mattress topper is not as simple as you might think. There are several factors that ultimately affect your comfort. In our handy buyer’s guide, we’ll be looking at some of the features to consider before choosing a feather mattress topper. We’ll also be looking at some pros and cons of using a feather mattress topper and how that affects
your comfort levels.
As with every other product you might purchase, a feather mattress topper has its pros and cons. Let’s have a look at a few of these:
Pros
Cons
When you’ve decided to purchase a feather top mattress, there are several features to take into consideration before making your final decision. It’s important to read through this section and take all these factors into consideration. This will ensure you purchase the right type of feather mattress topper for your bed size and your personal comfort.
When it comes to the filling of your mattress topper, feather and down isn’t the only option available. To pick the right option for your own bed, take into consideration how hot the topper will be and how much comfort you’re likely to get from it.
Common options include the following:
Our reviews cover two types of the feather and down fillings. The Bluestone Down & Duck Feather Topper is made of a combination of duck down and feathers. Some toppers are made from white goose feathers and down. Examples of this on our review list include the puredown topper and the Allied Essentials Luxe Featherbed topper.
Mattress topper covers should be made from 100% cotton to ensure that the feathers don’t poke through the material. A strong cover also keeps the filling from falling out. The Serta 2-inch topper on our review list has a 233-thread-count cotton cover, making it very durable.
A feature to look out for is the baffle box feature. This means that the topper is divided into different squares and sewn across each square. This creates different sewn sections, and the point of this is to keep the filling from moving around or scrunching at the bottom or middle. This will ensure your topper is soft all over. An example of this is the puredown feather topper.
Ideally the thickness you’re looking for in a mattress topper should be anything between 2 and 3 inches. A rule of thumb here is that if you require a thicker topper to be comfortable, it’s a sign that your mattress needs replacing.
On our review list, we have the puredown topper at 3 inches. The Bluestone Down & Duck Feather Topper is 4 inches thick, making this choice more comfortable than the average product.
Don’t assume that “one size fits all” when it comes to mattress toppers. Ensure that the size of the topper will cover the size of your mattress. A point to be aware of here is that some toppers like the Allied Essentials Luxe mattress topper tend to be slightly smaller than the bed. It might be a good idea to take actual measurements to ensure that your sizes match up.
Some toppers are also not available in all sizes. The LeWinBedding goose feather topper is listed in queen only. Others like the Serta 2-Inch feather topper are available in all sizes, making it a sure thing that you’ll find the right size.
Toppers could cost up to an estimated 50% of the cost it would be to replace your mattress. Ensure that your mattress is still within its lifespan. This will ensure that you don’t spend money on a mattress topper which won’t solve the comfort problem you’re experiencing.
We hope that our reviews on feather mattress toppers have given you some clarity on the choices available. If you’re still not entirely decided on your favorite, let’s recap our top three.
The Allied Essentials Luxe mattress topper is our editor’s choice, and we’ve rated it at 9.8. This topper impressed us because it offers hotel-style comfort with its down and feather combo. This is convenient because it almost guarantees you a restful night’s sleep.
Our second favorite is the Serta 2-Inch featherbed which is our best value choice because of its thoroughly cleaned feather and down fill, and rates 9.7.
Lastly, we have the LeWinBedding goose feather topper, our best all feather toppers. We rated it 9.5 because of its baffle box construction and breathable cotton cover.
We trust that our product review has provided you with the necessary information to decide on your favorite. Choosing the best feather mattress topper is all about comfort. With the information in our buyers’ guide this should be much easier now!
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