Duvet covers in your size – explore fabrics, colours and closure styles
Find a duvet cover that fits your duvet and bedroom style. Compare centimetre measurements, fabric composition and closure details, and check which pillowcases are included.
Choosing a duvet cover for your bedroom
A duvet cover protects your duvet and has a strong influence on the appearance of your bed. Start with a colour or pattern that works with your bedroom, then compare the practical details. Plain colours are easy to coordinate, while a pattern can become a focal point. Check the package contents carefully: the number and dimensions of included pillowcases can vary between products and sizes.
Find the correct duvet cover size
Read the dimensions on your duvet label and match its width and length to the cover. The bed frame measurements alone are not enough. European products are usually listed in centimetres, and names such as double or king vary between countries. Where a size includes 200/220 cm, read whether the extra length relates to a tuck-in flap. Check the stated closure too, such as an open flap, buttons or another fastening.
| Duvet cover dimensions | Check before ordering |
|---|---|
| 140 × 200 cm | Measure the duvet and check the tuck-in flap |
| 140 × 220 cm | Measure the duvet and check the tuck-in flap |
| 200 × 200 cm | Measure the duvet and check the tuck-in flap |
| 200 × 220 cm | Measure the duvet and check the tuck-in flap |
| 240 × 200 cm | Measure the duvet and check the tuck-in flap |
| 240 × 220 cm | Measure the duvet and check the tuck-in flap |
Compare fabric composition and finish
Use the full composition rather than the product name alone. Cotton describes a fibre, while percale and satin refer to weaves and can be associated with different fibre compositions. Flannel has a different surface from a smooth woven fabric. Velvet-style or teddy finishes introduce other textures again. Read the materials and care details for the specific item and choose according to the texture and feel you prefer. A fabric label is not a guarantee of one universal sleeping experience.
Washing and storing duvet covers
Follow the care label and any instructions for closing buttons or zips before washing. Wash similar colours together and check whether tumble drying is permitted. Dry the cover fully before storing it. A spare set can make changing the bed more convenient while another set is in the laundry. Match pillowcase and fitted-sheet sizes separately to your pillows and mattress rather than assuming that every matching set has the same dimensions.
Frequently asked questions
Are pillowcases always included?
No. Check the package contents and the dimensions stated for the individual product.
Does satin always mean cotton?
No. Satin describes a weave; check the separate fibre composition.
Which cover fits a double bed?
Choose by the measurements of your duvet, as double-bed names differ between countries.
Should I wash a new cover before use?
Check the care label and the instructions supplied with the product before using it.
Complete your selection
Coordinate your cover with fitted sheets and pillowcases. Compare our duvets or explore all bedding.
Read our practical guide What size duvet cover do I need?.
