The centrepiece of any bed, investing in a good quality, season-appropriate duvet will do wonders for your sleep health. But with so many options on the market, it can be difficult to know which kind is right for you and your lifestyle. If possible, consider investing in two duvets — one for the lighter months of spring/summer and a heavier option for when the nights draw earlier and the temperature drops.

Your spring/summer duvet should be lightweight and made from natural materials like cotton, linen, down or feather, which help wick sweat and allow the skin to breathe more efficiently than synthetic fabrics. When choosing between togs (the duvet’s heat retention capacity rating), note that the ideal rating for warmer weather is between 2.5 to 4.5 tog. Put simply, the lower the rating, the less insulating your new duvet will be.

Your winter duvet, on the other hand, should be a higher tog rating. Choose one at 10.5 tog or above for cosy, insulating bedding that won’t keep you up all night shivering. For extra heat retention, opt for a down-filled or feather-filled duvet, which has better thermal properties and provides 3 to 4 times more air circulation than synthetic versions.

Of course, purchasing more than one duvet is not always practical. If you’re looking to invest in a year-round duvet, choosing a premium quality piece made with natural materials at around 10 tog is a fantastic all-rounder.