How to do quilted quilt warm performance

Quilted quilt is a common bedding, and its thermal performance is crucial to the user’s sleep quality and comfort. In this paper, from the quilting quilt material selection, quilting process, filling amount and density, size and design as well as use and maintenance of many aspects, how to do a good job of quilting quilt thermal performance, for consumers and producers to provide useful reference and suggestions.

I. Introduction

Quilting is favored by consumers for its beautiful appearance, soft feel and good thermal performance. In the cold winter, a quilted quilt with good thermal performance can provide people with a warm and comfortable sleeping environment, help people resist the cold and maintain good health. Therefore, how to do a good job of quilting quilt thermal performance, is the producer and consumer are very concerned about the problem.

Second, quilting quilt thermal performance of the influencing factors

(1) Material selection

fabric
Natural fiber fabric
Cotton fabric: cotton fabric has good air permeability, moisture absorption and warmth, is one of the commonly used fabrics for quilting quilt. Pure cotton fabric is soft and comfortable, no irritation to the skin, can effectively maintain the temperature inside the quilt, but also can absorb the body’s sweat, keep dry.
Silk fabric: Silk is a natural protein fiber, with good heat retention, air permeability and moisture absorption. Silk fabric is soft and smooth, good close-fit, can effectively maintain the body temperature, but also has antibacterial, anti-allergic properties, good for skin health.
Synthetic fabric
Polyester fiber fabric: Polyester fiber fabric has good wear resistance, wash resistance and wrinkle resistance, and the price is relatively low. However, the air permeability and moisture absorption of polyester fiber fabrics are poor, and the thermal performance is not as good as that of natural fiber fabrics.
Nylon fabric: Nylon fabric has high strength and wear resistance, but the air permeability and moisture absorption are also poor, and the thermal insulation performance is general.

Filling material
Natural fiber filling material
Cotton: Cotton is one of the most commonly used quilting filling materials, with good heat retention, air permeability and moisture absorption. The thermal performance of cotton depends on the variety of cotton, origin, picking time and processing technology. Generally speaking, the thermal performance of long-staple cotton is better than that of short-staple cotton, and the thermal performance of Xinjiang cotton is better than that of cotton in other regions.
Wool: Wool has good warmth, air permeability and moisture absorption, and is a high-grade quilting filler material. The thermal performance of wool depends on the variety, fineness, length and crimp of wool. In general, Australian wool and New Zealand wool have better thermal properties.
Silk: Silk is a natural protein fiber with good heat retention, air permeability and moisture absorption. The thermal performance of silk depends on the variety, origin, breeding method and processing technology of silk. Generally speaking, mulberry silk has better thermal performance than tussah silk.
Synthetic fiber filling material
Polyester fiber: Polyester fiber is a commonly used quilting filling material, with good warmth, fluffiness and resilience. The thermal properties of polyester depend on factors such as the thickness, length and crimp of the fiber. In general, the thermal performance of hollow polyester fiber is better than that of ordinary polyester fiber.
Polypropylene fiber: Polypropylene fiber has good warmth, lightness and washable resistance, and the price is relatively low. However, the air permeability and moisture absorption of polypropylene fiber are poor, and the thermal performance is not as good as that of natural fiber filling materials.

(2) quilting process

Quilting density
Quilting density is the number of quilted threads per square inch. The greater the density of quilting, the less easily the filling material of the quilt will shift, and the better the thermal performance. In general, a quilting density between 3-6 stitches/inch is more appropriate.
Quilting pattern
Quilting pattern can not only increase the beauty of the quilt, but also affect the thermal performance of the quilt. In general, the linear quilting pattern has better thermal performance, because the linear quilting pattern can make the filling material more evenly distributed and reduce the loss of heat. The complex curved quilting pattern, due to the large distance between the quilting lines, the filling material is easy to shift, and the thermal performance is relatively poor.

(3) Filling quantity and density

Filling amount
The filling amount refers to the weight of the filling material in the quilting quilt. The greater the amount of filling, the better the warmth of the quilt. However, too much filling will also make the quilt too heavy, affecting the comfort of use. In general, the filling amount of single quilting is between 1-2kg, and the filling amount of double quilting is between 2-3kg.
Packing density
Filling density refers to the degree to which the filling material is filled in the quilt. The higher the filling density, the better the warmth of the quilt. However, too much filling density will also make the quilt too stiff, affecting the comfort of use. In general, the filling density is between 0.2-0.3g /cm³.

(4) Size and design

dimension

The size of the quilted quilt should be selected according to the size of the bed and the height of the user. In general, the quilted quilt size of a single bed is 150cm × 200cm, and the quilted quilt size of a double bed is 200cm × 230cm. If the user is tall, you can choose a larger quilted quilt to ensure that the quilt can fully cover the body and reduce heat loss.

design

The design of the quilted quilt will also affect its thermal performance. For example, a quilted quilt with a stand design can make the filling material more fluffy and increase the air content, thus improving the thermal performance. In addition, the corner design of the quilting quilt is also very important, if the corner design is used, it can effectively prevent the heat from escaping from the corner and improve the thermal insulation performance.

(5) Use and maintenance

Use
When using quilted quilt, the quilt should be laid flat on the bed to avoid folding or curling, so as not to affect the warm performance of the quilt. In addition, the quilt can be preheated in advance before going to bed, such as placing the quilt on the heater or heating with a hot water bag, which can increase the initial temperature of the quilt, so that the user feels warmer when sleeping.
upkeep
Regular cleaning and drying of quilted quilt can keep it clean and loose, thereby improving thermal performance. In general, the quilting quilt should be cleaned every 1-2 months, and a mild detergent should be selected when cleaning, avoiding the use of bleach and strong detergent. When drying, you should choose a sunny and well-ventilated place, and avoid drying in a dark and humid place to avoid breeding bacteria and mold.

Third, improve the quilting quilt thermal performance

(1) Choose high-quality materials

fabric
When choosing fabrics, natural fiber fabrics, such as cotton and silk, should be preferred. Pure cotton fabric has good air permeability and moisture absorption, which can keep the inside of the quilt dry, thereby improving the thermal performance. Silk fabric is soft and smooth, good close-fit, can effectively maintain the body temperature, but also has antibacterial, anti-allergic properties, good for skin health.
If you choose synthetic fiber fabrics, you should choose fabrics with good air permeability and moisture absorption, such as new functional polyester fabrics. These fabrics are specially treated to improve the problem of poor air permeability and moisture absorption of synthetic fiber fabrics and improve thermal insulation.
Filling material
When choosing filling materials, natural fiber filling materials, such as cotton, wool and silk, should be preferred. These filling materials have good heat retention, air permeability and moisture absorption, which can effectively maintain the temperature and humidity inside the quilt and improve the thermal insulation performance.
If you choose a synthetic fiber filling material, you should choose a filling material with a hollow structure or added thermal additives, such as hollow polyester fiber and far-infrared polyester fiber. These fillers can increase the air content, improve the thermal performance, but also have good fluffy and resilient, more comfortable to use.

(2) Optimize the quilting process

Increased quilting density
Increasing the quilting density can make the filling material more fixed and reduce the displacement of the filling material, thus improving the thermal performance. Quilting density can be increased by increasing the number of quilting threads or reducing the distance between quilting threads.
Choose the right quilting pattern
Choose linear or simple geometric quilting pattern, can make the filling material distribution more uniform, reduce heat loss, improve thermal performance. Avoid choosing complex curved quilting patterns, so as not to easily shift the filling material and affect the thermal performance.

(3) Reasonable control of filling amount and density

Determine the appropriate amount of fill
According to the quilting quilt size, user needs and use environment and other factors, determine the appropriate filling amount. Generally speaking, in cold areas or winter, the filling amount should be appropriately increased; In warm areas or summer, the filling amount can be appropriately reduced.
Controlled filling density
When filling the filling material, the filling density should be controlled so that the filling material is both fluffy and tight. The filling density can be controlled by adjusting the parameters of the filling device or by manually filling it.

(4) Innovative size and design

Designed multi-functional quilted quilt
Quilting quilt with adjustable size or removable function can be designed to meet the needs of different users and different use scenarios. For example, it is possible to design a quilted quilt with a zipper or a buckle, and the user can turn a single quilt into a double quilt or a double quilt into a single quilt as needed.
Three-dimensional quilting design is adopted
The use of three-dimensional quilting design, such as adding a layer of lining in the middle of the quilt, can make the filling material more fluffy, increase the content of air, thereby improving the thermal performance. In addition, the thickness of the filling material can also be increased at the edges and corners of the quilt to prevent heat loss from these parts.

(5) Correct use and maintenance

Use quilt cover
Using a quilt cover can protect the quilted quilt, reduce stains and wear, and also make it easy to clean. Choosing a quilt cover with good air permeability and strong moisture absorption can improve the thermal performance of quilted quilt.
Dry and beat regularly
Regular drying and beating quilting quilt, can make the filling material to restore the fluffy, increase the content of air, improve the thermal performance. Avoid direct sunlight when drying, so as not to damage the fabric and filling material. The stroke should be moderate in force to avoid damage to the quilted quilt.

Iv. Conclusion

The thermal performance of quilting quilt is determined by a number of factors, including material selection, quilting process, filling amount and density, size and design, and use and maintenance. By selecting high-quality materials, optimizing the quilting process, reasonably controlling the filling amount and density, innovative size and design, and correct use and maintenance, the thermal performance of the quilting quilt can be effectively improved to provide consumers with a warmer and more comfortable sleep experience. In the future development, with the continuous progress of science and technology and the changing needs of consumers, the thermal performance of quilting quilt still has a lot of room for improvement, and producers and researchers need to continue to explore and innovate.