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Icelandic Eiderdown Duvet

The luxuriously soft, ethereally light Eiderdown Duvet is the manifestation of blissful comfort. Every one is handmade to order by local artisans following a 1000-year-old tradition of Icelandic craftsmanship in perfect harmony with nature.

2-4 weeks Manufacture time
1-2 weeks Estimated delivery
10 years Warranty

The crème de la crème of duvets

Our eiderdown duvets are an investment. Each one is handmade to your preferences, and can offer up to 50 years of blissful sleep. Eiderdown is also sustainably hand-gathered, and the rarest, most valuable source of down on the planet.

You’ll receive a government certificate with your order, proving our eiderdown’s quality and authenticity.

We like to think that investing in your sleep is the best kind of investment you could make.

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Fill Weights

Choose between three fill weights depending on your climate and preferences:

  • Light - Excellent for warm climates and warm sleepers.
  • Medium - Our most popular weight. Ideal for most temperate climates.
  • Warm- Great for chilly rooms and cold sleepers.

Eiderdown contracts and expands to keep you at the perfect temperature. Choose 'Medium' if you are uncertain.

You can see the amount of eiderdown in each size and fill combination on this page.

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Can’t find your size?

We can fully-customise the duvet to your exact specifications. Contact us for a custom quote.

Free shipping
worldwide
Free Shipping Worldwide

Tracked, first-class international shipping with FedEx, DHL, UPS or TNT to your country of residence.

Government
certified
Government certified

Our duvets are inspected by the Icelandic government and come with a certificate of authenticity and quality.

Ten-year
warranty
Ten-year warranty

Your duvet is fully-covered for ten years for free repairs or replacement if there are any manufacturing issues.

Concierge Service

Prefer to start with a personal consultation? Contact Ragna to discuss the full customization of your duvet.

The Icelandic Eiderdown Duvet

Sustainably & traditionally handcrafted in the wild fjords of east Iceland.

The Pinnacle of Luxurious Comfort For Bedding

The Icelandic Eiderdown Duvet is handmade in Iceland’s most remote fjords using sustainably-sourced materials and centuries-old craftsmanship.

Filled with eiderdown – the most prized and insulating down on the planet – our duvets are wonderfully soft and surprisingly temperature-regulating for year-round comfort.

Every duvet is made-to-order to suit your exact needs and preferences for a lifetime of great sleep.

Eiderdown is Iceland's Most Prized Natural Resource

From Iceland’s first viking settlers to European royalty, eiderdown has been prized throughout history for its astounding physical properties. It’s pure, quill-free softness, trapping air in a tangle of interwoven threads to create insulating pockets of Arctic-beating warmth.

Only 4000kg of eiderdown is produced each year. It’s scarcer than gold, platinum and diamonds – combined and multiplied. 75% of the world’s eiderdown comes from our native Iceland.

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Product Details
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Materials & Construction

Every eiderdown duvet is custom handmade to order by local artisans with the highest-quality ethically-sourced materials.

Fill Material
100% pure Icelandic eiderdown. Sustainably collected in Iceland’s eastern fjords. Certified by the Icelandic government for quality and authenticity.

Cotton Cover
Hypoallergenic, 100% down-proof sateen cotton. 475 thread count. Weight 94 g/m2. From Germany.

Silk Cover
Hypoallergenic, 100% down-proof silk. 442 thread count. Weight 120 g/m2. From Germany.

Construction
24-60 individual baffle-box compartments filled with eiderdown and stitched by hand for an even spread and lasting insulating properties.

Sizing & Fill Weight

Pick from 17 sizing options ranging from Single (55″ x 79″) to US King OS (116″ x 98″). We can also create your duvet in custom dimensions if you prefer.

Fill Weight
Choose between three fill weights depending on your climate and preferences:

  • Light – Excellent for warm climates and warm sleepers.
  • Medium – Our most popular weight. Ideal for most temperate climates.
  • Warm – Great for chilly rooms and cold sleepers.

Eiderdown contracts and expands to keep you at the perfect temperature. Choose ‘Medium’ if you are uncertain.

Clockwise from Left:
Baby Eiderduck; Eiderduck nesting; the Eiderduck Sanctuary

Sustainably Sourced from Wild Eider Ducks

Protected by the Icelandic government since 1847, Icelandic eider ducks enjoy the best of both worlds – freedom and protection. In the fjords of Loðmundarfjörður, we provide the birds with safe sanctuary from predators, where they voluntarily nest during summer.

In return, they’re rewarded with a nestful of highly-prized eiderdown when the birds leave for the Arctic seas. No birds are harmed in the process. Eiderdown farming finds the perfect, symbiotic balance between bird and man.

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Traditionally Handmade in Iceland's Fjords

It’s our passion to preserve our ecosystems and support our communities. In keeping with our Icelandic heritage, our duvets are produced with local materials and labour in Borgarfjörður, a town nestled in the majestic fjords of east Iceland.

The finest-quality German-made 475-thread cotton satin casings are filled with eiderdown into 24-60 individual baffle-box compartments for a luxuriously soft, even spread. Everything is done by hand, with no detail left untouched.

Our Promise? A Lifetime of Blissful Sleep.

Ordering one of our duvets is a unique experience. You’ll be in direct contact with our founder, Ragna Oskarsdottir. She will guide you through the ordering process and help you customise every single detail of your order to fit your preferences.

Our duvets are certified by the Icelandic government, and can last up to 50 years. An investment in one of our duvets is an investment in your sleep – arguably the most important thing in life for your health and wellbeing.

Interested?

Contact Ragna, our founder. She would be happy to answer any questions you may have.

Orders, Shipping & Returns

Ordering Process

Ragna, our founder, will reach out to you after you place your order to confirm your details. You will receive your duvet within 6 weeks of ordering (2-4 weeks manufacturing, 1-2 weeks shipping).

Free Global Shipping

Complementary tracked, first-class international shipping with DHL, TNT, FedEx or UPS to your country of residence. Shipping takes 1-2 weeks depending on the destination.

Warranty & Returns

Ten years of free repairs if there is a manufacturing flaw. Due to production costs, we can offer a partial 70% refund on returns made within 60 days.

74 Reviews

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In need of a new down comforter, I began to research top quality down comforters. Eider down popped up in my research several times. I further researched where I could purchase eiderdown comforters. Icelandic Down popped up in every search I entered. My research revealed how they work in tandem with nature to produce an impeccable product. The price of their products led me to think through the investment I was to make. I decided to place my order. From the first night, there was instant warmth from the duvet. It provides a temperature controlled warmth throughout the night. I am 1000 percent happy and satisfied with my new eiderdown duvet. In addition, I am a devout animal lover and environmentalist. Icelandic Down checks all the boxes of supporting a sustainable environment and superb craftsmanship. Other companies sell eiderdown as well, but they cannot compete with the bespoke products offered by Icelandic Down

Karen
16 February, 2025

Truly the best, hands down. Beautifully crafted, light and o, so comfortable! Ragna is a great help, thank you for everything!

Olga M
2 February, 2025

When I found Icelandic Down, I first bought their eiderdown pillows. I was so impressed with the quality, I shortly then ordered a duvet. It was a pleasure working with Ragna. It is truly the best pillow or duvet money can buy. I highly recommend.

Andrew Jolly
1 February, 2025

I’ve been wanting to buy an eiderdown comforter for a decade or two. I am soooo happy with mine. Ragna is very easy to work with and it turned out exactly as I wanted. I look forward to bed every night!

Nina H
30 January, 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why is Eiderdown expensive?

Short answer? A combination of Eiderdown’s exceptional quality, unique physical properties, natural scarcity, the difficulty and labor-intensiveness of cultivation and production, and overall market demand! 

Long answer...

Numerous factors influence the price of Eiderdown! 

First, Eiderdown is uniquely sourced from wild eider ducks – a sea bird inhabiting the North Atlantic. Unlike commercially farmed geese, who sadly spend their short lives in complete captivity, eider ducks are wild and live for approximately 20 years. They spend 11 months of the year fishing in the icy waters of the North Atlantic, during which eiderdown is their insulating lifeline. Their longer lifespan and uniquely harsh environment have, over Millenia of evolution, meant that Eiderdown has adapted to be uniquely insulating but light, breathable, and temperature-regulating.

When eider ducks reach three years of age, they pair up for mating and return to land for a brief nesting season. Icelanders prepare sanctuaries to keep them safe while they incubate their eggs, during which the females shed a surprising amount of down.  

When her ducklings hatch and are ready to leave the nest, local farmers carefully collect the down by hand, a tradition passed down for centuries. Cleaning is meticulous and done naturally without chemicals, preserving the down’s natural resilience and unmatched softness. 

Eiderdown is also the rarest, most expensive down in the world, and for good reason. Only a few thousand kilograms are harvested worldwide each year, making it more expensive by weight than gold or platinum!

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Why is eiderdown better than other duvet fillings?

The secret of Eiderdown’s superiority lies in the birds themselves.

Eider ducks live for up to 24 years, 80% of which they spend in Iceland’s cold seas and coasts. They endure harsh Arctic climates, and like trees strengthened by strong winds, these extreme environments enhance Eiderdown’s quality and unique physical properties.

This longer lifespan spent in the wild offers unique advantages:

  • Unmatched insulation - Eiderdown develops a uniquely interlocking, microscopic structure, trapping heat far better than any other natural type of down or natural material. 
  • Soft and lightweight - Evolution developed Eiderdown to make it perfect for agile fishing in the icy-cold depths of the Atlantic, making it warm but surprisingly soft, light, and adaptable, and perfect for bedding
  • Temperature-regulating - Eiderdown adjusts to your body temperature, offering warmth in winter and breathability in summer.
  • Supple but resilient - Naturally elastic and self-clinging, eiderdown stays evenly distributed inside duvets and comforters without synthetic stabilizers.

Holding Eiderdown in your hand is magical; all you’ll feel is a glowing warmth – it weighs practically nothing. And when you stuff it into your fist and then release it, it’ll spring up to 10 times its volume.

Oh, and unlike other bird downs (goose or commercial duck down) which often involve cruel processes like live plucking, Eiderdown is 100% sustainable and animal-friendly – the birds voluntarily leave their down behind in their nests. No birds are harmed in the process!

The end result? A luxurious, cozy sleeping experience—all with a clean conscience.

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How is Icelandic eiderdown better than other down?

Icelandic eiderdown is sourced from wild eider ducks. These ducks spend decades living mostly at sea, and the harsh environmental conditions of the Atlantic Ocean help them develop powerfully insulating, temperature-regulating, but soft, light down to survive.

Unlike other eiderdown, i is also sourced from the remotest corners of Iceland, one of the world’s wildest, purest, pristine environments. In the country’s remotest coastal fjords and islands, the air, water, and earth remain untouched by pollution. 

Unlike other down, which may be mixed or chemically processed, our eiderdown is 100% natural, gently gathered by local farmers, and painstakingly hand-cleaned.

Finally, Icelandic government inspectors certify all of Icelandic Down’s eiderdown for authenticity and quality, ensuring every gram of down meets the highest standards. 

How ethical or sustainable is eiderdown?

Unlike other bird down (goose or commercial duck down) which often involve cruel processes like live plucking or industrial farming, eiderdown is sustainable and animal-friendly. The eider ducks voluntarily leave their down behind when they abandon their nests. No birds are harmed in the process! In fact, they seem to quite like the company of humans. 

We also collect, process, and manufacture everything by hand using local labor in the remotest regions of Iceland. This ensures that we maintain century-long traditions and support local economies while minimising our carbon footprint.

How do I know that the eiderdown is genuine?

You’ll receive two certificates with your order.

One is a veterinary certificate guaranteeing the origin of the eiderdown and stating that the eiderdown is collected from healthy birds.

The second certificate comes from one of twelve quality inspectors who have been appointed by the Icelandic government to oversee that all eiderdown sold and exported in Iceland is pure, quality eiderdown and that the weight described is accurate.

Who is behind Icelandic Down?

Icelandic Down is a small, family-run company based in Iceland. Ragna Óskarsdóttir is our Founder and CEO, and handles all customer enquiries and orders.

I have an unanswered question. What do I do?

You can ask Ragna, our founder, anything. Contact her via email (ragna@icelandicdown.com), phone (+354 892 3342), or instant message (click the chat icon in the bottom-right of your screen).

Products & Customization

Eiderdown duvet vs comforter - what's the difference?

There is no real difference - except in our product sizing. Both are down-filled blankets with baffle-box stitching. Duvet is the term used in the United Kingdom, Commonwealth countries and elsewhere. Comforter is used in the United States and Canada.

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How many grams of eiderdown do your products contain?

This depends on two things - fill power and product dimension.

Click here for a full list of specifications for duvets and comforters.

Click here for a full list of specifications for pillows.

Feel free to contact Ragna for more information.

How are your products constructed?

Everything is custom-made to order, meaning we hold no stock. Our duvets and comforters are hand-stitched using a baffle-box technique. Cotton casings are filled with eiderdown then evenly spread between baffle boxes, keeping the spread even.

Pillows are simpler, and don't require baffle-boxing.
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What are your product dimensions?

We have a huge range of dimensions for comforters and duvets, as well as pillows. We can also produce 100% custom product dimensions depending on your needs.

Click here for a list of dimensions for comforters and duvets, and here for pillows.

Which fill amount should I choose?

We offer three different “fills” — light, medium and warm. This determines how much eiderdown we put inside.

If you tend to get cold at night, then you should choose the warm option, which has plenty of eiderdown to keep you warm at night.

However, if you tend to feel hot at night, then you may want to consider the light option. It has less eiderdown. If you are familiar with the TOG rating, then these are the TOG numbers for our duvets/comforters:

Light: 6-7 Tog
Medium: 9-10.5 Tog
Warm: 12-14 Tog

If you don’t know which one to choose, then we recommend the medium option. It should work fine because eiderdown tends to adapt to your temperature by expanding when it’s cold and compressing when it’s warm.

We can also add custom fill amounts if you want more or less eiderdown.

For a full list of fill weights, click here for duvets/comforters, and here for pillows.

What if I want to adjust my bedding?

Returned products must be received by us within 60 days of the date of your purchase. You must bear the cost of shipping the product back to us. We’d be happy to make any adjustments to your order within this window.

Do you sell sheets, covers, or casings?

No, eiderdown is all we do.

Our recommendation: choose the covers that suit your home’s unique decor–and your personal preferences. Second, choose high-quality, natural fabrics. To fully enjoy Eiderdown’s extraordinary cloud-like softness, try to find covers that match its light nature.

How do I care for my eiderdown duvet/comforter/pillow?

Eiderdown bedding requires very little in terms of product care.


But to preserve the exceptional quality of your eiderdown bedding, we recommend the following:
uncheckedUse a high-quality cover - Cotton, silk, linen, or bamboo covers are all suitable. This will protect your duvet or comforter, keeping it clean and reducing the need for washing. You can wash your covers as you would your regular sheets.
uncheckedAir it out regularly – Eiderdown thrives on fresh air. Simply shaking it out and letting it breathe will maintain its loft and softness. 
uncheckedWash when necessary – Unlike synthetic fillings, eiderdown doesn’t trap odors or bacteria, so it rarely needs washing. Washing can degrade the eiderdown’s physical properties if it is not done professionally (or properly!). 

If washing is necessary:


Clean professionally: To ensure the down remains intact, we recommend washing your bedding with trusted professional cleaners. Ideally, this would be a company that specializes in or is experienced in cleaning down bedding.
Wash delicately: If washing at home, use a delicate cycle, down-specific detergent, and cold water.
Dry thoroughly: Down takes a long time to dry, and eiderdown takes even longer. Even after it feels dry to the touch, keep drying it using a low-heat tumble dryer until it fully expands (just like a down jacket).r guidelines:

Shipping, Guarantees & Refunds

How should I order bedding?

Visit our online store and visit the product page you’re interested in. There, you can adjust dimensions and fill weight. You can then pay via our online checkout. 

However, if you have custom specifications or need help, feel free to contact Ragna (contact@icelandicdown.com or via live chat on this website).

Where do you ship to?

We offer worldwide shipping via DHL Express, ensuring fast and secure delivery to any location.


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How long does it take for my order to arrive?

Product manufacturing takes 2-4 weeks, and shipping takes 1-2 weeks. It depends on a few factors, including our back orders and shipping distance. A good estimate is - you’ll receive your product 3-6 weeks from ordering.

What guarantees do you offer?

All of our bedding is covered by a ten-year warranty. If the product breaks due to a flaw, then you can send it back to us for free repair or replacement. You'll also receive a lifetime of customer support from Ragna herself.

What if I want a refund?

If you are unhappy with your product, then you are eligible for a partial refund. We can refund 70% of the product price if we receive it in new or gently used condition. We cannot offer full refunds because a large part of the cost of producing our products is not recoverable.

We must receive the product within 60 days of your purchase for you to be eligible for a partial refund.

Once we receive the product, we will refund your money via credit card or international wire transfer.

Okay, I'm interested. What next?

You can contact me (Ragna, the founder) directly at ragna@icelandicdown.com. If you’d prefer to order online, you can order directly from the shop.

Have a Question?
Contact Ragna.

If you're interested in learning more about our products or the ordering process, I'd be happy to help. Email ragna@icelandicdown.com or message below.