the benefits of wool duvets for hot nights

Why wool duvets are the natural choice for a better Summer Night's sleep

When summer nights turn warm and sticky, many of us instinctively throw off the covers,  or turn to synthetic “cooling” duvets in a bid for comfort. But the real secret to staying cool is already woven into nature - and it’s not what most people expect.

It’s wool.

“People often associate wool with warmth and winter bedding,” says Pauline Beijen, Co-Founder of Devon Duvets, “but in reality, it’s one of the best materials for keeping cool in the summer.”

At Devon Duvets, we’ve been working with wool for over almost two decades, and we hear it all the time from our customers: “I thought wool would make me hot - but I’ve never slept better.”

So why is this material, so often thought of for the colder months, actually a game-changer for summer?

Wool: Not just for Winter

Wool is naturally breathable, moisture-wicking, and temperature-regulating. Unlike synthetic fibres, which trap heat and hold moisture against the body, wool allows air to circulate and helps regulate your body’s temperature as you sleep.

It's like wearing linen on a hot day - light, effortless, and naturally cooling.

“Switching to a wool duvet for summer is like switching to linen clothing,” Pauline explains. “It helps your body regulate its temperature, so you can enjoy deeper, uninterrupted sleep.”

Why Summer sleep matters

Sleep experts agree: temperature is one of the biggest factors in sleep quality. Overheating at night can lead to tossing, turning, and waking up groggy. Getting the temperature right is essential to falling - and staying - asleep.

Our wool duvets are designed to work with your body, not against it, helping to:

  • Increase airflow and breathability
  • Wick away moisture
  • Naturally balance body temperature
  • Provide a 100% natural, chemical-free sleep environment.

The benefits of sleeping under wool in Summer

✅ Lightweight & Breathable

Encourages airflow, helping you stay cool all night.

✅ Moisture-Wicking

Absorbs and releases moisture naturally — no night sweats here.

✅ Temperature-Regulating

Adapts to your unique body temperature, even when the nights are unpredictable.

✅ 100% Natural & Chemical-Free. No microplastics. No chemicals. No bleaches. Just traceable British wool, as nature intended.

 

Handcrafted in Devon...Trusted Nationwide

Every Devon Duvets product is individually handcrafted by skilled seamstresses in our Devon workshop. We use only traceable 100% British wool - responsibly sourced, never chemically treated, and always treated with care.

We’re proud to say our lightweight wool duvets have been recognised with awards and praised by thousands of customers who have made the switch.

“Many of our customers tell us they sleep much better once they switch to a wool duvet,” says Pauline. “They’re amazed at how much cooler and more comfortable they feel, especially in the summer months.”

Sleep naturally this Summer

If you’ve been tossing off the duvet every night or wondering whether you need to switch to synthetic “cooling” materials, take a moment to consider what’s already working beautifully in nature.

Wool isn't just for winter - it's for every season. Especially the ones that come with warm nights and open windows.

 

Explore our lightweight wool duvets here.