what is real purpose of a feather bed?

Question

I was given a feather bed; it's very heavy; is it to be used as a mattress topper or like a comforter?

Answer 1

In a word, comfort! We use our feather bed on top of the mattress with a washable, absorbent pad between it and the fitted sheet (flannel at this time of year!). I fluff it daily to redisribute the feathers and down, and turn it when I change the sheets each week. I believe it's dry-clean only, so probably an occasional airing and annual cleaning would keep it in good shape. We've only had ours about 6 months but love it for the comfort. Haven't slept better in years!

Answer 2

Originally, in Europe and later the New World, feather beds were placed on top of the cotton ticking matrress which was stuffed with straw. As coarse as the cotton ticking was, occasionally the straw could poke through the mattress and the sheet (if the householder could afford one) which could be quite uncomfortable. The other less savory aspect of the feather bed was that it was an additional layer between the human body and the invariable bed bugs. Unfortunately, it was not understood that BIRDS (from which the down comes) were the usual source of bed bugs. (Now they hitch a ride on the seams of nylon luggage.)

Feather beds are much more expensive than down-filled duvets or comforters. They are a heavier construction. So if you live in a damp climate without central heating, it may suit you to use the feather bed as a warm covering. If, on the other hand, you live in a place with all the modern conveniences, it would be better used it to even out a lumpy or hard matress.

Answer 3

What Is A Feather Bed

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what is real purpose of a feather bed?
I was given a feather bed; it's very heavy; is it to be used as a mattress topper or like a comforter?

Answer 5

I had a feather bed at one time. It was my understanding that it
was to be used as a mattress topper, however I used it as a
comforter. As you probably know they are stuffed with Down
Feathers, and I can tell you they are really warm. Don't bother
lighting the fireplace, you won't need it!

Answer 6

ok, i had this problem with squirrels in my attic. they have suirrel friendly cages. go out and get one, they arent too much and if you are trying to be nice and not kill them this really is the best way to go. I took a wad of peanut butter and rolled it with oats placing it in the cage. everytime i set out the cage i would have a squirrel within 24 hours. take the little buggers to a park or uninhabited area and release them back to the wild. Some may run after seeing their caged friends. If they choose not to then just catch them also, they aren't the smartest creatures ever. this technique should work wonders on the rabbits too. no guns, no poison, your flowers are good, everyone is happy

Answer 7

feather beds are supposed to make your mattress warmer and more comfortable.

Answer 8

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Answer 9

I do think for warmth but really just to poke at you and make you itchy.

Answer 10

It is softer, and is warmer.