A duvet insert, also called a doona, goes inside a duvet cover. Choose its warmth rating for your bedroom, then match the cover to the insert's width and length. SCANDALINEN duvet covers and bedding sets do not include a duvet insert.
Start with your bedroom, not the name of the season
A heated bedroom and an unheated room can need different bedding, even in the same Australian winter. Before buying an insert, check the manufacturer's warmth guidance and think about how your room feels overnight. If you already wake up too hot, a heavier insert is unlikely to solve that. If you are cold under your current summer doona, compare warmer options within the maker's range.
Do not compare fill weight alone across different materials. Read the warmth rating, filling composition, construction and care instructions together. The GSM of a linen cover describes its fabric weight; it is not the warmth rating of the duvet inside. Our linen fabric weight guide explains what to look for when choosing the cover.
Check what the insert is filled with
Wool, down and down-alternative are different options, not interchangeable descriptions. Check the composition label rather than assuming that a product called down-alternative contains natural fibres. For a down blend, look at the listed proportions. For any insert, check whether its care requirements fit your routine and whether you have room to wash and dry it as directed.
Our kapok pillow inserts are for pillows. They are not duvet inserts or a substitute for a winter doona.
Match the actual dimensions
Use the width and length on the insert label, in centimetres or inches. Compare those numbers with the cover dimensions before choosing Queen or King: size names can differ between countries and brands. A larger cover around a smaller insert leaves unfilled fabric at the edges. For more filled coverage over the sides of the bed, choose a larger insert and its matching cover.
If your insert is an unusual size, send us its measurements for a custom cover quote. Include the units and preferred colour so we can confirm the details before payment.
Add a layer you can take off
A separate blanket over the duvet makes it easier to adjust the bed as the night changes. A flat sheet beneath the duvet is optional; choose it if you like that extra washable layer. Try one change at a time so you can tell what makes you comfortable. A linen cover cannot guarantee that you will never feel too hot or too cold.
Questions before you order
Does a duvet cover come with a doona?
No. Our cover-only products contain one cover. A duvet cover set contains a cover and two pillowcases. A four-piece bedding set adds a flat or fitted sheet. None includes a duvet insert.
Which insert is warmest?
There is no single answer from the fibre name alone. Compare the manufacturer's warmth ratings and recommended use for the specific inserts you are considering.
Can I use the same cover all year?
You can keep the same cover when changing inserts, provided the dimensions match. Choose the insert and any extra layers for your comfort.
Choose the cover once the insert is settled
Browse French linen duvet covers sold separately, or choose a cover with two pillowcases. If you also need a sheet, see the four-piece bedding sets. For measuring and first-wash guidance, read the duvet cover size guide.
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