Optimization of Thermal Comfort Properties in Duvets by Thermal Resistance Measurements in Home Textile Products

Abstract

Home textiles have many functions, as well as their aesthetic features for the decoration of homes, that will make people's lives more comfortable. In other words, home textile products are textiles that increase the quality of life and satisfy the daily essentials of individuals for a healthy sleep. It is observed that the home textile industry is becoming exceedingly competitive and products that provide customer satisfaction and offer quality are generally preferred in the global market. The objective of this study is to determine the thermal comfort properties of duvets by making thermal resistance measurements in home textile products and to reveal the effects of properties on sleep quality. In line with this objective, the air and heat permeability of the duvets were measured with the TOG (Thermal Overall Grade) value. As a result of the measurements, the effects of the fiber type and thickness of the filling material in the duvet layers, the fiber type and density of the fabrics and interlining on the TOG values were observed. According to the high or low TOG value, the thermal resistance properties of the duvets were determined with the effect of layer, thickness and material. As a result of this study, the fabric, interlining and filling materials in the duvet layers were standardized according to the TOG values obtained.