Our Featherbed does create a warm layer underneath your sheet.

Please call us in Customer Service at 1.800.870.3513 to discuss your unique needs.

It can be stored the same way you would store your down comforter and the measurements are: TW | 39 x 75 x 4 DB | 54 x 75 x 4 QN | 60 x 80 x 4 KG | 78 x 80 x 4.

It does not have straps. The featherbed can be placed under your fitted sheet which will help hold it in place.

The Garnet Hill Signature Featherbed is not offered in a California King size.

The 4" baffle box construction keeps the down contained but it should be fluffed periodically.

Tradition has it that a down-filled featherbed was placed on top of a mattress to add extra comfort, especially as the mattress became old and uneven. Today, featherbeds can be used on top of the mattress with a protector over it and the fitted sheet on top of that. Down-filled featherbeds inherently offer warmth and cooling properties as down fibers capture and keep the body’s temperature, just like the down of a duck keeps them warm in the winter and cool in warmer weather. Featherbeds do not necessarily need a mattress protector over them; they can be used on their own, over or under a sheet.

Yes, it Is RDS certified.

This is suitable for all climates.

The double featherbed weights 20.02 LBS.

Due to the down upper layer, you should not experience a crunchy feeling. The feathers are for loft and the down is for softness.

It does not have straps. The featherbed should be placed under your fitted sheet which will help hold it in place.

Down does not deter dust mites, neither does down and feather contribute to them.

Naomi, The label in the comforter says it was made in the United States. I've bought a lot of stuff from Garnet Hill over the years, and trust their representations. We purchased this comforter a couple of months ago, and like it a lot. The comforter is a good weight, and it feels cozy but not overwhelming on cold nights. It doesn't have a chemical or other intrusive smell, which we appreciate. We live in Tacoma, Washington, but I lived in Santa Fe and in Albuquerque for a long time, and I think the comforter would do well in most of New Mexico. If you're way the heck up in the mountains, and keep your house very cool or even cold at night, you might want to buy a heavier version, or plan to trap the heat with a blanket on top of the comforter. We've used this comforter in overnight temperatures in the low to mid-20's and even below, with windows partially open for fresh air; and have added only a thin alpaca throw over our feet on very cold nights. [This may be in part because my husband is tall, and tends to tug the comforter over his shoulder while he's asleep, which can leave my feet partly uncovered.] The cover fabric is appears to be durable, and is far better quality than the cover fabric I've seen on some other companies' comforters. We've put the comforter in a cotton duvet because our two cats come inside to sleep on the bed, often with muddy feet, and the duvet is quicker and easier to clean than any comforter. In summary, we are quite happy with this purchase, and recommend it without reservation. Hope this is helpful to you. Catherine