EXCEPTIONAL FEATHER & DOWN COLLECTION
EFD by Schlarafia represents an exclusive collection of pillows and duvets intended to last as long as Schlarafia’s renowned handmade mattresses.
Luxury duvet ARCTIC SHIELD
Luxury duvet made out of exclusive down of the Arctic Eider duck
The natural filling of rare down from the Arctic duck allows you to enjoy an exceptionally light and airy duvet that provides outstanding thermoregulation and comfort throughout the year.
Its adaptability ensures that you can enjoy comfort regardless of your sleeping position, while its breathability helps maintain an optimal temperature throughout the night, regardless of the season.
Luxury duvet WILD&WARM
Luxury duvet made out of exclusive wild goose down
Enjoy exceptional sleep quality with a duvet filled with natural wild goose down, enveloped in a lightweight batiste cover made from the finest cotton.
Regardless of your sleeping position, the duvet adjusts to your body, providing complete comfort. Whether it’s a cold winter or a warm summer night, this duvet is ideal for year-round use.
Luxury pillow HEADERDOWN | SOFT
Neck and shoulder support pillow made from exclusive Hungarian goose feathers and down
The HEADERDOWN SOFT pillow is the perfect choice for those who want a natural pillow produced under humane conditions, providing them with quality and comfortable sleep, stable support, and hygienic sustainability for many years.
Luxury pillow HEADERDOWN | FIRM
Neck and shoulder support pillow made from exclusive Hungarian goose feathers and down
The HEADERDOWN FIRM pillow is the perfect choice for those who want a natural pillow produced under humane conditions, providing them with quality and comfortable sleep, stable support, and hygienic sustainability for many years.
Luxury pillow ARCTIC SHIELD
Luxurious three-chamber pillow made out of exclusive feathers and down of the Arctic Eider duck
With the ARCTIC SHIELD pillow, you will enjoy the natural filling of feathers and down from the Arctic Eider duck, with the touch of the finest cotton batiste cover, providing you with unmatched comfort and the quality of sleep you deserve. Complete your bedroom with this premium product that will reward you with comfort and natural luxury.
EFD BY SCHLARAFIA | A STEP FURTHER FOR THOSE WITH REFINED TASTE
In addition to our company’s long-standing tradition in manufacturing (Schlarafia has been in business for over 90 years), our production is characterized by:
- Almost exclusively handmade production
- Quality and transparency
- Flexibility and individuality in manufacturing
- “Made to order” production principle, without stocking finished products
STEP BY STEP TO QUALITY
How the raw materials are processed for the EFD collection:
- Pre-cleaning of raw materials – a cleaning machine separates dirt and other waste materials from feathers and down.
- Washing with special soap and centrifugation (70-100 kg of feathers and down).
- Drying at 130°C, which kills all bacteria.
- Cooling – removes fine dust and returns the down to normal temperature.
Sorting into categories – sorting is done using 3 chambers that separate materials of different quality levels using airflow (the lightest go to the last chamber, the heaviest to the first). Different airflow strengths enable sorting based on different quality characteristics.
PRODUCT FILLING | FINEST POLAR FEATHER & DOWN
The most valuable feathers and down come from northern birds that inhabit the Arctic climate. The colder the climate in which the goose/duck lives, the higher the quality of the feathers. At Schlarafia, we have utilized this evolutionary creation of nature to provide uncompromising comfort and warmth throughout all seasons.
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IS EVERY FEATHER AND DOWN THE SAME? WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FEATHERS FROM DIFFERENT BIRD SPECIES?
On the market, you will find a wide variety of feather and down products, and they differ in the quality of filling. However, the most important thing everyone should inquire about is the origin of the feathers and down. Many products contain recycled feathers, but the majority of them are filled with feathers from birds raised unethically in China, sacrificing young birds whose feathers have not fully developed, and where there is no quality control.
BIRD SPECIES IN EFD BY SCHLARAFIA PRODUCTS
Northern/polar Geese and Ducks – The most valuable down comes from northern birds living in arctic climates. The down used is of white and gray color. The colder the climate in which the goose/duck lives, the higher the quality of the down.
ORIGIN COUNTRIES
Canada, Hungary, Italy, Northern Germany, Iceland, Denmark, Finland, and Norway.
EIDER DUCK | The Arctic duck lives in the coastal areas of Northern Europe, Alaska, and Eastern Siberia. It breeds in the Arctic, but forms colonies further south. It is a good flyer and can reach speeds of up to 114 km/h (71 mph). Females nest near the water, lining their nests with down from their breasts, which confirms the powerful thermal insulation properties of this material. Eider duck down is highly valued because it is difficult to collect. Collection takes place only after the ducks have left the nest, ensuring that the birds and chicks are not disturbed, which makes it so precious.
CANADA GOOSE | A bird characterized by its distinctive black neck, inhabiting areas of North America. It is also present in urban environments and is considered an invasive species. Canada geese are protected from hunting and capture outside of specific hunting seasons, and in the United States, they are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. The down of wild geese is considered the most superior insulator due to its exceptional lofting ability. The breeding of these geese for meat and down production is strictly regulated by internationally coordinated provisions and laws.
HUNGARIAN GOOSE | Geese raised in Hungary are known for their size and dense plumage, resulting in high-quality and voluminous clusters of down. These down clusters are responsible for the exceptional softness and fullness of pillows and duvets filled with Hungarian down.
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN NATURAL AND RECYCLED DOWN
Down is collected, sorted, stored, checked, removed from existing covers, separated from feathers (separation), washed, dried, and sterilized. Its quality is verified, and old covers are transformed into non-woven insulation systems, while broken down is turned into fertilizer. Damaged down is also recycled in a patented process. It is rich in organic nitrogen, biodegradable, and odorless.
The resulting organic fertilizer is 100% natural and suitable for organic farming. Besides being rich in nitrogen and having a neutral pH, it is long-lasting and effective. 100% recycled down is produced in the United States, Asia, and Europe. Compared to natural down, there is no difference in quality and durability.
COVER | BATISTE COTTON – AS LIGHT AS THE FINEST FEATHER & DOWN
EFD by Schlarafia utilizes batiste fabric made from the finest cotton to create outer covers for selected products from their exclusive collection of pillows and duvets filled with rare polar birds’ feathers and down.
The lightness and breathability of batiste material do not compromise the natural properties provided by the finest feathers and down, which are used to fill the duvets and pillows. Additional advantages of batiste fabric include comfort and breathability, as the fabric can effectively absorb moisture and allow air to flow through it.
BLOG | EFD STORIES by Schlarafia
EFD STORIES – BATISTE COTTON – AS LIGHT AS THE FINEST FEATHER & DOWN
INTRODUCTION - WHAT IS BATISTE? Batiste is a type of fabric that is typically made from fine and smooth cotton yarns. The name comes from the French term "batiste," which is used to describe a thin, lightweight,...
EFD STORIES – HUMANE FARMING AND ECOLOGICAL SUSTAINABILITY OF EFD BY SCHLARAFIA PRODUCTS | RDS STANDARD
The EXCLUSIVE FEATHER & DOWN Collection by Schlarafia is produced under humane conditions, with responsible poultry farming processes in accordance with the RDS standard. Responsible management of natural...