Updated October 2026. Every pillow, quilt and topper named here is part of Tontine's current range; product details are taken from each product page.
A quilt, doona and duvet are the same thing in Australia: a filled cover you sleep under. Two choices matter most. First, warmth: Tontine rates every quilt from summer through all seasons to super warm and extra warm. Second, fill: wool, feather and down, cotton or polyester, each with its own feel and care.
Quick picks by need
| Best for | Warmth | Fill | Quilts to look at |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot summer nights | Summer | Cotton | Natural Cotton Summer Quilt |
| Most bedrooms, all year | All seasons | Wool | Wool Quilt, All Seasons, Signature Collection Wool Quilt, All Seasons |
| Light warmth without weight | All seasons | Feather and down | 50/50 Feather and Down Quilt, Homestead 80/20 Feather & Down Quilt |
| Hot sleepers, all year | All seasons | Polyester with a cooling cover | Comfortech Cool Performance Quilt, Classic Comfort Cool Dry Quilt |
| Cold winters | Super warm or extra warm | Wool or polyester | Wool Quilt, Super Warm, Wool Extra Warm Heavy Weight Winter Quilt, Winter Comfort Quilt |
| Easy care and allergies | All seasons | Polyester | Quick Dry Easy Wash Anti Allergy Quilt, Allergy Sensitive Cotton Cover Quilt |
| Changing seasons | Adjustable | Wool and bamboo | Classic Comfort Wool & Bamboo Clip Together Quilt |
| Kids | All seasons | Polyester or cotton cover | My First Doona, Junior Cotton Quilt |
Best quilt for summer
For hot, humid nights you want as little fill as possible in a fabric that breathes. The Natural Cotton Summer Quilt pairs a cotton cover with cotton fill, so heat and moisture escape rather than building up under the cover. If your bedroom is air conditioned, or cools down late at night, a lighter all seasons quilt can work all year. See all summer quilts.
Best all seasons quilt
A medium weight all seasons quilt is the one most Australian bedrooms need for most of the year. Wool is the classic choice because it breathes and helps balance temperature on nights that start warm and turn cool. Feather and down gives more loft and warmth for its weight, and the more down in the blend, the lighter it feels: the Homestead quilt uses 80% duck down and 20% duck feather, the 50/50 quilt an equal blend. Browse every all seasons quilt.
Best quilt for winter
For cold bedrooms and southern winters, step up to a Super Warm or Extra Warm rating. Check the weight as well as the warmth: some people like to feel tucked in under a heavy wool quilt such as the Extra Warm Heavy Weight Winter Quilt, while others want high warmth with very little weight, which is where feather and down shines. If you always feel the cold, go one step warmer than your climate alone suggests. See winter quilts and super warm quilts.
Best quilt for hot sleepers
Hot sleepers do best with an all seasons or lighter warmth rating and a cover designed to move heat and moisture. The Comfortech Cool Performance Quilt uses HydroCool evaporative moisture management, and the Classic Comfort Cool Dry Quilt uses Suprelle™ climate control filling under a cotton japara cover. More in cooling quilts.
Best quilt for allergies
Choose a quilt whose fill is treated to inhibit dust mites, mould and bacteria, with a care routine you can keep up. Machine washable polyester quilts such as the Quick Dry Easy Wash Anti Allergy Quilt make regular washing simple. Add mattress and pillow protectors for a complete allergy-conscious bed. See anti allergy quilts.
Fills compared
| Fill | Feel | Warmth for weight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wool | Dense, drapes close to the body | Good, and it breathes | Sleepers who swing between warm and cool |
| Feather and down | Lofty and light | Highest | Warmth without weight |
| Cotton | Light and crisp | Low | Summer and hot climates |
| Polyester (Ultrafibre®) | Soft and light | Good | Easy care, kids' beds and allergies |
Which size quilt do you need?
Buy the quilt size that matches your bed, or one size up if you share the bed and want more overhang. Our quilt size guide lists every Tontine quilt size in centimetres, and the doona and quilt buying guide covers weight, loft and budget in more detail.
Frequently asked questions
What is the warmest doona filling?
Feather and down gives the most warmth for its weight because it traps a lot of still air, and the higher the share of down, the warmer and lighter the quilt. Wool gives deep, breathable warmth, and polyester can match both for warmth in a heavier fill. Choose a Super Warm or Extra Warm rating for the coldest nights.
Is wool or feather and down better?
Both are excellent, so choose by feel. Wool sits closer to the body and breathes well, which suits sleepers whose temperature changes through the night. Feather and down is loftier and lighter for the same warmth, which suits anyone who dislikes weight on top of them.
What warmth quilt do I need in Australia?
In warm northern climates, a summer or light all seasons quilt covers most of the year. In most capital cities, a medium weight all seasons quilt suits the bulk of the year, with a warmer quilt or a throw added in winter. In cold southern and inland areas, a Super Warm quilt is worth having for winter.
Can I use one quilt all year?
Yes, many households use a single all seasons quilt year round and add a throw on the coldest nights. If your seasons swing widely, a clip together quilt gives you a lighter and a warmer layer that you can use alone or together.
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