Looked for this in the forum but didn't see this asked so here we go:
How much does 1 lb of goose down cover when talking UQs?
Looked for this in the forum but didn't see this asked so here we go:
How much does 1 lb of goose down cover when talking UQs?
Randy over at Dream Hammocks has a handy down fill calculator that you can plug in your info and see how much you need for your project.
Everyone ought to believe in something....I believe I'll go set up the hammock!
The answer also depends on the fill power of the down, and desired loft.
Thanks 2ply!
That's another thing I have to figure out too. That and what fabric to use for the UQ.
Originally Posted by Boston
Fill power really does matter for trying to measure how 1lbs of down is used. I used 4oz of 800 fill for a 40F half under quilt.
As for fabric, Dutch's Argon is great. I went for a mix of Argon 67 for the insides and Argon 90 for the outsides for both my quilts.
Also, check out the calculator located in this thread. It does pretty much everything you need to plan out a differentially cut down underquilt and even gives estimated finished weight, cost, and temperature rating.
Hope it helps!
"Just prepare what you can and enjoy the rest."
--Floridahanger
Not used to hearing down referred to in pounds, LOL.
"I wonder if anyone else has an ear so tuned and sharpened as I have, to detect the music, not of the spheres, but of earth, subtleties of major and minor chord that the wind strikes upon the tree branches. Have you ever heard the earth breathe... ?"
- Kate Chopin
Me neither. It's going to make quite a warm garment.
I'm still trying to figure out what fill to get. I want something that compresses well. Anyone have any experience with the synthetics?
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