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Duvets
8
Washing. The raw materials
are washed by Orizzonti seven
times,
compared
to
only
one
wash
performed
on
most
of
the
down
available
on
the
market.
9
Turbidity. At the seventh
wash, if the rinsing water is not
within the parameters defined
in UNI EN 1164: 2000, the down
undergoes an additional full wash cycle.
10
Sterilisation.
Orizzonti down is subjected
to two sterilisation processes;
prior to selection, at 133°C, and after
the washing cycles, at 120°/130°C.
11
Filling
power.
Indicates the volume/weight
ratio of the filling. The greater
the volume of the individual down
particles, the fewer are needed to stuff
the duvet; consequently, greater volume
means lower weight and higher quality.
In Orizzonti duvets, the F.P. is never less
than 700 cubic inches of space per ounce.
12
Percentage.
The
higher the percentage of down
in the product the better it
is, as the thermal insulation capacity is
greater for the same weight. In Orizzonti
Duvets, the percentage of down is never
less than 90% .
1
Origin. We only use the best
raw materials from Eastern Europe,
the region traditionally known for
the highest quality production.
2
Collection.
The
down
in
our
products
comes
from
animals raised for their meat.
Plucking occurs only after slaughter.
3
Consistency. The feathers
of adult geese from Eastern Europe
are by far more substantial, soft and
silky than those from geese in East Asia.
4
Selection.
The
first
separation, in the field, between
feathers, plumules and down, is
followed by another much more accurate
selection at manufacturing plants in Italy.
5
Dust
removal.
We
perform a strict micro-cleansing
operation that consists of the
elimination of all foreign bodies and
any residual keratin on the feathers.
6
Oily residue. In Orizzonti
down, this must be between 0.8
and 1.2%. Otherwise, the down
would be too fragile and lose its filling
capacity, or it could produce streaks
on the fabric or unpleasant odours.
7
pH. Must be compatible with the
pH of the skin, never exceeding 5.6.
