Description: Down feathers are the fluffy, soft feathers that are present on infant
birds and also provide an insulated, protective, undercoat for adult birds.
Goose and duck down are the most common feathers used. A down and feather
blend pillow consists of a combination of down feathers and regular
feathers. Usually this is given as a percentage such as 75% feathers, 25%
down. The disadvantage to feathers is the susceptibility to molds and
mildew.
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