We've developed a comprehensive TOG guide to streamline the process of dressing your baby for optimal comfort. This guide covers everything from understanding TOG ratings and their significance to practical insights on selecting the right clothing. Whether you're curious about the meaning of TOG, consulting a TOG chart, searching for a top temperature guide, or simply asking "what is TOG?" - our comprehensive TOG guide is your go-to resource.
What does TOG mean?
TOG stands for Thermal Overall Grade and is an industry-recognized measurement for the warmth of garments and bedding. Generally, a thinner, lighter fabric will have a lower TOG rating (closer to 0 TOG), and the thicker and warmer the fabric, the higher the TOG rating such as 2.5 or 3.5 TOG.
Below is a set of guidelines to help parents and carers understand which TOG values are suitable for different room temperatures:
- 0.2 TOG – Ideal for room temperatures between 24–27°C
- 1.0 TOG – Ideal for room temperatures between 20–24°C
- 1.5 TOG – Ideal for room temperatures between 18–22°C
- 2.5 TOG – Ideal for room temperatures between 16–20°C
- 3.5 TOG – Ideal for room temperatures below 16°C
How to choose the right TOG for your baby to wear to bed
We believe the simplest way to make sure your baby is suitably dressed is to dress for room temperature using the system above. we've also created a temperature guide which factors in clothing/sleepwear layers which is a key contributor to overall warmth for your baby. .
To best dress for different room temperatures and ensure you select the right Love to Dream product follow these three simple steps:
- Prior to selecting a Love to Dream product we would recommend having a good understanding of the temperature of your baby’s room.
- Always look for the ideal room temperature guidance on our products and website to help your selection.
- Follow the recommended clothing by room temperature guide below
