Full / Double Quilt Size: Dimensions in Inches, Backing, Batting and Blocks
A full / double quilt is typically 83 x 90 inches (6.9 x 7.5 feet), sized to cover a 53 x 75 inch full mattress with a 15 inch drop. Published sizes range from 80 x 90 to 90 x 100. Plan 7 5/8 yards of 42 inch backing and a super queen batting.
The full / double quilt size on this page follows the coverlet convention most modern quilt charts use: the full mattress (53 x 75 inches) plus a 15 inch drop down both sides and the foot, with no pillow tuck. Mattress depth runs 8 to 14 inches, so a deep mattress needs a longer drop to cover the sides.
| Typical finished size | 83 x 90 in (6.9 x 7.5 ft) |
|---|---|
| Published size range | 80 x 90 to 90 x 100 in |
| Mattress | 53 x 75 in, 8 to 14 in deep |
| Quilt top area | 51.9 sq ft |
| Backing, 42 in cotton | 7 5/8 yd (3 panels) |
| Backing, 108 in wide | 2 5/8 yd |
| Binding (2 1/2 in strips) | 10 strips, 3/4 yd |
| Batting to cut | 91 x 98 in (Super Queen package) |
| Comfortable throat space | 9 to 12 in |
How big should a full / double quilt be for your bed?
The drop is the part of the quilt that hangs over the edge of the mattress. A coverlet just clears the mattress sides, a comforter-style quilt sits a little shorter, and a bedspread runs to the floor and tucks over the pillows. Here is the full / double size for each style, measured from the 53 x 75 inch mattress top.
| Style | Drop | Pillow tuck | Quilt size (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coverlet | 12 in | none | 77 x 87 |
| Coverlet | 15 in | none | 83 x 90 |
| Comforter / Duvet style | 10 in | none | 73 x 85 |
| Comforter / Duvet style | 15 in | none | 83 x 90 |
| Bedspread | 20 in | 13 in | 93 x 108 |
| Bedspread | 24 in | 13 in | 101 x 112 |
For a bedspread, measure from the top of your mattress to the floor and use that as the drop, since bed frames vary. Cotton quilts also shrink about 3 to 5 percent in the first wash, so add 2 to 3 inches if an exact finished size matters. The quilt size calculator handles any mattress depth and drop.
How many blocks do you need for a full / double quilt?
Divide the quilt width and length by the finished block size and round to the nearest whole block. The table assumes no sashing or border, so the finished top is close to, but not exactly, 83 x 90 inches.
| Finished block | Across x down | Total blocks | Top size (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 in | 14 x 15 | 210 | 84 x 90 |
| 8 in | 10 x 11 | 110 | 80 x 88 |
| 10 in | 8 x 9 | 72 | 80 x 90 |
| 12 in | 7 x 8 | 56 | 84 x 96 |
| 14 in | 6 x 6 | 36 | 84 x 84 |
| 16 in | 5 x 6 | 30 | 80 x 96 |
Want fewer blocks? Add a border. A 6 inch border on all four sides removes 12 inches from each dimension of the block area. Try it in the blocks needed calculator, or see quilt block sizes for cutting sizes.
How much fabric does a full / double quilt need for backing, binding and batting?
These are the finishing materials for a 83 x 90 inch top, using 4 inches of extra backing and batting per side and 2 1/2 inch double-fold binding cut across 42 inch cotton.
- Backing: 7 5/8 yards of 42 inch cotton (3 panels, horizontal seams), or 2 5/8 yards of 108 inch wide backing. Full detail on the full / double backing page.
- Binding: 10 strips at 2 1/2 inches, 358 inches in total, 3/4 yards. See the full / double binding page.
- Batting: 91 x 98 inches, so a Super Queen package (93 x 121 in) covers it. Compare types in the batting size chart.
What machine do you need to quilt a full / double quilt?
Twin to queen quilts are far easier with an extended arm machine. Throat space, the distance from the needle to the machine body, decides how much quilt you can bunch to the right of the needle. For a quilt 83 inches wide, look for 9 to 12 in.
Machines built for twin to queen quilts
Twin and queen tops are where an extended arm pays for itself in comfort and time.
Juki TL-2010Q High-Speed Sewing and Quilting Machine
$1,199.00The most popular step up for quilters moving past a standard machine.
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Janome 1600P-QC Straight Stitch Sewing and Quilting Machine
$1,599.00Straight-stitch speed and a heavy frame for big quilts.
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Juki TL-15 Mid-Arm Quilting and Piecing Machine
$1,399.00A midarm with a much bigger throat for queen-size quilting at a table.
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Measure before you cut
Quilt size charts disagree by several inches. Measure your actual mattress and the drop you like on an existing blanket, then adjust. It is easier to add a border than to unpick one.
Supplies for a full / double quilt
Warm & Natural Cotton Batting, King (4 Pack)
$175.77Cotton batting in king packages, enough for several large quilts.
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ROC-lon 108 in Wide Cotton Quilt Backing, White, 3 Yards
$25.00Extra-wide backing that skips the seams on a big quilt.
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Creative Grids 12-1/2 x 24-1/2 Rectangle Quilt Ruler
$55.99A long, grippy ruler for cutting borders and binding strips accurately.
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How does a full / double quilt compare with other sizes?
| Quilt | Typical size (in) | Common use |
|---|---|---|
| Full / Double | 83 x 90 | Full bed coverlet |
| Mini / Wall Hanging | 24 x 24 | Wall decor, table topper, skill practice, swaps |
| Baby | 40 x 40 | Play mat, tummy time, stroller, gift |
| Crib | 36 x 52 | Nursery decor, toddler bed; keep soft bedding out of an infant sleep space per safe-sleep guidance |
| Lap | 45 x 60 | Chair or wheelchair lap cover, reading |
| Throw | 50 x 65 | Couch, foot of bed, picnic |
| Twin | 68 x 90 | Twin bed coverlet, bunk bed, daybed |
| Twin XL | 68 x 95 | Dorm bed coverlet |
| Queen | 90 x 95 | Queen bed coverlet |
| King | 106 x 95 | King or split king bed coverlet |
| California King | 102 x 99 | California king bed coverlet |
Frequently asked questions
How big is a full / double quilt in feet?
A full / double quilt of 83 x 90 inches is about 6.9 x 7.5 feet. Quilt sizes are not standardized, so patterns and shops list anything from 80 x 90 to 90 x 100 inches. Measure your own mattress width, length and depth, then add the drop you like on each side, because a thick pillow-top full mattress can eat several inches of drop.
How much fabric do I need for the back of a full / double quilt?
With 4 inches of extra backing on every side, a 83 x 90 inch full / double quilt needs a 91 x 98 inch backing. That is 7 5/8 yards of 42 inch quilting cotton sewn as 3 panels with horizontal seams, or 2 5/8 yards of 108 inch wide backing. Longarm quilters may ask for 6 inches per side, so check first.
What size batting do I need for a full / double quilt?
Cut batting about 4 inches larger than the top on every side, so a full / double quilt needs roughly 91 x 98 inches. The smallest standard package that covers it is Super Queen batting at 93 x 121 inches. Package sizes vary slightly by brand, so compare the label before you buy.
How many 12 inch blocks do I need for a full / double quilt?
Without sashing or borders, a full / double quilt near 83 x 90 inches takes 7 blocks across and 8 down, 56 blocks in total, for a finished top of 84 x 96 inches. Adding a border lets you use fewer blocks and still reach the size you want. The blocks-needed calculator works out sashing and borders for you.
How much binding does a full / double quilt need?
A 83 x 90 inch quilt has a perimeter of 346 inches. Adding 12 inches for mitered corners and the final join, you need about 358 inches of binding, which is 10 strips cut 2 1/2 inches wide across 42 inch fabric, or 3/4 yards of fabric.
Can I quilt a full / double quilt on a regular sewing machine?
Twin to queen quilts are far easier with an extended arm machine. For a quilt 83 inches wide, a throat space of 9 to 12 in makes the job comfortable. A standard machine with a 6 to 7 inch harp can still quilt it with careful rolling and straight lines, but free-motion work on a big quilt is far easier with more space. Many quilters also send large tops to a longarm service.
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