Quilt Size Chart: Standard Quilt Sizes for Every Bed in Inches
Standard coverlet-style quilt sizes are about 50 x 65 inches for a throw, 68 x 90 for a twin, 90 x 95 for a queen and 106 x 95 for a king. Each bed size is the mattress plus a 15 inch drop on both sides and the foot. Sizes are not standardized, so measure your bed.
Bed quilts: coverlet style, 15 in drop on both sides and the foot, no pillow tuck. Width is mattress width + (2 x drop) and length is mattress length + drop + pillow tuck. Quilt sizes are not standardized. Published charts differ by several inches; sizes vary by maker and pattern.
What are the standard quilt sizes in inches?
| Quilt | Inches | Feet | cm | Mattress | Published range | Batting package |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mini / Wall Hanging | 24 x 24 | 2 x 2 | 61 x 61 | n/a | 12 x 12 to 36 x 36; wall hangings can be any size | Craft |
| Baby | 40 x 40 | 3.3 x 3.3 | 102 x 102 | n/a | 30 x 30 to 40 x 50 | Throw |
| Crib | 36 x 52 | 3 x 4.3 | 91 x 132 | 28 x 52 | 30 x 45 to 45 x 60 | Crib / Baby |
| Lap | 45 x 60 | 3.8 x 5 | 114 x 152 | n/a | 36 x 48 to 50 x 60; some charts list 45 x 45 | Twin |
| Throw | 50 x 65 | 4.2 x 5.4 | 127 x 165 | n/a | 50 x 60 to 60 x 72 | Twin |
| Twin | 68 x 90 | 5.7 x 7.5 | 173 x 229 | 38 x 75 | 64 x 86 to 72 x 96 | Queen |
| Twin XL | 68 x 95 | 5.7 x 7.9 | 173 x 241 | 38 x 80 | 66 x 90 to 72 x 100 | Queen |
| Full / Double | 83 x 90 | 6.9 x 7.5 | 211 x 229 | 53 x 75 | 80 x 90 to 90 x 100 | Super Queen |
| Queen | 90 x 95 | 7.5 x 7.9 | 229 x 241 | 60 x 80 | 86 x 95 to 100 x 110 | King |
| King | 106 x 95 | 8.8 x 7.9 | 269 x 241 | 76 x 80 | 104 x 95 to 120 x 110 | King |
| California King | 102 x 99 | 8.5 x 8.3 | 259 x 251 | 72 x 84 | 100 x 100 to 112 x 110 | King |
How big should a quilt be for each bed style?
The same mattress takes very different quilts depending on how far the quilt hangs. These sizes use the longest drop for each style and a mid-range pillow tuck for bedspreads.
| Mattress | Mattress size | Coverlet | Comforter / Duvet style | Bedspread |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crib | 28 x 52 | 58 x 67 | 58 x 67 | 76 x 89 |
| Twin | 38 x 75 | 68 x 90 | 68 x 90 | 86 x 112 |
| Twin XL | 38 x 80 | 68 x 95 | 68 x 95 | 86 x 117 |
| Full | 53 x 75 | 83 x 90 | 83 x 90 | 101 x 112 |
| Queen | 60 x 80 | 90 x 95 | 90 x 95 | 108 x 117 |
| King | 76 x 80 | 106 x 95 | 106 x 95 | 124 x 117 |
| California King | 72 x 84 | 102 x 99 | 102 x 99 | 120 x 121 |
Measure your own bed
Mattress depths run from about 8 to 14 inches, and a pillow-top can add more. Measure width, length and depth, then pick your drop in the quilt size calculator.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the standard quilt sizes?
Common quilt sizes are about 40 x 40 inches for a baby quilt, 50 x 65 for a throw, 68 x 90 for a twin, 90 x 95 for a queen and 106 x 95 for a king. Quilt sizes are not standardized. Published charts differ by several inches; sizes vary by maker and pattern.
How big is a queen size quilt?
A coverlet-style queen quilt is about 90 x 95 inches, or 7.5 x 7.9 feet. That covers a 60 x 80 inch queen mattress with a 15 inch drop. Published queen quilt sizes range from 86 x 95 to 100 x 110 inches, and a bedspread-style queen that tucks over pillows can be 100 x 110 inches or more.
How big should a quilt be for a king bed?
Plan about 106 x 95 inches for a king coverlet: a 76 x 80 inch mattress plus 15 inches of drop on each side and the foot. Deep pillow-top mattresses need a longer drop to cover the sides. For a floor-length bedspread, measure from the top of the mattress to the floor and use that as the drop.
What is the difference between a coverlet, comforter and bedspread size?
Coverlet: Covers the mattress top and sides and just overlaps a bed skirt. Pillows sit on top. Most modern quilt charts use this style. Comforter / Duvet style: Similar drop to a coverlet, usually loftier. Shows the bed skirt or box spring below. Bedspread: Reaches to or near the floor and tucks over the pillows. The drop equals the height from mattress top to floor, so measure your bed.
Should I add extra size for shrinkage?
Cotton quilts commonly shrink about 3 to 5 percent in the first wash; add 2 to 3 in if an exact finished size matters. Pre-washing fabric reduces later shrinkage, while unwashed cotton batting and fabric give the crinkly look many quilters love after the first wash.
How we research: we compare manufacturer specifications, owner manuals, published standards and recurring themes in verified owner reviews. We do not test products in person, and this is researched guidance, not professional advice. Follow your machine manual and pattern, and take care with rotary cutters, hot irons and needles. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.