Dressed to perfection, your bed is the centerpiece of your bedroom and represents your personal style. A quilt bedding set lets you infuse your bedroom with personality, comfort and charm. From weaving patterns to materials, there are several factors to consider when selecting the perfect quilted bedding for your queen or king size mattress.
Bedding Set Material
The material of your quilt and the pieces in your bedding set will impact attributes like durability, breathability, weight, wrinkle resistance and cost. Popular options include:
- Cotton: Cotton quilt bedding sets are classic, durable and breathable. They come in a variety of weaves like percale and sateen to suit different tastes. Cotton tends to hold odors and wrinkle easily but is affordable and cozy.
- Polyester: Polyester quilt sets are soft, quick-drying, stain resistant and inexpensive. However, they trap heat and are not as breathable as natural fibers.
- Microfiber: Microfiber bedding is lightweight, wrinkle resistant and affordable. It feels silky and resembles satin or silk but does not breathe as well.
- Silk: Silk quilt bedding sets are luxurious and smooth. They regulate temperature and reduce allergens but come at a higher price point.
- Linen: Linen quilts are durable, breathable, and naturally wrinkle. Over time, linen softens with a relaxed feeling. However, linen requires ironing.
- Satin: Satin quilts have a luxurious sheen and smooth feel that mimics silk. They reflect light beautifully for a glamorous look. Pink satin bedding sets look especially feminine and romantic. However, satin does not allow much airflow.
Choose a material that matches your budget and preferences for breathability, weight, ease of care and aesthetic.
Pattern And Color
Patterns and colors define your overall style and infuse personality into your space. Consider solid or printed quilts in colors like white, gray, blue and pink or patterns ranging from geometric to floral. Neutrals pair with any decor while bright hues make a statement. Mixing patterns and colors in your bedding set can provide visual interest. However, solidarity tends to produce a cohesive design.
Quilt Size
Quilts come in standard sizes that correspond to mattress dimensions:
- Twin: 38″ x 75″
- Twin XL: 38″ x 80″
- Full: 54″ x 75″
- Queen: 60″ x 80″
- King: 76″ x 80″
Check your mattress dimensions and buy a quilt that covers your mattress with 5-10 inches of excess fabric on all sides for tucking underneath.
Bedding Set Includes
Complete your look with matching pieces:
- Quilt or comforter
- Bottom sheet
- 2 pillowcases
- Duvet cover – A duvet cover lets you change quilt covers seasonally
- Bed skirt – Hides the box spring and frames the bed
- Decorative shams and pillows
- Throw blankets
King quilt bedding set typically includes one extra pillowcase versus queen quilt bedding set.
Caring For Your Quilted Bedding
Proper laundering helps your quilt bedding last through the seasons. Follow care instructions by material:
- Most natural fibers except linen require cold, gentle washing and laying flat or line drying to prevent shrinkage.
- Synthetic materials like polyester often handle warm or hot water washing and tumble drying.
- For maximum longevity, avoid over-washing and take apart quilts for deeper cleaning where needed.
- Rotate your quilt covers seasonally to reduce fading from sunlight.
With so many choices in materials, patterns, colors and sizes, selecting the perfect quilt bedding set for your king or queen mattress may feel overwhelming. Focusing on your preferred material, a color scheme that matches your style and a quilt big enough to suit your mattress will give you a coordinate set you’ll love for years to come. Soon curling up cocooned in your cozy, customized quilt will be the highlight of your day.