How To Choose The Best Comforter Size For Your Bed

What is a bed comforter, you ask? It is a bedding layer that can make a bed look more inviting and create a rich, layered appearance. Because coverage and drape are personal preferences, it is worth choosing the right comforter size for the way you like your bed to look and feel. Here is a quick guide to buying a comforter for your bedroom.

Size Guidelines for Comforters

Comforter sizes are not standard across brands, so consult the size chart before making a decision. Since everyone prefers to lay a comforter differently, the right size varies from person to person. A comforter measuring 90 x 108 inches, for example, may suit a king-size bed with an 8-inch mattress if you only want to cover the mattress. If you would like it to fall further down either side, you may need a larger size.

Choose A Comforter That Complements Your Mattress

Always consider mattress thickness when looking for the right comforter. Measure the length, width and depth of your mattress, then decide how much coverage you would like at the sides and foot of the bed. Compare those measurements with the listed comforter dimensions rather than relying on a size label alone.

Compare comforter options

When comparing options, check the product page for the listed dimensions, care instructions and contents. The following comforters offer a few current alternatives to compare alongside your measurements.

Purchase an Extra-Large Comforter

Large comforters can provide more coverage on king-size beds and offer versatile styling options. An extra-large comforter can be folded at the top for a layered look, or spread across three-fourths of the bed with more fabric falling at the sides. This can create a relaxed, draped appearance without adding a bed skirt.

If you do not want the comforter close to the floor, choose a size that leaves the drape part-way between the bed and floor. Remember, comforter drape is a personal preference, not a necessity.

While XL comforters are versatile, too much fabric can make a bed look crumpled or untidy if it is not arranged carefully. Strike a balance between the coverage you want and a proportion that suits your bed.

Get It Right

Buying bed comforters can be tricky because there is no one-size-fits-all option. Measure your mattress, decide on the look you wish to create and compare actual product dimensions before choosing a comforter. These steps can help you assess which comforter sizes may work best for your bed.

Comforter Size FAQs

What size comforter should I get for my bed?

The right comforter depends on your mattress measurements and preferred drape. Measure the bed, including its depth, then compare those measurements with the brand’s listed size guide.

Should your comforter be bigger than your bed?

Choose a comforter larger than the mattress if you prefer coverage over the sides. If you want it to sit mainly on top of the mattress, a closer fit may suit you better.

What size comforter should I get for a king-size bed?

King mattress dimensions vary. Measure your mattress and add the side and foot overhang you prefer, then compare the result with the listed comforter dimensions.

How big should a comforter be for a queen bed?

Queen mattress dimensions can vary by market and brand. Use your own mattress measurements and preferred drape instead of relying on the size name alone.

For more styles to compare, browse the current comforter, blanket, dohar and cover categories and check each listing’s dimensions before choosing.