There are so many factors that go into choosing a blanket for your bed, and your mattress size is going to be the main sticking point. You will need to know what size mattress you have, whether it is a twin, double, queen, or king size. There are also California king size mattresses as well.
You also need to know how thick the mattress is, as that will also determine how large a blanket you will need. Sometimes you may just want a blanket to cover the bed, or you may want something that has an overhang that goes to the floor.
Either way, the size of blanket you get will be determined first by the size of your mattress, both in surface area and in mattress thickness. Learn more about how to find out your blanket sizes, and how to choose the best one right here.
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Fabric choices, mattress height, oversized or no, are all factors in bed blanket decisions
When you are choosing a mattress blanket, you need to weigh a lot of different factors. Mattress size is key, but you can also start by considering how big a blanket you want. Some people want an oversize blanket that goes to the floor, while others just want a blanket that covers the surface of the bed.
Sometimes the blanket for the top of the bed is for décor purposes and might be removed at night, but most people want the blanket to be used for warmth. If you plan on using the blanket, you will probably want a blanket that has some overhang.
Mattress size beyond twin/double/queen/king plays a role as well. Many people want a blanket that hangs over the bed to cover the height of the mattress as well. A standard thickness for all mattresses is nine to 12 inches thick. You might see thinner mattresses on beds such as futons or cots that are approximately six to eight inches thick.
Higher and more luxurious mattresses can be as high a 12 to 15 inches, and in some cases even higher. Add this dimension of mattress height to your bed size and blanket measurements when you begin shopping for mattresses.
Fabric selection is another key area that will determine what blanket to purchase. Again, the purpose of the blanket will make this decision. Do you want something for warmth? Or is this a spring or summer blanket that needs to be on the thinner side? Fabric selection is key here. So you are going to see a lot of different fabric options such as silk, satin, fleece, wool, cotton, and cotton polyester blends just to name a few.
The way you wash your blanket will also determine blanket size, and fabric selection plays a role here as well. Some fabrics will shrink terribly in the washing machine, and they may even fall apart. You may be interested in a blanket that has the tendency to shrink. If this concerns you when you are selecting a blanket, then you can learn the washing instructions to prevent this from happening.
Twin size blankets will need to be larger than 75 inches
When you are looking for twin size blankets, you will need to accommodate a mattress size that is 39 inches to 75 inches. Twin size beds are good for smaller bedrooms or smaller people. Many people also have twin size bedrooms for guests or spare rooms. For blankets for these beds, you are going to see sizes from 66 inches to 90 inches.
This provides for approximately 13 inches of blanket space as overhang on either side of the bed. There is also a twin XL size of mattress that is approximately five inches longer than your standard mattress.
A nice advantage of twin size blankets is that they can be used elsewhere in the home, or on vacation, as they are nice and small enough to transport or move around the house. Your children can take them to sleepovers almost easier than they can take a sleeping bag. Twin size blanket are a great fit for the tiny beds found in college dorms as well.
Full size bed blankets will need to be larger than 90 inches
Full size beds are beds that are slightly larger than twin size beds. This is the bed size that is between the queen and the twin. You might also call this bed a double bed, as it can fit two people on some occasions. These beds are designed to be as much as 50 percent larger than a twin bed. This bed is typically chosen for an adult, or a guest room, or a couple who is living on a smaller budget.
The full size bed can be just as comfortable as a queen or twin if you have the right mattress. This bed will give you a little bit of space. The measurements for this mattress are typically 54 inches by 75 inches. When shopping you will see blanket sizes that can be as large as 80 inches or 90 inches.
That is to provide for some overhang to cover the height of the mattress. If you want a blanket that just covers the surface of the bed without overhang, a larger twin blanket may be a good fit here. If you have more than one person sleeping in this bed, then a larger blanket would be more appropriate.
Queen size bed blankets need will need to be larger than 90 inches
The queen size bed measurements typically range from 60 inches to 80 inches long. The standard queen blanket measurement then typically range from 90 inches to 100 inches long.
So that is a blanket that is going to be over six feet long. This blanket will fit the surface of a standard king size bed as well, but will not have any overhang.
King size bed blankets need to be wider than a queen size blanket but similar in length
The standard dimensions of your average king-sized bed are 76 inches wide to 80 inches long. This is a wonderfully sized bed that anyone feels comfortable in as far as room or space is concerned. For blankets for this bed, you want to have a blanket that is approximately 108 inches wide and 100 inches long.
The size of your blanket will also be determined by the kind of bed that you have. You may have a traditional bed on posts or a frame, or may have a bed that is box style with a set in mattress. For beds with posts or a frame, you will likely want to have a larger blanket that offers some overtime. For beds where the mattress is set in, you may want a smaller blanket that just covers the surface, in which case a queen size blanket will do.
Are blankets for California king size beds the same size as king beds?
There is also the size of bed that is the California style king bed. These are longer, and go to 84 inches long. You’re going to find them narrower as well at 72 inches. Bed blankets for California king size beds are going to be in dimensions of 108 inches to 100 inches.
Are throws various sizes or all the same?
A throw blanket is a smaller blanket typically found on couches or beds that is used for occasional purposes. It does not cover the whole body, unless it is being used by a child. It also isn’t usually used during overnight sleeping, but it can be in cooler weather. This is something that is “thrown” at the end of the bed, across the bed, or even kept on the couch to tote around the house during a cold day or storm.
These blankets are good for reading in, watching movies or television in, or just getting cozy in for a nap or snuggle. They also are excellent for décor, and add an accent to your bedding to bring some texture and variation into your bedroom, no matter what size of bed you are using.
The standard dimensions for a throw blanket are 50 inches by 60 inches, although you can find them in larger and smaller sizes. These are also often more affordable than a standard bedspread because they are smaller and their construction and is more lightweight.
Can you get a baby blanket in any size?
Generally speaking, no you can not. You may have a member of the family that is brand new and hasn’t made it to the twin or full sized bed yet. Baby blanket measurements then might worry you. The infant size baby blankets are generally 10 inches by 10 inches for the blankets that you will use for everyday use. A swaddling blanket is going to be 47 inches by 47 inches.
For cribs, unlike other mattress sizes, you don’t want to overdo size in blankets as this could overheat the baby. A crib mattress is 45 inches by 60 inches and so you want a blanket that size or smaller.
