All About Coverlets

Drape your bed in waves of comfort with a new coverlet

The lively color and soft fabric of a coverlet will bring a fresh new feel to your bedroom. When you add a rich, multi-dimensional coverlet or bedspread to your bedding ensemble, you create a whole new look.

Coverlet or bedspread?

When you want to enhance the look of your bedroom, but don't want to spend a lot of money, a new coverlet or bedspread can do the trick. But which should you buy, and what are the differences between the two?

The differences

Like bedspreads, coverlets are available in twin, queen or king sizes. However, coverlets are typically a little longer and wider than bedspreads. Classic coverlets also have the drape of a traditional bedspread, where the fabric hangs loosely over the corners of a bed. However, one of the differences is that bedspreads also come in a variety of other drape styles:

Traditional drape bedspreads are like coverlets where the fabric drapes over the corners.

Split drape bedspreads are more tailored and formal looking. The fabric splits at the corners of this style bedspread.

The material of a Boxed drape bedspread meets square at the corners.

Rich fabrics

Coverlets are longer and wider than bedspreads, so you can achieve that beautiful draping feel. Another difference is that coverlets are normally available in the richer fabrics that hang well over the sides of your bed. The luxuriousness is brought out by the fabrics coverlets are made out of.

Indulge yourself

One of the richest fabrics a coverlet is made out of is satin. A smooth satin coverlet drenches you in luxury. The fine threads of satin have a softness and lustrous sheen that is unequaled. The quality and attention to details are always evident in a beautiful feather light satin coverlet. You can complete your bedding ensemble with matching satin sheets and pillows for the ultimate in comfort.

Always in season

Another luxuriously comfortable coverlet is a quilted down coverlet. This super lightweight coverlet is perfect for all four seasons. Diamond sewn-through box quilt construction keeps the down evenly distributed and prevents cold spots. If you don't want down, but want the same look, these quilted coverlets are also available with a down-free polyester fill.

Plush is in

High quality plush velvet coverlets are also a popular fabric choice. Velvet coverlets are available in a multitude of colors and are usually quilted, so the velvet holds up well. The velvet fabric is backed with a solid poly/cotton material.

Complete the look

Enhance the look of a new coverlet of bedspread with coordinating shams, pillows and curtains and your bedroom will have a completely new look!

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