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What is a fitted comforter?
A fitted comforter is just like a regular comforter except it “FITS” the mattress. It acts just like a regular comforter for sleeping but it appears more like a mattress cover on the bed. This gives a “fitted” or “tailored” appearance to the bedding.
There are two main features that set a fitted comforter apart – the corners and the side drop. First, a fitted comforter has two tailored or boxed corners at the foot end of the bed. It can also be made with all 4 corners fitted for certain applications like day beds. Second, a fitted comforter is made with a shorter side drop and should be made to match your mattress depth with no need to tuck it under. Fitted bedding is not draping or flowing which lends to it’s beauty and has additional benefits. Some folks will leave the fitted comforter hang outside the bed frame while others tuck it between the bed frame and the mattress. It’s really your preference but there should be no need to tuck it under the mattress.
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How is a fitted comforter made?
Usually, it is made with three layers– (1) a top fabric (designer fabric), (2) poly fill for batting, and (3) a reverse fabric, all quilted together for warmth. Rarely do you need a blanket with a fitted comforter. The corners can be elasticized or tailored. With tailored corners, the seams are finished on both sides which allows you to reverse the comforter – something to think about when selecting fabrics. This is the typical fitted comforter but we can also make it with no fill and no lining if you select a heavier fabric and want it for a warm climate.
What is the difference between a hugger comforter and a bed cap comforter?
Nothing! You may see many names for fitted comforters based on what the manufacturer wants to call them – bed cap comforter, hugger comforter, snuggler, tailored quilt, etc,. But they are all basically FITTED COMFORTERS. So, on this website, no matter what we call them in the name of the product, they will all be made as fitted comforters unless you specifically ask us for something else. There are a few minor differences in the construction. For example, if you don’t want a quilted look on the top, we have some with a smooth top. But to minimize confusion, just consider all our comforters as fitted comforters.
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Why do you need a fitted comforter?
You need a fitted comforter for many reasons and most of those depend on the application. A fitted comforter makes bed making SUPER easy, especially for hard to make beds such as those that are elevated or up against a wall. Because it is easy to make, it’s great for kids, seniors, those with disabilities, those who want the bunk room to look neat and tidy, or just frazzled moms who are tired of making those bunk and loft beds. Other reasons might include under bed drawers that you want to have easy access to, a platform bed that you don’t want to tuck bedding under, a boys room with no frills or flowing bedding. Maybe you want a more minimalist, modern change to your bedding that shows off a beautiful bed frame. A fitted comforter blends in with the bed which allows you to focus accents elsewhere in the room.
What do I need to know to purchase a fitted comforter?
MEASURE YOUR MATTRESS. Measure the length, width, and depth of the actual mattress and and give us those dimensions. There are times when we might need to add an inch or two while other times we do not. It depends on the manufacturer, fabric selected, and where the mattress sits as to whether we need to add the extra depth or not. You don’t want the comforter to be too loose or it defeats the purpose of the fitted comforter and may appear sloppy.
SELECT YOUR FABRICS: There are hundreds of fabrics to pick from, many more than we actually show on the website. Some are 100% cotton while others are super soft 100% polyester. Some are traditional classic prints while others are trendy, novelty prints. You can even supply your own fabric if we can’t find one for you. Consider the reverse when you are selecting fabric as well. If you have a particular theme or colors you are working with, we are happy to recommend fabrics based on the information you give us.
CONSIDER YOUR PRICE RANGE. Pricing of of a fitted comforter depends on the manufacturer, the fabric(s) selected, the the mattress size and depth, and what you choose for the reverse side. We typically use a cotton polyester solid that blends with your top fabric but we also offer to reverse the comforter to another print or minky for an additional charge. The starting price for a twin fitted comforter (solid color) that fits up to an 8″ deep mattress is $114.95. We do have one at a better price but it only comes in twin and navy. For $10 more, you can get the same comforter in prints.
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE. Most of our fitted comforters are sold individually with add ons such as pillows, shams, or curtains. We do offer a few bed cap comforter sets that come with a sham and two toss pillows giving that designer look right out of the package. So you should consider whether you want or even need anything besides the basic comforter.
WHAT KIND OF SHEETS DO I NEED WITH A FITTED COMFORTER. All our specialty sheets work perfectly with fitted comforters. Some folks use a fitted sheet alone with our comforters and just wash the comforter more frequently. But we do offer specialty sheets that work well under a fitted comforter such as inseparable attached sheets, notuck® sheets, ZipSheets, or QuickZip sheets.
HOW DO I LAUNDER A FITTED COMFORTER. You launder a fitted just like you launder a regular comforter. You get the same look and an easy bed to make but you still launder them as a regular comforter with the sheets laundered separately. This leaves less in the washer and dryer to deal with at one time. You also have more flexibility to use whatever type of sheet you want – 100% cotton or microfiber. With the all in one zipper products, you can only use what is included.
HIGH QUALITY AMERICAN MADE PRODUCT. These products are made in the USA and truly worth trying. They last much longer than imported products. The quality is evident in a USA made product like our fitted comforters and they will last for years and through many washings yet still look lovely.
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FINALLY, THEY ARE NOT JUST FOR BUNK BEDS. While they are perfect for bunk beds, you can use a fitted comforter on any mattress for a more modern look. The most important thing to remember is to measure the mattress for the area you want covered – length, width, and depth. When using two mattresses, a top mattress and box spring, you can do the fitted comforter on the top and use a bed skirt or box spring cover on the bottom. Or you can measure the entire area you want covered for both mattresses to achieve a neat look like the corduroy hugger pictured above. This one was cut to a 16” side drop for plenty of coverage. The reverse of this hugger is the Fascar print making it last for years of use with totally different looks.
Still not sure where to start, call us. We love to work with our clients!
SHOP Some Best Selling Fitted Comforters
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Basic Solid Color Reversible Bunk Bed Hugger https://www.bunkbedsbunker.com/product/solid-color-reversible-bunk-bed-hugger/
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Deluxe Solid Color Bed Cap Comforter https://www.bunkbedsbunker.com/product/solid-color-fitted-bed-cap-comforter/
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Denim Bunk Bed Hugger https://www.bunkbedsbunker.com/product/denim-bunk-bed-bedding-hugger-fitted-comforter/
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Hayden Bunk Bed Hugger: https://www.bunkbedsbunker.com/product/hayden-navy-bunk-bed-hugger/
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Campus Plaid Bunk Bed Hugger https://www.bunkbedsbunker.com/product/campus-bunk-bed-hugger/
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Minky Bunk Bed Hugger https://www.bunkbedsbunker.com/product/goal-girl-soccer-bunk-bed-hugger-comforter/
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Coastal Themed Bedding https://www.bunkbedsbunker.com/product/sea-horse-bunk-bed-hugger-comforter/
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Fitted Comforters for RV’s https://www.bunkbedsbunker.com/product/custom-fitted-rv-bunk-bed-huggers/
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Bed Cap Comforter Sets with Sham & Toss Pillows https://www.bunkbedsbunker.com/product-category/bedding/bunk-bed/comforters/cap-sets/
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NOTE: Many of our images on this website have been provided by our customers and are the property of Bunk Beds Bunker. They may not be copied or used elsewhere on the internet without our written permission.
Helpful Links:
Fitted comforter only – pillows and shams must be added: https://www.bunkbedsbunker.com/product-category/bedding/bunk-bed/comforters/huggers/
Designer sets – fitted comforter with some combination of shams, & pillows included in the set: https://www.bunkbedsbunker.com/product-category/bedding/bunk-bed/comforters/cap-sets/