Coverlet Sizes Australia (Dimensions in cm)
A standard coverlet is 220 x 240 cm. That size drapes over a double bed (138 x 188 cm) or a queen bed (153 x 203 cm) with an overhang on each side, which is how a coverlet is meant to sit: as a light, decorative top layer rather than a tucked sheet.
| Item | Size (cm) | Suits bed sizes | Overhang on a queen bed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coverlet | 220 x 240 | Double, queen | about 33 cm each side |
Coverlet, bedspread or quilt?
A coverlet is a thin, lightly quilted top layer used over a sheet in summer or over a quilt for decoration. It is not a substitute for a warm quilt in winter. A quilt or doona is the filled layer that keeps you warm, and it is sized differently: a queen quilt is 210 x 210 cm, a king quilt 240 x 210 cm. See the quilt and doona size guide for the full chart and the light weight quilt range if you want summer warmth in a proper quilt.
Choosing a coverlet for a king bed
On a 183 cm wide king bed a 220 x 240 cm coverlet leaves about 18 cm each side, which covers the mattress top but shows more of the base. If you want the coverlet to hang further, layer it over a king quilt, or use a king size quilt cover as the top layer instead (see the quilt cover size guide).
Frequently asked questions
What size is a coverlet in Australia?
A standard coverlet is 220 x 240 cm, which suits double and queen beds.
What size coverlet for a queen bed?
A 220 x 240 cm coverlet leaves about 33 cm of drop on each side of a 153 cm wide queen mattress.
Is a coverlet the same as a quilt?
No. A coverlet is a thin decorative top layer; a quilt or doona is the filled layer that provides warmth and uses a different size chart.