🛏 Duvet Cover Yardage Calculator
Find exactly how much fabric you need for any duvet cover size
Duvet & Fabric Settings
Standard Duvet Insert Dimensions
Estimated Yardage by Bed Size & Fabric Width
| Bed Size | 44/45 in Fabric | 54 in Fabric | 60 in Fabric | 108 in Fabric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twin (68x86) | ~5.5 yd | ~4.0 yd | ~3.5 yd | ~2.5 yd |
| Full (80x86) | ~5.5 yd | ~4.0 yd | ~3.5 yd | ~2.5 yd |
| Queen (90x92) | ~6.0 yd | ~4.5 yd | ~4.0 yd | ~2.75 yd |
| King (104x92) | ~7.0 yd | ~5.5 yd | ~5.0 yd | ~3.0 yd |
| Cal King (106x92) | ~7.0 yd | ~5.5 yd | ~5.0 yd | ~3.0 yd |
| Euro (80x80) | ~5.0 yd | ~3.5 yd | ~3.0 yd | ~2.25 yd |
* Estimates use 0.5 in seam allowance, 5% overage, no pattern repeat, button placket closure.
Closure Type Guide
| Closure Type | Extra Fabric | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Button Placket | +3 in length | Intermediate | Classic, durable; back panel cut in two pieces |
| Zipper | None | Easy-Intermediate | Clean finish; zipper centered at bottom edge |
| Tie Closure | None | Easy | Fabric ties hold the opening closed; casual look |
| No Closure (Envelope) | None | Beginner | Overlapping fabric flap; no hardware needed |
Seam Allowance Effect on Cut Size
| Finished Size | 0.5 in SA Cut Size | 1 in SA Cut Size | Recommended For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 68 x 86 in (Twin) | 69 x 87 in | 70 x 88 in | Cotton voile / lawn |
| 80 x 86 in (Full) | 81 x 87 in | 82 x 88 in | Standard cotton |
| 90 x 92 in (Queen) | 91 x 93 in | 92 x 94 in | Linen / sateen |
| 104 x 92 in (King) | 105 x 93 in | 106 x 94 in | Home dec weight |
Counting how much fabric is needed for a duvet cover can be a hard task. A good chart of amounts can lead you to buy the right amount. These charts give approximate amounts for some of the most common projects for beds
For a twin bed, that usually measures 39 by 75 inches, the cover is usually 72 by 92 inches. That requires around 6 yards per side. A full bed measures 54 by 75 inches, and the cover is 86 by 92 inches, which also requires 6 yards per side.
How Much Fabric You Need for a Duvet Cover
A queen bed is 60 by 80 inches, with a cover of 92 by 97 inches. For that size, only the upper part requires about 5 and a half yards. A king cover will require 12 yards total.
If you use a pattern or contrast in the center, then 6 yards of each fabric will work, including seam allowances and links.
When you buy fabric with a width of 54 inches, add 15 percent more if the repeat of the design is bigger than 4 inches. Most heavy fabrics sold in the United States are 54 inches wide. A bit of margin is already included for matching the fabric, but stripes, plaids or flowery designs with big repeats can requier more material.
If you use fabric with a visible pattern, lay the full width in the center and add the sides later. To count the needed amount, add the finished width once and the finished length twice. Divide the whole by 36 to find the number of yards.
Add at least 5 additional inches to the measure to allow for folds and similar corrections.
A duvet cover is almost a big pillowcase, in that you lay the stuffing. That allows you to change the inside without changing the look of the bed. You use those covers for decoration and protection of filled covers.
Duvets usually are thicker and looser. The covers take up less space in the washer and are more easily cleaned than full covers.
Unfortunately, there are no standard measures for duvets in the United States. They usually vary from maker to maker. For instance, three different brands of full/queen covers had measures of 94 by 90, 94 by 108 and 92 by 88 inches.
Hence, it is always a good idea to check the measures of the duvet itself. The duvet and the cover should be as close as they can be.
One cheap choice is to buy nice, high quality flat sheets used and sew covers from them. Buying two sheets, you can use both parts for the cover, and you will have extra sheets for easier laundry. It is also smart to strengthen the spots where the ties are attached, so that the stuffing would not slip insideof the cover.
