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How Much Backing for a Full Quilt?

An 85 by 90 inch full top with 4 inches of overhang needs a back about 93 by 98 inches. Three panels of 42 inch cloth, or one length of 108 inch wide backing.

Two widths of backing fabric seamed together behind a smaller quilt top
Full size is where three panels of quilting cotton become the default.

Quiltler's full or double quilt is 85 by 90 inches. With 4 inches of overhang the back is 93 by 98. Ninety-three inches is more than two 42 inch widths (84) and less than three (126), so three panels is the 42 inch answer. The calculator tries both seam directions and keeps the cheaper cut. On 108 inch wide backing the 93 inch side fits in one panel, which is why wide goods earn their price on a full bed even more than on a twin.

Plan the top in the full quilt designer. Twin backing is smaller; queen backing is how much backing for a queen quilt. Binding for this size is how much binding for a full quilt. Diagonal seams rarely beat three straight panels at this width — check the diagonal backing calculator if you are curious.

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FAQ

How much backing for a full quilt?

An 85 by 90 inch top with 4 inches of overhang needs a back about 93 by 98 inches. On 42 inch fabric that is 3 panels (about 8 1/4 yards). 108 inch wide backing usually covers the 93 inch side in one length, about 2 3/4 yards.

Is a full quilt the same as a queen for backing?

No. A queen on Quiltler is 90 by 95. Five extra inches each way is another panel decision. Use the queen backing page for that bed.

Should I buy wide backing for a full?

Often yes. Three seams of 42 inch cloth are workable, but 108 inch goods drop the yardage sharply. Compare both on this card.

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