How to Measure Bed Valance and Bedspread

Bed valance

Diagram showing how to measure a bed valance: width A, length B and drop C
A

WidthThe bed base's width.

B

LengthThe bed base's length.

C

DropMeasure from the top of the bed base (or the bottom edge of your mattress) to the point you would like the bed valance to finish.

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Bedspread

Diagram showing how to measure a bedspread, quilt or coverlet: mattress width A, mattress length B and drop C
A

WidthThe mattress width.

B

LengthThe mattress length.

C

DropMeasure from the top edge of your mattress to the point you would like the bedspread to finish.

Total length = Mattress length (B) + Drop (C)
Total width = Mattress width (A) + (2 × Drop (C))

For example, if the mattress width is 160 cm, mattress length is 200 cm and the drop is 30 cm:
Total length = 200 cm + 30 cm = 230 cm
Total width = 160 cm + (2 × 30 cm) = 220 cm

Please note: if you would like some extra allowance for pillows, or would prefer a shorter length or drop, simply adjust your measurements accordingly.

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