How Far Should a Comforter Hang Down?

Best Size for a Comforter
The guideline for the length of the comforter is that it should end just below the mattress, or one-third of the distance from the top of the box spring to the floor, or two-thirds of that distance.

How much should a comforter overhang?

Add at least 4 inches to the width to allow for additional comforter overhang. Add the depth to the length just once. Add at least 2 inches to the length to allow for additional comforter overhang. Compare your new dimensions to the bedding sizes.

How should a comforter fit on a bed?

Ideally, your comforter should hang equally on the sides and foot of the bed. If you have your mattress placed on a box spring with a bed skirt, the comforter should cover the mattress and the top of the bed skirt. The general rule of thumb is that about one-third to a half of the bed skirt should be visible.

Robert Thorne

Robert Thorne

Automotive & Future Transportation Editor

Robert Thorne covers electric vehicle innovations, autonomous driving systems, global mobility trends, and automotive engineering developments.