bedding

[mizzy]

i'm planning to update the bedrooms in my house on our return from florida and i have a few questions that some may know the answers for me

is a UK double size bed a "full" in the US

and i think a single is a twin?

also what is a bed skirt and how does it attach to the bed?

and finally can anyone recommend some good places to buy

thanks mizzy

[dawn]

Mizzy,

UK double is 'full size'
singel is a twin
bed skirt is a valance

[blott]

Bed skirt is put under the mattress (the middle part of the material that goes under the mattress is plain).

You can get bedsets in Wal-Mart, Target, Bed, Bath & Beyond, Linens 'n' Things as well as department stores like J C Penney, etc.

Be aware though that most of the 'bed in a bag' sets come with a comforter - although quilted, it's not a replacement for a duvet and cover as it wouldn't be warm enough for the UK, except in summer.

[andrewandcarole]

I just love the bedding department in J C Penney!

Carole

[Paula D-S]

<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by andrewandcarole
I just love the bedding department in J C Penney!

Carole
[/quote]

Me too, I always bring at least one set set back. I love the fact that you can get window dressings and all the different shaped cushions to match.......although my hubby just can't get his head around why these are needed.

[LiesaAnna]

we brought back bedding last trip, planning to get some more for me the next trip!

[Fourdents]

Mizzy

If you like a bit extra for tucking in etc. you could try the Queen size USA set on a UK double bed.

I also have a Full size USA set on my double UK bed and that is okay, but personally I like a bit extra cover [msnsmile2][msnsmile2] to wrap in !!

[Lynne S]

I do the same Linda and buy a Queen size for our double bed back home
I have a set on at the moment, comforter...plus lots & lots of cushions

[jbrinkworth]

What size would you buy for a king size bed then? We've just bought a new mattress and because its much deeper than our old one, we've had to buy super king size sheets to give us enough to tuck in! What would the equivalent US size be for that?
Julie B

[Lynne S]

Here are some measurements for you Julie, I hope they will help you to decide.

Measurements:

Full:

Pillowcases: 20" x 30"
Pillow shams: 20" x 26"
Bedskirt: 54" x 76" with 14" drop
Fitted sheet: 54" x 76" x 14"
Flat sheet: 81" x 96"
Comforter: 78" x 90"

Queen :

Pillowcases: 20" x 30"
Pillow shams: 20" x 26"
Bedskirt: 60" x 80" with 14" drop
Fitted sheet: 60" x 80" x 14"
Flat sheet: 90" x 102"
Comforter: 90" x 90"

King :

Pillowcases: 20" x 40"
Pillow shams: 20" x 36"
Bedskirt: 78" x 80" with 14" drop
Fitted sheet: 78" x 80" x 14"
Flat sheet: 108" x 102"
Comforter: 104" x 94"

California King :

Pillowcases: 20" x 40"
Pillow shams: 20" x 36"
Bedskirt: 72" x 84" with 14" drop
Fitted sheet: 72" x 84" x 14"
Flat sheet: 108" x 102"
Comforter: 104" x 94"