MATERIALS / BATTING
Quilt batting comparison: spacing, shrinkage and fiber by brand
Compare manufacturer-reported fiber content, quilting distance, and shrinkage. These are specifications, not product rankings. Working out how much fabric the quilt needs? Use the quilt size chart or the backing and binding calculators.
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On a phone, swipe the table sideways to see quilting distance, shrinkage, and sources.
| Product / variant | Reported composition | Quilting distance | Reported shrinkage | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HobbsHeirloom Premium 80/20 Black Cotton BlendBlack | 80% cotton; 20% polyester | 4 inches | 3–5% | Product page ↗ |
| Quilters DreamQuilters Dream 80/20Natural or white | 80% cotton; 20% polyester; no scrim | 8 inches | reduced; numeric amount unknown | Product page ↗ |
| WarmWarm 80/20Natural | 80% cotton; 20% polyester; cotton scrim | 10 inches | approximately 3% cold; 5% warm | Product page ↗ |
CloudLoft’s 4–6 inch range is preserved; its upper bound is used for filtering. Washing temperature, drying, fabric, and construction affect results. Always check your package instructions.