In 30 years of serving the hospitality industry, Fabtex, Inc. has made over ten million custom quilted bedspreads. Our three plants, all based here in the United States, each contain state of the art equipment and highly skilled personnel devoted to making top-quality custom bedcoverings. While our competitors sourced off shore production lines, we invested in our plants and people here at home- Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and California. This commitment allows use to give our customers better lead-times and substantially higher quality levels, all at pricing that continues to lead the industry. The following pages detail the extensive range of options available in custom bedding. As you will begin to see, your choices are endless. Overwhelmed? Give us a call and talk with one of our bedding specialists. Let us create the bedding package that will keep your budget on track and your guests raving for many years to come. |
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TYPES:
Bedspread
Side and foot drops are to the floor,
typically 21” - 23”
Coverlet
Side and foot drops to cover a few
inches below mattress, typically 13” - 15” (use
with bedskirt).
Duvet Cover
Drops can be any length (USE WITH
DUVET INSERT).
STYLES:
The style designates the look of the
bedspread. After the fabric selection, this is the most important consideration
in determining the look of the finished product.
Throw
Made with bell (rounded) corners at
foot.
Fitted With Quilted or Unquilted
Tongues
Tongues should be 18” wide with 9”
sewn under bed coverings at corners of mattress at foot of bed on each side. Side
drops are faced to prevent “grinning” of lining.
Fitted Closed Corner
Waterfall Fitted
Waterfall 12” of side drop sewn under
covers at corners of mattress at foot of bed. Joining should be at corners of
top edge of mattress and not sewn through cover. Inside of drops should be double
faced so the backing does not show.
Fitted With Unquilted Kick Pleats
FACE FABRIC:
Several considerations are required
in the selection of a face fabric other than pattern and color. Fiber content
will determine the “feel” and “look.” Avora, Avora hybrids and unbranded
polyester have reached wide acceptability in the marketplace and offer many practical
considerations such as washability and color retention. Other attributes of
various base cloths, such as weight, texture, construction, etc… all contribute
to the cost of fabric as well as the suitability for bedcovering application.
Some fabrics may not be appropriate for bedspreads and coverlets. Consult your
Fabtex representative for details.
FILLING:
Filling weight should be calculated
in 48” lineal yards. Bonded polyester is normally used for commercially quilted
bed coverings, 5 to 14 oz. It is difficult on 54” fabrics to make the proper
width on a queen with more than 6 oz fill using 2 widths of fabric. Hand guided
or outline quilted covers should use 8 to 14 oz filling. 100% polyester low
melt, which does not contain resin and which will meet most FR codes, is
available as an option.
LINING:
The content, quality and construction
of the backing are critical to the longevity of the bedspread. The Fabtex
standard is a preshrunk 70/30 poly/cotton blend (63 x 37 count) designed to be
compatible with all face fabrics in use today. A high count 78/44 poly/cotton preshrunk
lining is available. These backings do not have back fill or sizing which can
cause problems. Options include 100% polyester Avora, 100% hybrid FR polyester
or wide colored linings.
PRE-SEAM:
The pattern is matched as the 54”
fabric is joined with a 5 thread safety stitch. It is then quilted on a wide
computerized lock stitch machine. Pre-seamed bed coverings are far superior to
post-seamed bed coverings. Stitch popping and seam slippage are far more likely
when using post-seamed bed coverings. Always insist on pre-seamed, wide
computerized quilted bedspreads and coverlets.
SEAMLESS:
Wide width fabrics (126”) are
available in polyester fabrics. The patterns are more limited and some size
constraints such as less pillow tuck should be considered. Note: The standard
126” wide fabric is not FR. Check with your Fabtex representative about the availability
of FR wide goods.
REVERSIBLE:
Fabric is shown on both sides and
quilted on both sides with coordinated colored bobbins and finished edge
(edging can be banded or with welt).
HEMS:
Single needle hem 1” lock stitched
through quilting prevents hem from unraveling while creating a 1” self-welt
look.
Blind stitch hem is optional,
although is not recommended for bedspreads.
QUILT PATTERNS:
Commercial quilting designs are
normally used in guest rooms, outline quilting is generally used in suites or
guest rooms in deluxe properties. Note: The selection of the Channel Quilt
Pattern is to be considered with caution. Bedspreads using channel are subject
to “grow” with laundering.
A selection of quilt patterns can be
viewed in the following section of this book. If you do not find a pattern you
like in the selection following, consult your Fabtex representative. All quilt
patterns in the marketplace are available from Fabtex.
THREAD:
#23 nylon multi-filament is recommended.
The Fabtex standard is to coordinate thread color with primary colors in the
face fabric. Monofilament thread is generally used for Outline Quilting.
CORNERS:
Top corners are mitered to create a
finished appearance as well as a more durable bedcover.
DETAILS:
Welt Cord is available (1/4” through
1” Jumbo) for applications on top and/or bottom edges. For welting on the top
edge of the bedspread we recommend double 1/4” welt so as to retain pattern match
and integrity of the bedspread. OTHER as specified.
PILLOW TUCK:
An allowance added to cover the
pillow.
Economy: 15”
Standard: 18”
Double Stack: 30”
Reverse Sham: 36”
MEASUREMENTS:
The designations Twin/Twin XL/Full/Full
XL/Queen/King/California King are a starting point. Actual measurements (in
inches) are necessary because of variation in bedding standards. The drop is
particularly important as it has been changing in recent years due to mattress
thickness increases. The three measurements required are as follows:
1)
Specified
Width x Length x Height Of Mattress
2)
Width x
Length x Height Of Box Spring
3)
Width x Length x Height Of Bed (including frame)
STANDARD MEASUREMENTS:
FULL LENGTH BEDSPREAD COVERLET
TWIN 39”
x 75” x 21” 39”x 75”
x 12-13”
TWIN XL 39” x 80” x 21” 39”
x 80” x 12-13”
DOUBLE 54” x 75” x 21” 54”
x 75” x 12-13”
DOUBLE XL 54” x 80” x 21” 54”
x 80” x 12-13”
QUEEN 60” x 80” x 21” 60” x 80” x 12-13”
CAL KING 72” x 80” x 21” 72”
x 80” x 12-13”
CAL KING LONG 72” x 84” x 21” 72”
x 84” x 12-13”
DUAL KING 78” x 80” x 21” 78”
x 80” x 12-13”
EASTERN 76” x 80” x 21” 76”
x 78” x 12-13”
MURPHY BEDS (VARY IN SIZE) - Submit
dimensions and request quote.
IMPORTANT - All beds vary in width, length
and drop and must be field measured.
GUSSETS:
Fitted bedspreads with open corners
require a gusset. This may be quilted or unquilted. Contrasting fabrics may
also be used. Properly made gussets should be 18” wide. This is also called a
tongue.
KICK PLEATS:
Corner similar to gusset style fitted
but the sides are joined to drop panels.
Brochure - Quilted Bedding Quilted Bedding brochure containing styles, options, fabrication methods, and care recommendations. Updated: Friday, May 12, 2017 @ 09:50 AM |
Care Instructions - Quilted Bedding Complete Quilted Bedding care instructions containing recommended washing, drying, and finishing details. Updated: Friday, May 12, 2017 @ 09:54 AM |
Request for Quote - Bedding Quote Request Form detailing property location and drapery specifications, sizes, and fabric selection. Updated: Monday, May 2, 2016 @ 12:54 PM |
Bed Measuring Form Bed Measuring Form detailing configuration including sizing of mattress, box spring, and platform. Updated: Monday, August 14, 2017 @ 01:49 PM |
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