A king size comforter, also called a duvet, is used for warmth and/or decoration. It is the top-most layer of bedding, placed above the sheet and blankets and provides insulation, helping maintain your body temperature as you sleep. A king size comforter can simply be decorative, provide a little warmth, or ensure a great amount of warmth, depending on your needs.

There are two styles of King mattresses available in the United States: King and California King. A King mattress (also called Eastern King) is 78 by 80 inches, while a California King measures 72 by 84 inches. Despite the differences in mattress sizes, most manufacturers of king size comforters offer only one size, which generally measures 110 by 96 inches. Some manufacturers produce oversized comforters to provide extra coverage. Read the rest of this entry