what's the difference between a quilt and a coverlet
Thus, it is bigger in size than a coverlet. Quilt. A quilt is a piece of cloth that is intended to provide warmth to the sleeping person. It is not to be slept over like a bed sheet. However, it remains a bed covering during day time and hence the confusion with a bedspread.
A coverlet is a thin comforter or blanket like a quilt.  A coverlet is generally smaller than the old styleâ¦ bedspread as well. It can be quilted, tacked (which typically has 3 layers - topside, batten or fill, and the underside. A MatelessÃ© is a single ply fabric often with a woven in pattern.