what is a coverlet for a bed

A coverlet is a lightweight blanket that is used for added warmth and an extra decorative touch. It is a bedcovering with sides that hang down a few inches past the box spring, but don’t touch the floor. Coverlets are typically smaller than bedspreads, since they’re designed to be a decorative element at the foot of your bed or a thin extra layer between bedspread, duvet, or quilt and your sheets. They can be tucked in or left untucked if edged with decorative trim and can be layered directly over a flat sheet or over a blanket. Coverlets are made of lighter materials than quilts and can be the same size as your bed or throw blanket size. They can add extra warmth or be purely decorative, or both. Coverlets are typically made of cotton, linen, velvet, or silk, but other materials can be used as well.