The Hobbs Polydown 108" Wide Batting Roll brings the easy-care, high-loft performance of premium polyester batting to a wide-format 30-yard roll — giving longarm quilters the coverage they need for queen and king-size projects without seaming, at a price point that makes sense for busy quilting studios.
Top 10 Questions About Hobbs Polydown 108" Wide Batting Roll
Q: What is the fiber content of Hobbs Polydown batting?
A: Hobbs Polydown is 100% polyester. It is engineered to deliver the soft, lofty feel of down fill with the durability, easy care, and hypoallergenic properties of synthetic fiber.
Q: Is 108 inches wide enough for a king-size quilt?
A: Yes, 108 inches comfortably covers a standard king-size quilt top with adequate batting overhang for longarm leader attachment on all sides.
Q: How many queen-size quilts can I get from a 30-yard roll?
A: At 108 inches wide, a 30-yard Polydown roll typically yields 10–12 queen-size quilt battings, making it an economical choice for longarm professionals quilting multiple projects per month.
Q: How far apart can I quilt with Hobbs Polydown batting?
A: Polydown allows quilting up to 8–10 inches apart, giving longarm quilters extraordinary flexibility for open pantograph designs and widely spaced custom quilting patterns.
Q: Is Hobbs Polydown easy to load on a longarm frame?
A: Yes, the roll format makes it straightforward to load onto standard longarm batting leaders. The polyester construction is lightweight and easy to handle even in wide widths.
Q: Does Polydown batting hold its loft after washing?
A: One of polyester's greatest advantages is loft recovery. After machine washing and tumble drying on low, Polydown bounces back to full loft consistently, wash after wash.
Q: Is Hobbs Polydown batting hypoallergenic?
A: Yes, 100% polyester batting is naturally hypoallergenic. It does not harbor dust mites, mold, or mildew, making it an excellent choice for allergy-sensitive users.
Q: Will Polydown batting beard through my quilt top?
A: Hobbs bonds their Polydown fibers to significantly reduce bearding. Using a tightly woven quilt top fabric provides additional protection against fiber migration.
Q: How does 108" Polydown compare to the 96" wide version?
A: The 108" version gives you an extra foot of width, making it better suited for king-size quilts and reducing the chance of coming up short on overhang for longarm loading.
Q: Is polyester batting a good value compared to cotton batting?
A: Polyester batting is typically more affordable per yard than premium cotton or wool battings. For quilters prioritizing loft, washability, and hypoallergenic properties, Polydown offers excellent value.
Order the Hobbs Polydown 108" Wide Batting Roll at Linda's Electric Quilters and keep your longarm studio stocked with a reliable, high-loft polyester batting at a great price.
