Pellon Natural Cotton Batting with Scrim King Size 120" x 120"

Pellon Natural Cotton Batting with Scrim — King Size 120" x 120" is the unbleached cotton batting for king quilts in traditional and warm palettes — cream-toned natural cotton, scrim-stabilized for handling at the largest standard quilt size.

Product Details

• Size: 120" x 120" — generous overhang around standard king tops; verify Cal king dimensions first
• Fiber: 100% natural unbleached cotton with needle-punched scrim
• Color: Warm cream — suits vintage, reproduction, and warm-toned fabrics; use the White version behind light tops
• Quilting distance: Within 4"
• Shrinkage: 3–5% first wash — roughly 4–6 inches per dimension at king size
• Brand: Pellon

Frequently Asked Questions

When is natural the right choice over white?

Behind darker and warm-toned fabrics — reproduction prints, autumn palettes, traditional quilts — where a bright white batting isn't needed and the cream tone sits invisibly.

Why does scrim matter at king size?

The bigger the batting, the more its own weight stresses it during loading. The scrim's tear resistance matters most exactly here.

Package or roll for king quilts?

Occasional king projects: the pre-cut package avoids waste. Studios quilting multiple kings weekly: a roll format wins on economics.

Can I hand quilt it?

Workable, but the scrim adds needle resistance — dedicated hand quilters usually prefer scrim-free cotton.

Is it breathable for a bed quilt?

Yes — natural cotton regulates temperature well across seasons on a daily-use king bed.