6oz vs 9oz vs 16oz: which polyester do I need?

6oz is about 1/4" loft and still machine quilts easily. 9oz is about 1/2" for puffier comforters. 16oz is about 1" and is for tied comforters and trapunto. Heavier is warmer and harder to feed through a domestic machine.

Polyester vs Polydown?

Both are polyester. Polydown uses a finer denier fiber for a softer hand and better drape and comes in 108" and 120"; the 6oz is a standard poly at a lower price in 96".

Why does the roll look thin when it arrives?

Hobbs polyester is vacuum-compressed for shipping. Unbag it and let it rest for one to two weeks and it will recover its full loft.

Can I machine quilt high-loft polyester?

Yes, on a longarm or a domestic machine with a walking foot, quilting 4-6" apart. Very high lofts (12oz and 16oz) are usually tied or quilted on a frame rather than fed through a domestic machine.

96" vs 108" vs 120": which width for my quilt?

Pick a batting at least 4" wider than the shorter side of your quilt top. A queen top (about 90" x 108") fits a 96" roll with the 108" running along the roll. A king top (108" to 120" wide) does not fit a 96" roll in one piece; use a 120" roll.

Do you ship batting rolls to Alaska or Hawaii?

No. Rolls and boards ship only to the 48 contiguous states; orders from Alaska, Hawaii or outside the US are cancelled and refunded. Pre-cut packages ship to all locations.

Do I need to pre-wash this batting?

No. Polyester does not shrink, so the finished quilt keeps its size and shape. Pre-washing is not recommended for any Hobbs batting.

Hobbs Polyester 6oz 96" Wide Batting Roll (AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER)

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Hobbs Polyester 6oz 96" Wide Batting Roll (AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER) (Available for Pre-Order)

Name: Hobbs Polyester 6oz 96" Wide Batting Roll (AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER)
Brand: Hobbs Bonded Fibers
SKU: BY-696
Price: 152.16 USD
Availability: InStock
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Hobbs 6oz Polyester is a high-loft batting for projects where you want warmth, body and a soft, puffy finish: comforters, tied quilts and trapunto. The 96" x 30 yard roll is 100% polyester, so it does not shrink and the finished piece keeps its size and shape.

Important: this batting ships tightly compressed. Open the bag and let it relax for one to two weeks before use so it reaches its full 1/4" loft.

Specifications

Fiber content	100% Polyester, 6 oz
Roll size	96" wide x 30 yards
Color	White
Loft	Approx. 1/4"
Shrinkage	None
Max distance between stitches	4-6"
Construction	Bonded
Care	Machine wash and dry; no pre-washing
Best for	Comforters, tied quilts, trapunto, high-loft projects
Also available as	9oz · 12oz · 16oz
SKU	BY-696

~10 queen cuts
90" x 108"

~15 twin cuts
72" x 90"

~18 throw cuts
60" x 72"

0 king cuts
see the 120" roll

Cut lengths run along the 30-yard roll; width is fixed at 96". Counts are approximate and assume no waste.

6oz vs 9oz vs 16oz: which polyester do I need?: 6oz is about 1/4" loft and still machine quilts easily. 9oz is about 1/2" for puffier comforters. 16oz is about 1" and is for tied comforters and trapunto. Heavier is warmer and harder to feed through a domestic machine. Hobbs 9oz polyester 96" roll
Polyester vs Polydown?: Both are polyester. Polydown uses a finer denier fiber for a softer hand and better drape and comes in 108" and 120"; the 6oz is a standard poly at a lower price in 96". Hobbs Polydown 108" roll
Why does the roll look thin when it arrives?: Hobbs polyester is vacuum-compressed for shipping. Unbag it and let it rest for one to two weeks and it will recover its full loft.
Can I machine quilt high-loft polyester?: Yes, on a longarm or a domestic machine with a walking foot, quilting 4-6" apart. Very high lofts (12oz and 16oz) are usually tied or quilted on a frame rather than fed through a domestic machine.
96" vs 108" vs 120": which width for my quilt?: Pick a batting at least 4" wider than the shorter side of your quilt top. A queen top (about 90" x 108") fits a 96" roll with the 108" running along the roll. A king top (108" to 120" wide) does not fit a 96" roll in one piece; use a 120" roll. 120" roll
Do you ship batting rolls to Alaska or Hawaii?: No. Rolls and boards ship only to the 48 contiguous states; orders from Alaska, Hawaii or outside the US are cancelled and refunded. Pre-cut packages ship to all locations. Shop packaged batting
Do I need to pre-wash this batting?: No. Polyester does not shrink, so the finished quilt keeps its size and shape. Pre-washing is not recommended for any Hobbs batting.