How to Display a Quilt

Quilts, whether they are made by family members, souvenirs or antiques, are a great way to tastefully decorate any room. To display a quilt correctly often depends on the age of the quilt and how much protection it needs from light and the elements. Antique quilts are a challenge to display, but newer quilts are much easier and need little preparation.

Instructions

1. Display a newer quilt on a guest bed or on a bed that gets little use. Lay the quilt flat and touch it as little as possible to keep it from being soiled by constant handling.

2. Hang an antique quilt on a wall. Use a specially made quilt display glass that will keep the quilt from being pressed by the glass. Make sure the room isn't too humid to keep the quilt from growing mildew.

3. Keep the light dim in a room where an antique quilt is displayed. Keep direct sunlight away from the quilt with heavy curtains or blinds.

4. Take the quilt down after a few months and rotate it with another quilt or other wall art to lengthen the life of any quilt.

5. Cover a wooden frame with fabric attached with staples. Make sure the staples are impervious to rust to prevent any discolorations. Sew the quilt securely onto the secured fabric for a safe display that won't stretch the quilt's shape.

6. Vacuum any displayed quilt regularly to keep it in top condition. Remove the glass from a glass-fronted display unit in order to vacuum the quilt.