Hobbs Poly 16oz 96in Wide Roll High Loft Polyester Batting
The Hobbs Poly 16oz 96" Wide Roll is a high-loft 16-ounce polyester batting providing dramatic dimensional quilting results. The 16oz construction creates deeply raised unquilted areas and sunken stitched channels for showpiece quilts where maximum loft impact is the priority.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is 16oz polyester batting used for?
- Showpiece bed quilts requiring dramatic dimensional effects, quilted garments where extra loft is desired, and any project where standard batting would not provide enough visual impact. 16oz is significantly loftier than standard polyester battings.
- How does 16oz compare to 20oz Hobbs poly?
- 16oz provides high loft; 20oz provides extreme loft. 16oz is suitable for more quilts where dramatic dimensional effects are desired but maximum-extreme loft is not required. 20oz is for showpieces only.
- Can longarm machines handle 16oz batting?
- Most longarm machines handle 16oz without issue. Loading tension may need slight adjustment for the increased thickness. Test on a sample before loading a finished quilt top.
- Does 16oz polyester maintain loft after washing?
- Polyester loft is resilient. Wash gently and dry on low heat to preserve maximum loft over the quilt’s life.
- What stitch density works best with 16oz?
- Dense stitching (1–3" spacing) creates maximum contrast between stitched channels and raised unquilted areas. Open designs do not fully showcase 16oz loft potential.