dust ruffle
Plural
dust ruffles
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a decorative piece of fabric that hangs down from the mattress to the floor, designed to cover the space between the bed frame and the floor while also hiding the area under the bed
A dust ruffle, also known as a bed skirt, is a piece of fabric that hangs down from the sides of a bed, covering the space between the mattress and the floor. It is often used to hide the bed's frame, storage underneath the bed, or any items placed there. Dust ruffles are usually made from materials like cotton, polyester, or linen and come in various colors and designs to match bedroom décor. They help add a finished, tidy look to the bed while also preventing dust from accumulating underneath.
- She added a dust ruffle to her bed to cover the storage boxes underneath.
- They decided to buy a dust ruffle to match their bedding set for a more coordinated look.
- The new dust ruffle matched the curtains perfectly, giving the room a clean look.
- After vacuuming, she smoothed out the dust ruffle so it draped evenly on the floor.
- He lifted the dust ruffle to check if anything had fallen under the bed.