Mattress Sizes and Dimensions Thinking about upgrading your old mattress? Choosing the right size is the first step in finding the perfect new mattress, and helping you to avoid the costly and frustrating hassle of having to return a mattress that doesn’t fit your bedroom (or your needs). And if you’re making the leap to an entirely new mattress size, choosing the right dimensions is doubly important, as you have to consider how much sleeping space that you’ll need for ultimate comfort and the best night’s sleep possible. The good news is that you can use the convenient mattress sizing charts below to guide you in making the right size selection, and the best choice for your new mattress. 38” x 75” x 10” 38” x 80” x 10” 54” x 75” x 10” 60” x 80” x 10” 76” x 80” x 10” 72” x 84” x 10” Which Mattress Size is Best? While adults can sleep on a twin size mattress, it is most commonly used with children’s bed frames, as it is the smallest sleep area of all the standard mattress sizes.
Twin mattress dimensions are typically 38 inches wide by 75 inches long (38” W x 75” L). Twin XL Mattress Dimensions With 6 inches of additional length, the twin XL (extra long) mattress is a great option for college students due to its extra leg space – this size mattress is regularly found in university dorm rooms. Twin XL mattress dimensions are typically 38 inches wide by 80 inches long (38” W x 80” L). Also known as a “double mattress,” a Full size mattress is a great choice for growing children, but usually doesn’t provide enough space for two adults to share comfortably, especially if they are over 5’8” tall. Full mattress dimensions are 54 inches wide by 75 inches long (54” W x 75” L). The most popular mattress size choice for the average adult sleeper, the Queen size mattress provides more sleeping space than the Full mattress, and is usually offers enough space for two adults to sleep together in comfort, especially if you and your partner enjoy cuddling up with one another at bedtime.
Queen size mattress dimensions are 60 inches wide by 80 inches long (60” W x 80” L). The best choice for partners that enjoy their own space when sleeping, or for those that share their bed with kids or pets, the King size mattress provides ample room for a quality night’s sleep. Essentially two Twin XL mattresses merged together, the King size mattress dimensions are 76 inches wide by 80 long (76” W x 80” L). California (Cal) King Mattress Dimensions For people that are over 6’ tall or enjoy “family sleeping” with kids or pets, the California King size mattress is a great choice. A “Cal” King mattress is 4 inches narrower and 4 inches longer than a traditional King size mattress, giving tall sleepers plenty of room to stretch their legs. California King size mattress dimensions measure 72 inches wide by 84 inches long (72” W x 84” L). Have Mattress Dimensions Changed? The short answer is yes. You may find references to twin mattress size as 39” W x 74” L.
And twin XL mattress size as 39” W x 80” L. Many manufacturers round-up dimensions of their mattresses to make them appear larger. In some cases by over 1 inch. The dimensions displayed on this page are more accurate measurements of your new mattress. Are Bed Frame Sizes Standardized? Unfortunately, the answer to this question is no. Bed frame manufacturers leave one to two inches around the mattress to fit into their frames. The amount of clearance will vary by manufacture. Take time to measure your sleeping space. This will ensure your bed frame will fit and leave room for movement around the bed. What’s a Lull Mattress All About?California King Mattress Sizes Calfornia King Size Mattresses California King Mattress Dimensions are 72" x 84" California King size mattresses are 12" wider than a Queen bed but they add 4" in length. This may be a better choice for taller adults. This size is sometimes known as the "Western King", and bedding may be labeled either "California King" or "Western King".
A California King bed set comes with one mattress and two half-width box springs to be more manageable when moving. The approximate California king width measurement per person is 36". Pros: A California King size mattress is roomy in width for 2 adults. Also, it is the longest standard bed available at about 84", which is ample for most taller people. Cons: This is a very large mattress that may not fit easily up stairs or into smaller rooms. Sheets are plentiful on the West Coast but may be a bit more difficult to find in other parts of the country, so try looking for them online if you're not on the West Coast. A California king size mattress needs 3 standard pillows or 2 king pillows for this width. All bedding is most expensive for California king mattress sizes. You can also buy this size mattress as a Split Cal King, which allows for the delivery of Cal King size mattresses to facilities where doors do not allow one piece sets.This is the size of the Pillow itself: your pillow case should be apx 4 inches longer than the pillow.
Pillowcases typically are manufactured to standard sizes with the shorthand references of standard, queen and king. King sized pillowcases are the largest pillowcases available King Size Pillowcase Dimensions When laid flat, a king pillowcase typically measures 20-by-36 inches or 20-by-40 inches. It is typically the largest size pillowcase offered. Two are normally included with a set of king size sheets for a king size bed. A king-size pillow is typically 20-by-36 inches. The extra long size is designed so that two will fit across the top of a king size bed, which measures 78 inches across by 80 inches in length. For best fit, a king-size pillowcase should be 4 inches longer than the pillow and 2 inches greater in circumference so that it is easy to remove and replace, yet not loose enough to cause folds and creases in the fabric, which would be uncomfortable on the face. An individual king-size pillow will vary in circumference depending on the firmness of the pillow, its age and the loft of the materials used to stuff it.
Feather and down pillows will have considerably more loft than a flat polyester fiber fill and, therefore, greater circumference requiring a wider width. Although a king sized pillowcase is designed to fit most king pillows, a fluffier pillow will have a tighter fit. A standard pillowcase measures 20-by-26 inches, which is too short to fit a king pillow. A queen size pillowcase is typically 20-by-30 inches. Queen-size pillows are sized to fit two comfortably side by side while extending most of the way across a queen-size bed measuring 60 inches wide by 80 inches long. Nothing can improve a night’s sleep like a quality pillow… and nothing can spruce up your bed more than the right sized pillows. Bed size typically dictates pillow size. Standard pillows are used for twin beds, queen pillows for queen beds, and king pillows for king beds. This isn’t a rule though, and many people choose pillow sizes based on personal preferences. For instance, one king size pillow fits on a twin bed.
If you prefer standard pillows, two fit on a queen bed and three fit on a king bed. Many luxury hotels pile four king pillows on their queen beds. The choice is really up to you. Here is a guide to the common size pillows: Standard 20 x 26 inches. Uses a Standard size pillowcase. Use one on a Twin bed, two on a Full or Queen, and three on a King bed. Queen 20 x 30 inches. Uses the same pillow combination as the Standard. Since there is no Queen size pillowcase, use a Standard pillowcase with a Queen size pillow. It fills up a Standard pillowcase more completely, and it is also a perfect fit across the top of your Queen size bed. King 20 x 36 inches. You guessed it, use these on your King size bed. These extra long pillows are perfectly paired across the top of both an Eastern and Cal-King bed, and use a King pillowcase. Euro 26 x 26 inches. These large, square pillows are great to prop yourself up in bed with. They also add a decorative accent when covered with a decorative pillow sham in place of a Euro pillowcase.