Skip to main content. Home Guides Home Home Improvement Troubleshoot, Fix and Repair The Standard Height of a Bed and Mattress From the Floor A bed high off the floor is easier to clean under. While mattress lengths and widths are standardized, how high your bed sits off the floor is not. The depth of your mattress and box springs combine with the height of the bed frame to determine the height of your bed from the floor. Standard Dimensions Typical mattress pocket depths vary from 8 to 18 inches, and box springs usually measure 8 to 12 inches deep. “Bunkie boards” allow for a lower bed height, since they measure only 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 inches deep. Standard bed frames raise box springs and mattresses 7 1/2 inches off the floor. Different Bed Heights The average bed height today is about 25 inches. At this height, your feet can reach the floor when you're seated on the edge of the mattress. Built 36 inches off the floor, an antique bed is quite high, while a modern platform bed is typically only about 18 inches high.
Benefits of Various Bed Heights Higher beds may provide more storage room, assuming a taller-than-standard bed frame contributes to the height. Lower beds have a more modern look and may provide the aesthetic you like. Lower beds are also appropriate for children since they are easier to climb into and offer a shorter distance to fall if the child rolls out of bed. Older people sometimes like higher beds since they're easier to get in and out of. /Getty Images Suggest a Correction Crib & Toddler Beds Peaceful sleep is essential for your baby's development Safety 1st has received the 2017 Women’s Choice Award® as an America’s Most Recommended™ brand for Crib & Toddler Mattress High density thermo-bonded core provides firm support Lightweight and durable for long-lasting use throughout your child’s development Outer cover in soft rayon made from bamboo Removable cover is water resistant and washable PVC-free surface Free of phthalates and lead Assembled in Canada Fits standard cribs and toddler beds For optimal use
, rotate mattress every 2-3 months Made for sleeping use only. Jumping may cause indentations in the mattress Mattress dimensions: 52”L x 27.5”W x 5"H Weight limit 50 lbs. In order to chose the right instruction manual for your product, please refer to the Instruction Manual Number ( IM No.) located on the sticker which is on the product itself. Enter Instruction Manual Number.: The first step to investing in your child's health and well-being is to invest in a quality New Zealand made bed to give them the best sleep possible. The Sleepyhead Junior range is custom designed to provide the extra support kids need for healthy sleep so they wake energised for the day ahead. Children require a healthy sleep environment, especially since toddlers and kids spend more time than anyone else in bed sleeping or napping. As children, their bodies are constantly growing so it's essential that they receive the correct support for spinal alignment. Their beds should have the right cushioning properties and support systems within the mattress in order to ensure that their growth is healthy and not inhibited or made uncomfortable in any way.
Truflex™ – heat tempered springs provide durability and support you can rely on, proven over time. A hard-wearing Herringbone cotton cover is easy to clean and comes in two colourful kids designs. The 100% cotton cover breathes well and has natural hypo-allergenic properties making it ideal for allergy and asthma sufferers. Unique to the Junior range design are the butterfly clips added to the edge of the mattress to provide extra support and stability right across the mattress. That extra strength is also useful when mum or dad sit in bed to read a bedtime story or enjoy a cuddle after a busy day. The Sleepyhead Junior range is designed with kids in mind and includes the following features: Fun kids fabrics made from 100% Herringbone cotton which is hardwearing and naturally hypo-allergenic. Durable Truflex support system featuring long lasting, heat tempered springs. Environmentally friendlier DreamFoam® cushioning Nuvole comfort fibre for a drier, healthier sleep surface.
Health Fresh for anti-bacterial and anti-microbial protection Edge Support System - Wire braces are added to the edge of the bed to add stability and strength to the mattress sleep surface. Available either as mattresses, mattress/base sets or Pop Up bed sets. Pop up beds are a favourite with many kids (and Mums and Dads too!): They save space - the 2nd mattress rolls away under the top mattress. They can provide a spare bed when needed. Just roll out the lower mattress to have a second bed Or pop up the trundle to convert the single bed into a super-size twin bed, wider than a Super King. Great for sleep-overs and extra guests The Junior range is available in two fun designs: Spaceships blue Herringbone cotton Early Bird taupe Herringbone cotton The Junior range is sold exclusively through Farmers stores and comes with a 5 Year Sleepyhead Warranty for peace of mind. Long Single 203 x 91cm King Single 203 x 107cm
Pop Up 203 x 107cm (Top) 188 x 91cm (Bottom) Please note that the sizes available vary by retailer and the product range they stock. Please check with your local store for specific information on the sizes they have available. The height of the mattress and base will also vary by model depending on the product specification. Available at the following retailers You might also like Sign up for our latest news and infoMany people who have made the crossover from traditional innerspring mattresses to memory foam are enthusiastic about the benefits they have received. Naturally, they want to share their improved sleep experience with their children. But is memory foam appropriate for children? In general, a memory foam mattress is not a good idea for infants and toddlers. However, older children and teens can usually enjoy the benefits of memory foam without any issues or concerns. The biggest things to consider when addressing this question are the child’s age and size, the memory foam properties, and the mattress properties.
Age, Needs & Safety The same body-contouring properties that have made memory foam products famous worldwide are the same characteristics that can pose a danger to infants. This is of particular concern with temperature sensitive memory foams which soften under body heat and weight, allowing the sleeper to sink slightly while the surrounding material remains firmer (making turning more difficult). Nearly every professional source recommends infants and very young children sleep on a very firm surface, primarily because kids of this age may not be able to turn themselves over at night which can become dangerous on a soft or contouring material. Amerisleep’s memory foam is not temperature reactive so it maintains consistent firmness and offers a quick response time, proving safe for most kids outside of their preschool years. Older children should not have a problem repositioning themselves and would generally be of sufficient size to be able to enjoy the benefits of memory foam without concerns.
For kids up to their pre-teen years, a firm mattress would still be ideal according to expert sources (by teen years, we often develop more specific comfort preferences and needs however). One other potential concern parents may have involves chemicals in traditional memory foam mattresses that can result in off-gassing and unnecessary exposure. While largely considered innocuous, some types could use chemicals of concern that could contribute to or exacerbate existing respiratory or neurological conditions. Eco-friendly plant-based memory foam offers an alternative that combines healthiness and comfort, and may often present a safer option than standard spring beds. Our Bio-Pur™ foam is certified to be free of toxic components like formaldehyde, CFCs, and other concerning additives. Waterproof mattress covers can also help reduce concerns about chemicals as well as allergens, regardless of mattress type. This will help extend the life of their bed, make accident cleanup much easier, and prevent dust mites and mold from accumulating.