Individual comfort is key when deciding the right size mattress. Let us help you discover the many other factors that contribute to finding the perfect mattress to fit your room and your comfort needs. This is the most common size found in children's rooms, and is used on daybeds, trundle units and hideaways. The width of a twin mattress (39") is the minimal amount of space needed for a single person to lie comfortably each night. Full size beds are 15" wider than Twin beds and 5" shorter than a Queen bed. This size is a good option for a guest room or as a child's step-up mattress. Currently the dominant size bed in America, Queen Beds are 6" wider (and 5" longer) than a Full size bed. These added inches can make all the difference in comfort, but each adult still has 9" less than the width of a standard Twin bed. However, it's a good choice for guest rooms and smaller master bedrooms. Can use standard pillows or the slightly larger queen size pillows. Approx. width per person: 30" Learn More.
King beds are growing in popularity. King is about 16" wider than a Queen bed. Both are about 80" long. The Eastern King is the only bed to give each person the same width as a Twin bed. In fact you can push 2 Extra-Long Twin beds together to be the same size as an Eastern King. This is a good way to have a versatile guest room (use 2 twins separately or push together to make a king bed for couples). An Eastern King bed comes with one mattress and two half-width boxsprings to be more manageable when moving. Approx. width per person: 38" Learn More Twin XL, or extra long, is the most common mattress size found in college dorms. The additional 5" in length (compared to a twin sized mattress) accommodates taller sleepers. Twin XL mattresses fit comfortably in smaller rooms because they take up minimal space. California King is 12" wider than a Queen bed but adds 4" in length. This size is sometimes known as the "Western King". Bedding may be labeled either "California King" or "Western King".
A California King bed set comes with one mattress and two half-width boxsprings to be more manageable when moving. Approx. width per person: 36" Learn More There are so many ways to stay supported, and the right foundation is the best way to keep your mattress in great shape for years to come. The foundation is the ying to the mattress’s yang. They just work better together. Find the foundation that best matches your mattress and your space needs. The standard profile box is the most common height for a foundation. 4 1/2" x 5 1/2"Approx. width per person: 36" Foundation consisting of two different boxsprings. Can be standard or low profile height. All king−size mattresses require split boxsprings for easier maneuverability. In these cases, two twin boxsprings are used. If you are moving a queen−sized mattress into a small living space, you may also require a split foundation ("custom queen").Must have center support in King and Queen sizes.Lowers height of mattress so as not to cover a low−sitting headboard.
Also makes it easier to get in and out of the bed. THE IMPORTANCE OF THE FOUNDATION/BOXSPRING It is strongly recommended that you purchase a boxspring/foundation that is specially designed to match your new mattress. A mattress and foundation are engineered to work together as a set, and the foundation takes a lot of the nightly wear and tear, and contributes to the bed's overall comfort and support. Putting a new mattress on an old foundation, pairing it with a foundation it wasn't designed to work with, or adding a board between the mattress and foundation will impede comfort and reduce the useful life of your new mattress. It may also affect the manufacturer's warranty. WHEN YOU MIGHT NEED A SPLIT BOXSPRING Split boxes are foundations made up of two (2) separate boxsprings placed side-by-side, and are especially for delivery to places where a normal whole boxspring will not fit, such as through tight doorways, staircase or around narrow corners. All King size mattresses use Split boxsprings.
Queen size boxsprings are available in two (2) types: Whole and Split boxsprings. Split Queen boxsprings are two 30 inch X 80 inch boxes that equal the size of one (1) whole Queen. If you think you will require a Split boxspring, you should make sure to order your Queen mattress with a Split boxspring. This can be found in the size selection under (Split Queen Set) or (Custom Queen). Only order split boxes if necessary, since they cost more than a 1 piece box. ADJUST YOUR WAY TO COMFORT Whether you're watching a movie or responding to work e-mails, and adjustable base transforms your mattress so you can work, relax and play. If sinus pressure, back pain or a snoring partner is keeping you awake, simply adjust your bed with the wireless remote control. Based on your preference, you can raise or lower the base for premium lumbar support, or relax even deeper with a massage feature for your head and lower body. IF YOU HAVE A PLATFORM BED... Platform beds are a very popular style of bed today.
They are frames, typically with a solid platform or wooden slats across it for the mattress to rest on. They are relatively low to the ground, and do not require a boxspring/foundation. Because of the popularity of platform beds, more people are making mattress-only purchases than ever before.So it is time for a new mattress and perhaps also time for you to rethink the mattress size that you want. No longer are there just the basic twin, full, queen and king, there are also a couple of more choices of mattress sizes added to the mix and confusion. Prior to shopping for the perfect bed it is important to analyze specific wants, needs and size of area that the mattress will be making home. Most spend their childhood sleeping in a singular twin. Some even were given the luxury of a larger full size bed as a child, but when it comes to buying a new mattress or mattresses for your home as an adult it is important to understand the different size dimension of beds that are available in order to make a well informed decision.
The twin size mattress is usually the perfect bed for the child to young adult. At 39-inches wide by 74-inches long this compact sized mattress will sleep one person comfortably. Often two twin beds are used in rooms that siblings share. This is also the common size of mattress for a lovely day bed in a guest room as well. The extra-long, XL, twin size bed is more commonly known for being used in dorm rooms. This 38-inches wide by 80-inches long mattress adds a few inches to the more common twin size in order for a taller adult to sleep comfortably. It should also be noted that two XL twin beds placed together are approximately the same size as the common King size bed. This is perfect for mates who want to sleep together but prefer different types of mattresses. Full size mattresses are often referred to as double beds. These mattresses that are 54-inches wide by 74-inches long work well for one person but can fit two cozily for smaller sized rooms. Often this is a good transition mattress to update a child’s room to a more adult themed décor as the young one reaches high school age.
The Queen sized bed, at 60-inches wide by 80-inches long, is a most popular sized mattress for its ability to sleep two mates together comfortable as well as being able to fit into most room sizes. This mattress has become so popular that many also opt to use it in a child’s room that is on the larger size. If you like your space when sleeping next to a mate, then opt for the 76-inches wide by 80-inches long King Bed. You will want to make sure that your room’s dimensions will accommodate this larger bed size. For those who opt for this bed and need a traditional foundation, note that two split box springs are used in order to allow them to be moved more easily around tight hallways and stairs. This is also a great sized bed for those inviting the pets and kids in to sleep or to just enjoy a Sunday morning tradition of family bed time. Slightly narrower and a bit longer than the traditional King bed, the California King bed is gaining popularity. This 72-inches wide by 84-inches long bed is perfect for taller people who could use a longer bed to sleep more restfully.