Twin XL beds are only comfortable for adults who sleep alone. Though a twin bed is large enough to support shorter adults, taller individuals will need to find another option if they don’t like their feet dangling off the end. While there are plenty of larger mattress sizes including full, queen and king, for a solo sleeper, they may not be worth the floor space. The logical choice for such users is the Twin XL, or extra-long. This adds the length to support tall sleepers without sacrificing too much additional floor space. Mattress Dimensions A Twin XL is the same width of a standard twin mattress, but adds 5-inches to the length. The overall dimensions of the mattress are 39 inches wide by 80 inches long. The additional length makes it unlikely to fit on an existing twin bed or frame. Bed Dimensions The overall size of your Twin XL bed will vary by style. If you don’t have a headboard or footboard, your frame will be the same size as the mattress and you can plan on the dimensions listed above.
Plan on adding an additional 2 or 3 inches each for a standard headboard or footboard to the overall length. The width may also be wider depending on the design of the bed. A highly decorative bed may be larger than this, so check with your manufacturer for dimensions if your head or footboard appears to be oversized. References Bedding Experts: Mattress Size ChartMattress Dimension Chart Photo Credits Thinkstock Images/Comstock/Getty Images Suggest a CorrectionTwin mattresses are ideal for kids' bedrooms, or rooms where bunk beds or daybeds are used. Serta produces a wide variety of twin mattresses featuring both innerspring and all-foam support systems. Twin mattresses are often referred to as “single” mattresses. A Serta twin mattress measures approximately 38" x 74.5". These measurements can vary by +/- 1/2". Size availability varies by product and retailer. Mattress heights vary by product, so please see your retailer for information on specific model height. Serta also produces Twin XL mattresses, which measure approximately 38" x 79.5".
Twin XL mattresses are often used in college dorms and hospitals.Standard Bed Sizes Chart (Metric)This chart is an effort at providing standard information about bed sizes. These matress dimensions have been measured in centimeters. They are not always standard. Below you will find bed styles and sizes for the United States and bed styles and sizes for the United Kingdom and related territories. If you are aware of other sizes that are what could be termed as, standard, for any country, please let us know.Be aware that bed names vary in different countries, different cultures and even different parts of the same country. In fact they may differ in both name and size specifications from one manufacturer to another. What we have provided is a generally accepted standard. Make sure you make measurements so that you will have no difficulty in finding bed linens that will both fit and be suitable to you. This chart is in centimeters, go to our standard bed dimensions ( US ) for it in inches.
Scroll for more USA Bed and Mattress Dimensions ( in Centimeters )WidthLengthSpace Per PersonCommentsStandard Bunk Bed Size99.1 cm190.5 cm99.1 cm x 190.5 cmSmall, for one adult or child; good selection for school-age children; upper and lowerNarrow Bunk Bed Size91.4 cm190.5 cm91.4 cm x 190.5 cmSmall, for one child; good selection for pre-teens; upper and lowerTwin Bed Size / Single Bed Size99.1 cm190.5 cm99.1 cm x 190.5 cmSmall, for one adult; good selection for guest accommodationsTwin Extra Long Bed Size99.1 cm203.2 cm99.1 cm x 203.2 cmBed linens can be difficult to locate and purchaseFull Bed Size/ Double Bed Size137.2 cm190.5 cm68.6 cm x 190.5 cmWide enough for a large adult or two small adultsQueen Bed Size152.4 cm203.2 cm76.2 cm x 203.2 cmBest selection for two adults but possibly too small for someCalifornia Queen Bed Size152.4 cm213.4 cm76.2 cm x 213.4 cm10.2 cm longer than standard QueenExpanded Queen Bed Size167.6 cm203.2 cm83.8 cm x 203.2 cm15.2 cm wider than standard QueenSuper Queen Bed Size167.6 cm203.2 cm83.8 cm x 203.2 cm15.2 cm wider than standard Queen, also thickerHotel King Bed Size182.9 cm203.2 cm91.4 cm x 203.2 cm10.2 cm thinner than the standard kingKing Bed Size193 cm203.2 cm96.5 cm x 203.2 cmStandard KingCalifornia King Bed Size182.9 cm213.4 cm91.4 cm x 213.4 cmNot as wide but longer than a standard KingGrand King Bed Size203.2 cm248.9 cm101.6 cm x 248.9 cmFor really large and tall peopleScroll
for more UK Bed And Mattress SizesWidthLengthSpace per personCommentsSingle Bed Size91.4 cm190.5 cm91.4 cm x 190.5 cmSmall, for one adult; good selection for guest accommodationsBunk Bed Size91.4 cm190.5 cm91.4 cm x 190.5 cmSmall, for one adult or child; One of the important factors affecting night sleep of a person is comfortable space. It is essential to know the actual sleeping space that a person requires for a good sleep. Usually, a mattress chosen should be wider and longer than a person, who uses it for sleeping. The size of the bed depends upon who will sleep on it. If a mattress is required for single person, then a twin XL, twin or full size mattress is suitable. However, if it is to be used for two people, a California king, king or queen bed will provide both sleepers abundant space, making sure that the couple receives a good sleep. This is the smallest mattress available in the market and is best suitable for one adult or child. Its dimensions are approximately 74 inches long by 39 inches wide.
However, taller people may be more comfortable with twin XL bed size. This mattress is famous in many college rooms, as it is nearly 6 inches longer than twin mattress and is perfect for taller people. The size of this mattress is around 80 inches long and 39 inches wide. Also known as double mattresses, these mattresses are almost 16 inches wider than twin mattress, but do not give enough added space to two people for a comfortable sleep. It is too short for people who are taller than 5’5”. These beds are generally 74 inches tall by 54 inches wide. This type of mattress is a great choice if your children are growing. Moreover, the extra space provided also parents to lie while wrapping their children for night. If you are thinking to buy a full size mattress for two people, keep in mind that this mattress will give each person an approximate space of 27 inches, which is approximately equal to width of a crib. These mattresses provide with more width than full size mattress, that adds comfort for two sleepers.
Being the most famous mattress size today, it is 80 inches long by 60 inches wide and is a good choice for guest rooms or couples who like to sleep near to each other. This size is best for those couples who want the maximal sleeping pace. It has dimensions of about 80 inches long by 76 inches wide, thereby making this mattress approximately same sized as two twin XL beds. This bed is suitable to you if you have dogs, cats or children who will be sharing bed with you. Since this mattress is much wider and longer, its box springs are split, making it convenient to cross around tight corners and stairs. Having size of 84 inches long by 72 inches wide, this mattress is most suitable to those who require more space lengthwise. A California king mattress is approximately 4 inches narrower than a king size mattress, but is 4 inches longer than that. Moreover, this bed size provides each sleeper 6 inches more width than queen size bed. The extra length of this bed makes it a good option for adjustable beds, providing extra length even with foot and/or elevated.