Finding your perfect sleep starts here. What size mattress are you looking for? You have not viewed any products recently. How to Buy a MattressMattress Sizes ChartMattress Names/Terms GlossaryNeed a New Mattress? One of the most important factors to achieve a better night's sleep is a comfortable amount of space. It is important to consider the actual amount of sleeping space you will have available for a new mattress. Generally, a mattress should be longer and wider than the amount of space you and your partner uses to sleep. The recommended size for two adults to sleep on is a queen or king size bed. Please note that mattress sizes are slightly less than the standard bed size to fit inside the bed's frame. The Bedding Experts can ship the next day across America! View our great web specials for all mattress sizes: The following images are a general guide to help you make the best decision. Twin 39''x 75'' (inches) Twin size is generally made to accommodate one child or one adult sleeper.
On occasion when you need to lay with your child it should accommodate, but will be a bit crowded. If you are a taller adult you may want to consider a twin-XL which will give you added length. Twin (also referred to as ‘single’) is great for smaller guest spaces, bunkbeds, and daybeds. Twin-XL 39''x 80'' (inches) Twin-XL size (Extra-Long) is 5 inches in length longer than the standard twin. This size is great for taller youth or adults. Twin-XL is the same length as a queen or king, In fact two of them side by side equals a king. Full 54''x 75'' (inches) Full size or also known as a ‘double/standard’ was commonly used for two adults 30 - 40 years ago when the homes and bedrooms were built much smaller. Now it is usually purchased for single person use and sometimes smaller guest rooms. It is a tight fit for two adults and the same length as a twin. Two adults sleeping on a full size is equivalent to each person sleeping on a crib mattress (27 inches of sleep space).
Most people with a sleeping partner opt for the queen size. Full can sometimes be special ordered in extra long. Queen 60''x 80'' (inches) Queen size is the most popular size sold. Ideal for two adults who don't want a king size in order to save living space. Also great for those who just like to spread out. King 76''x 80'' (inches) King size (also known as an eastern king) is the same length as a queen but much wider (16 inches). If you have the space it offers the most room for couples. King size beds are also great if you have kids or pets who like to share your bed. For very tall people you can also special order a California-King which is a 72'' x 84''. Email Sign Up: Receive Special Offers & Sleep Tips How to Buy A MattressA full-size bed is sometimes called a “double bed” or simply a “full bed”; it is bigger than the twin bed (a.k.a. single bed) and smaller than a queen-size bed. A full size bed is 54 inches wide and 75 inches long while queen size beds are 60 inches in width and 80 inches in length.
Full Bed versus Queen Bed comparison chart Full BedQueen BedWidth 54 inches (137 cm) 60 inches (152 cm) Length 75 inches (191 cm) 80 inches (203 cm) Width per person 27 inches (68.6 cm) per person 30 inches (76 cm) per person Cost Frames, mattresses, and sheets for full beds are cheaper compared with queen size mattresses. They are slightly more expensive than twin beds. More expensive than twin or full beds, but less expensive than king beds. Usage Full beds are better for a single person and can be used in teenagers’ rooms. Some smaller couples can use them. Queen beds are generally put in guest rooms and smaller master bedrooms. Popularity 21% of all mattress purchases 32% of all mattress purchases Frame The frame for a full bed is just a rectangular box. The frame for a queen bed is required to have a center leg support besides the normal rectangular structure. Advantage The size of the bed is just right for a single sleeper who is under 5′ 9″ tall.
It is better suited for two people or for somebody who is tall. Size Full size bed dimensions: 54″ wide x 75″ long. Queen bed dimensions: 60″ wide, 80″ long Disadvantages Some people find the full bed too narrow for a couple and sometimes too short also. Comforter bedding for a full bed may not be available in different styles. Even in a queen bed, the space available for a couple is 30″ each which can be insufficient for everyday comfort. Contents: Full Bed vs Queen Bed Full size beds are 54″ (137 cm) wide and 75″ (191 cm) long, making them smaller than a standard queen size bed that measures 60″ x 80″ (152 cm x 203 cm). The following picture is a handy reference for — and easy visual representation of — all the different bed sizes: twin, full, queen, king and California king size. A handy reference for the various bed sizes available in the U.S. For folks who prefer video, the following is a good guide to mattress sizes:
There are several nonstandard full- and queen-sized mattresses. Because of this, it is important to measure mattresses, box-springs, and bed frames to ensure they all match before purchase; refer to manufacturer details when possible. The most common non-standard dimensions for full size and queen size beds include the following: Full XL beds are extra-long. They still measure 54 inches (137 cm) across but are 80 inches (203 cm) long, just like a standard queen size bed. This is ideal for tall people who want a bed that isn’t too wide. Olympic queen, or expanded queen, mattresses are 6 inches (15 cm) wider than standard queen mattresses. They remain 80 inches (203 cm) long. Split queen mattresses are exactly what they sound like: queen mattresses that are divided into two maneuverable pieces that each measure 30″ x 80″ (76 cm x 203 cm). California queen beds are mostly obsolete, as they are waterbed mattresses; however, they can still be found on Amazon and in specialty stores.
These waterbed mattresses are usually four inches (10 cm) longer than the standard. IKEA has grown in popularity in the U.S. as the company has expanded to a number of different locations. As such, many more Americans are buying furniture and mattresses from IKEA now than in the past.[1] However, those who are looking for a mattress and/or bed should be careful as IKEA mattresses are not made to standard lengths. All of their mattresses run a half-inch to inch (1.27 cm to 2.5 cm) shorter. Using an IKEA mattress with a non-IKEA bed frame can leave a gap between the furniture and mattress. Similarly, IKEA bed frames will struggle to contain standard mattress sizes, if they can contain them at all. In the case of very small bedrooms, a full bed allows for much greater maneuverability than a queen bed. In general, full size beds are ideal for teenagers, young adults in dorm rooms, and single individuals of any age who do not mind trading bed space for room space. Twin beds may be more appropriate for younger children.
Slender, smaller couples can perhaps use full size beds as well, but these beds offer very little space — 27 inches (68.6 cm) — per person. Couples will almost certainly be happier with a queen or king size bed, which will give each person 30 inches (76 cm) or 38 inches (96.5 cm) of space, respectively. A queen bed is able to "grow" with a person — go from being a single-person bed to one a couple can share — in a way that a full bed cannot (for most). Mattress, box-spring, and bed frame prices vary significantly according to the materials used (e.g., spring, memory foam; hardwood or softwood furniture, etc.). Manufacturers and distributors also affect pricing. In all cases, though, a full size bed will be cheaper than a comparable queen size bed from the same company and/or store. Linens, comforters and duvets, and other bed accessories will likely be more expensive for queen size beds than full size ones. Queen beds are the most popular bed size in the U.S.