Standard bed sizes: types, length and width tables, selection rules

What are the sizes?

There are two measurement systems:

• English (measured in pounds and inches). Used in the USA, UK and several other countries.
• Metric (cm and meters). Distributed among European and domestic manufacturers.

The sizes of the beds, depending on the country of manufacture, may differ slightly from each other. Therefore, when choosing a bed, first of all, they take into account at which furniture factory it was made, for example, at a Russian or foreign one.

It is important to consider, which by standard dimensions means the width and length of the mattress laid on the base, not the bed.

Below is the general size chart:

In addition to standard dimensions, custom-made non-standard beds are also produced. In particular, by increasing the width and length or changing the shape - semicircular, round, square, oval. In this case, mattresses are made to order.

Standards of domestic beds in accordance with GOST RF

Typical sizes of Russian beds in accordance with GOST 13025.2-85.

Standard Euro Beds Sizes

According to European parameters, these products are measured by the width and length of the mattress, not the frame. English or French manufacturers measure in inches and feet, this system differs from the usual metric system in centimeters and meters.

Bed sizes from IKEA

US size

The USA also has its own, different from Russian and Euro standards, sizes, which are mainly indicated in inches or feet.

Summary table of all sizes

Table comparing common sizes.

Double

The standard width of a double bed has the widest range - from 110 to 180 cm, and the length is 180-205 cm. This model is perfect for a married couple and at the same time fits into almost any bedroom. Each family member will have enough free space to sleep comfortably.

The double bed is the most popular among all models, so choosing bed linen is not difficult.

In America and Great Britain, the sizes of double beds are distinguished by a more fractional classification, from which they are distinguished: double standard, royal and super-royal.

In the photo there is a double bed in the interior of a modern bedroom.

The photo shows that the standard size of the mattress is significantly different from the size of a 2-bed.

Lorry

The size of one-and-a-half beds allows one to comfortably accommodate one person who prefers a lot of free space while sleeping. The width of the one-and-a-half bed ranges from 120 to 160 cm, while using the 160 cm model, even two can easily fit on it.

The maximum dimensions of one and a half beds correspond to the minimum dimensions of double beds, which makes the difference between them almost imperceptible.

The photo shows the interior of the bedroom, decorated with a yellow one-and-a-half size bed.

One bedroom

The standard length of a single bed is in no way inferior to more overall products, and due to its small width and elongated shape, they easily fit into any room.

The sizes of the single bed, also called Single or Twin, are ideal for accommodating a medium-sized adult or a child.

In the photo there is a single bed in the interior of a nursery for a girl.

King size

A king-size or queen-size bed has a truly king size, which provides free accommodation for two or, if necessary, even three people.

These triple beds have a truly enormous width, exceeding 200 cm, and are more appropriate for decorating spacious bedrooms, for example, for a family with a toddler.

The photo shows a minimalist bedroom interior with a white king size bed.

Custom sizes

Unusual oval or round beds are often large in size. In this case, you can choose any sleeping position, even across.

Such products can have a diameter from 220 to 240 cm and are more suitable for large rooms. Most often, round and oval options are made to order, either for non-standard human parameters, or to create an individual and luxurious interior.

In the photo there is a non-standard round-shaped bed in the interior of a spacious bedroom.

For a children's room, an ideal option is a product with a diameter of 180 centimeters, and for a married couple, a sleeping place with a diameter of 250 cm or more.

Cribs

When choosing crib size the most important criterion is the age of the child. The classification of length and width is presented by age ranges:

How to choose the size of the bed?

A few basic rules:

• For a smart choice the area should be measured premises, study the dimensional grid, assortment, features of bedding and mattress.
• Also take into account the physique, habits, weight, height, length of the arms and legs of a person, for example, it is necessary that the legs and elbows do not hang down, do not rest against the back, headboard or foot.
• The optimal size for two should be at least 140 cm, and the distance between sleepers should be about 20 centimeters.
• For teenagers a lorry or single bed is perfect, and for schoolchildren or preschoolers, you can choose products 60 cm wide and 120-180 cm long.
• In Feng Shui, it is better to give preference to large, but at the same time not too cumbersome structures. For two, you need to choose only a double seat so that a psychological and emotional imbalance in a pair is not created, and vice versa, if a person sleeps alone, then a single model will be enough for him.
• When choosing a comfortable length, thirty or forty centimeters should be added to a person's height, this is especially important for those who often sleep on their backs.
• The most convenient size option is the double design, which also replaces two separate berths and thus frees up space.
• In a narrow or small bedroom, it is advisable to install the model taking into account the ergonomics of the space. The length and width of the bed should be such that the aisles are at least 60 cm.

Thanks to certain sizes, it turns out to choose the most comfortable model that will provide an ideal, pleasant sleep and give the most comfortable sensations.