Bed Size Guide

Here's a detailed guide to bed sizes, including standard dimensions across various countries (US, UK, AU, EU), as well as practical notes about who they’re best for and room size recommendations.

🛏️ Bed Sizes – United States & Canada

Bed Size Dimensions (inches) Dimensions (cm) Best For
Twin 38 x 75 96.5 x 190.5 Kids, single adults, bunk beds
Twin XL 38 x 80 96.5 x 203 Tall single adults, dorm rooms
Full (Double) 54 x 75 137 x 190.5 Single sleepers needing more width
Queen 60 x 80 152 x 203 Couples, guest rooms – most common adult bed size
King 76 x 80 193 x 203 Couples who want more personal space
California King 72 x 84 183 x 213 Taller individuals, couples with pets at the foot of the bed

🇬🇧 UK Bed Sizes

Bed Size Dimensions (cm) Dimensions (inches) Notes
Single 90 x 190 35 x 75 Children, small bedrooms
Small Double 120 x 190 47 x 75 One adult or compact couples
Double 135 x 190 53 x 75 Standard for couples
King 150 x 200 59 x 79 Spacious for couples
Super King 180 x 200 71 x 79 Luxury, large master bedrooms

Note: UK sizes vary slightly from EU and US sizes, so fitted sheets may not cross over perfectly.

🇦🇺 Australian Bed Sizes

Bed Size Dimensions (cm) Best For
Single 92 x 188 Kids, small rooms
King Single 107 x 203 Taller kids, solo adults
Double 138 x 188 Solo adults wanting more space
Queen 153 x 203 Standard for couples
King 183 x 203 Couples who need more room
Super King 203 x 203 Maximum space, luxury bedrooms

🇪🇺 European Bed Sizes

Bed Size Dimensions (cm) Notes
Single 90 x 200 Common in many EU countries
Double 140 x 200 Small double; common in apartments
Queen 160 x 200 Widespread size for couples
King 180 x 200 Very spacious; popular for families
Super King 200 x 200 Rare, but luxurious

📏 Room Size Recommendations

Bed Size Recommended Room Size
Twin/Twin XL 7 x 10 ft (2.13 x 3.05 m)
Full/Double 9 x 10 ft (2.74 x 3.05 m)
Queen 10 x 10 ft (3.05 x 3.05 m)
King/Cal King 12 x 12 ft (3.65 x 3.65 m)

💡 Extra Tips:

  • Twin XL is popular in college dorms.

  • California King is longer but narrower than a regular King.

  • Always measure your room and consider clearance for furniture.

  • European beds are often platform-style (no box spring).