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.

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

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.

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).