Mattress/Bed Size Information
Updated June 3, 2020
King
Cal King
Queen
Full
Full XL
Twin
Twin XLStandard Mattress/Bed Sizes
Each mattress size is designed to fit a specific need. Factors like room size, how active of a sleeper you are, and whether or not you share a bed influence which size best suit your needs. Our mattress size information guide is here to help make your choice easier. So, what are the different mattress sizes and which one is right for you? Read through to find out.
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| Size | Dimensions | Dimensions |
| King | 76" x 80" | 183cm x 203.5cm |
| Cal King | 72" x 84" | 183cm x 213.5cm |
| Queen | 60" x 80" | 152.5cm x 203.5cm |
| Full XL | 54" x 80" | 134.5cm x 203.5cm |
| Full | 53" x 75" | 134.5cm x 190.5cm |
| Twin XL | 38" x 80" | 96.5cm x 203.5cm |
| Twin | 38" x 75" | 96.5cm x 190.5cm |
King (76" x 80")
The best King mattresses are designed for couples who love extra space while they sleep. Great for sharing a bed with an active or very light sleeper, king size beds provide plenty of space for one person to move without disturbing the other. Be sure to measure how much floor space a king will take up before buying one.
- Designed for couples
- Good for extra shoulder room
- Works for individuals or couples
- Best for tall people over 6"2"
California King (72" x 84")
The California king size is 4 inches narrower than the standard king size, but it is also 4 inches longer over the king and queen size. Made for tall individuals and couples, this bed ensures that your feet won't hang over the edge of the bed.
Queen (60" x 80")
As the most popular size, queen size beds have the suitable width for sharing and the length for most individuals. The queen size provides adequate space for most couples without taking up too much space in the room. If you're looking for a cost-effective and space-efficient bed, the queen size is the one you're looking for.
- Designed for couples
- Most affordable size for couples
- Designed for single sleepers
- Wider than the Twin
Full (53" x 75")
Also known as a double, a full size bed is big enough for a single sleeper who wants something more spacious than a twin. Full mattresses work well for active sleepers and children/teens during their transition years.
Full XL (53" x 80")
Full XL mattresses are 5 inches longer as the full with the same width. This size works well for tall, active sleepers who want the largest size intended for single person use. Full XL models cost the same as the couple-oriented queen size model.
- Designed for single sleepers
- Most spacious standard mattress size for single sleepers
- Designed for single sleepers
- Most affordable standard mattress size
Twin (38" x 75")
Twin size mattresses are the smallest and least expensive of the standard mattress sizes. The twin size works well for kids and adults who don't need a spacious sleeping surface and want extra room in the bedroom.
Twin XL (38" x 80")
Twin XL mattresses are 5 inches longer than the twin size with the same width. Popular in dorm rooms, twin XL mattresses are intended for tall individuals who are not active sleepers and want a mattress that won"t take up a lot of space in their bedroom. This size is recommended for growing teens or tall adults looking to save space and money.
- Designed for single sleepers
- Most affordable size for tall individuals
- Custom width and length
- Made to order
Custom Sizes
There are mattresses that exist outside of these seven standard mattress sizes. Custom mattresses are made to fit antique bed frames, RVs, and more. US-Mattress allows you to custom order mattresses to fit your sleeping needs.
Please note: all mattress manufacturers work on a 1-inch tolerance (except Corsicana, they have a 2-inch tolerance). Dimensions listed above could be up to 1-inch shorter and/or narrower than specified.
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