Shop By Bed Size : UK Bed Sizes

All UK Bed Sizes Available

Our beds and mattresses are available in all sizes, from small single beds for compact spaces to luxurious king-sized options for spacious bedrooms. All beds are compatible with a wide range of bed frames and mattress options, ensuring flexibility for your bedroom setup. Each bed is made with high-quality materials, for durability and a restful night’s sleep. 

Bed Sizes: No Matter Your Size, We Have You Covered!

If you are considering buying a bed but are unsure which size will best fit your room, this guide will help you decide the optimal dimensions depending on your bedroom and sleeping situation. When choosing a bed, it's important to consider mattress size, as the size affects comfort, compatibility with bed frames, and how well the bed fits in your space.

Choosing the correct bed size is not just about personal preference, but also about how well your bed and mattress combination suits both your comfort needs and the available space in your bedroom.

Before making a final decision, double check your room dimensions to be certain you have enough space for your chosen bed size, allowing for easy movement and proper placement of other furniture.

Small Single Beds

A small single bed, otherwise known as a compact single, is the smallest bed regularly available in the UK. This size is ideal for small rooms and for saving space. Six inches narrower than a standard single, the small single measures 2’6” x 6’3”, making it a perfect size for young children who have outgrown their cots and are ready to switch to a bed.

Although this size is especially suitable for a young child’s bedroom, small single beds are also big enough for older children who share a bedroom. Small single beds are a great option for spare rooms where maximising space is important. Two or three 2ft 6” beds will free up more space in a room compared to 3ft standard single beds.

Bedsits, converted lofts, and small guest rooms can also benefit from this size. A small single bed saves space while accommodating children or smaller adults, freeing up room for other furniture while still providing a sufficient comfort level.

Small single mattresses are also commonly used in bunk beds.

Single Beds

One of the most used bed sizes in the UK is the single bed, measuring 3’0” x 6’3”. The standard single mattress size is ideal for individual sleepers. The single bed suits many diverse situations. Suitable for children and teenagers, a single bed gives you adequate room in a single bedroom and allows for a little extra rolling space than the small single.

Suitable for adults too, a single-size bed is an ideal choice for a bedroom where other furniture takes up space, for example, a large wardrobe. Before ordering, remember to check dimensions so your single mattress is the right fit for your bed frame.

A quality single bed is a sound purchase to make for your children as it will see them through from when they outgrow a cot into adulthood, albeit with a couple of mattress changes.

Like other bed sizes supplied by Home Furnishings UK, we sell standard single beds with storage drawers built into the base, leaving more room to move around in a small bedroom.

Large Single Beds

The large single bed is slightly larger than a standard single, measuring 3’6” x 6’3” and giving you an extra 6 inches of room compared to a standard single. The large single bed offers a happy medium and is perfect for adults or teens who want a roomier sleep while not taking up too much space in a smaller bedroom.

Keep in mind that bed frame sizes may vary and are often slightly larger than the mattress itself, so always check the overall dimensions of the frame before buying to ensure a proper fit.

Small Double Beds

The small double is halfway between a large single bed and a standard double-sized bed, measuring 4’0” x 6’3”. This size is highly versatile, and a small double will suit many circumstances and types of people. A small double bed is compatible with a double mattress for added comfort. Perfect for a child whose room is on the larger side, a small double bed is also an excellent option for an adult who does not sleep comfortably in a single bed.

The small double is an alternative for those who enjoy the expanse of a double bed but don’t have the room space, it is ideal for smaller bedrooms where a double bed would overtake the limited room. This is also an ideal size for a guest room, as the small double gives a single guest plenty of room for a restful night’s sleep, while also just big enough for a couple up if the need arises.

Divan bases are also available for small double beds, with storage options and helping to maximise space in compact or smaller bedrooms.

Double Beds

A standard double-size bed is one of the most sold bed sizes in the UK. The double bed and mattress is the most common size and is designed to fit two adults comfortably. The standard double bed measures 4'6 x 6'3 (135cm x 190cm), making it suitable for average sized bedrooms. Spacious without being too wide to take over the entire bedroom, a double bed will fit most conventional size bedrooms and offers six inches more turning room than its smaller predecessor, the 4ft small double. Measuring 4’6” x 6.3”, a double bed gives a good night’s sleep, allowing a single person to stretch and roll over and will also fit a couple comfortably.

Great for older teenagers, a double bed is a more adult bed style and is available from us with storage space underneath and organised and out of view. Available in numerous styles and materials, it is easy to find a bed to match your existing decor.

King Size Beds

The king-size bed is a luxurious option if you have enough space. King-size bed dimensions are 5’0” x 6’6, providing extra space for couples to enjoy more comfort. This generous size is best suited for larger bedrooms, where the bed can be the centrepiece without making the room feel crowded. This bed size is ideal for couples who like to stretch out, or those with a minimalistic bedroom, perhaps with an adjoining walk-in wardrobe or an en-suite bathroom, so they don’t have too much need for storage in the bedroom itself.

The king-size bed is also an ideal size for tall people, as all smaller bed sizes are 6’3” in length. At 6’6”, the king-size gives taller sleepers those extra few inches to stretch out for a good night’s sleep. This makes it perfect for the tallest person in the household, ensuring everyone has enough space.

A king-size bed is also worth considering for people who sleep with a partner who may be a fitful sleeper; it will give both people enough room for a restful sleep. 

Super King Size Beds

If you have space, then a super king bed is by far the most luxurious size to buy. The super king size bed is the largest UK bed size available, offering as much space as possible for those who value room to move. This size requires a large bedroom to accommodate both the mattress and bed frame. Measuring a vast 6’0” x 6’6”, it will cater for sleepers of all sizes, especially ideal for those of more substantial body size or those who are unusually tall. With such a big sleeping area, super-king size beds offer plenty of space-saving storage options, from under-bed drawers to ottoman storage beds.

There are countless different models and designs available, allowing you to create a dream bedroom around a super-king bed. Upgrading to a new bed of this size can significantly improve comfort and sleep quality. This size is also an excellent choice for those who may be bedridden or bed-bound for some of the time; a super-king bed offers the ultimate in luxurious sleeping for everyone.

Note to US Buyers

If you come from the United States, you will find UK bed sizes differ from what you are accustomed to. UK mattress sizes differ from both US and European bed sizes, with common lengths being x 190cm for standard UK beds and x 200cm for many European beds. In the States, a popular bed size is the Queen size, a bed measuring 5ft or 60 inches wide. A US queen size bed is equivalent to a UK king size. In Britain, the term queen size is rarely used, although some sellers may use the term to refer to a shorter version of a king size bed.

There are other differences between UK and US bed sizes, probably because the UK is relatively limited for space compared to the US, and UK homes tend to have smaller rooms. UK beds are often measured using imperial dimensions, such as 3’0” x 6’3” (90cm x 190cm) for a single, while European bed sizes may use metric measurements like 90cm x 200cm, which are longer and preferred by taller people.

So, to prevent confusion, it is better to order a bed going by the number of feet you are looking for rather than using the term “queen Size” or another word that may cause confusion in a local UK bed store.

Home Furnishings UK bed sizes

Most people in the UK either sleep on a 3 ft standard single bed or a standard double 4 ft 6” wide bed. A wide range of UK mattress and bed base options are available to suit different preferences.

Here at Home Furnishings UK, we stock all the standard bed sizes from 2 ft 6” small single beds to the luxury 6ft super king size. When selecting your own bed, it's important to consider mattress sizes and mattress depth to ensure the best fit and comfort. 

If you are unsure about the bed size you need or have other questions, please get in touch by calling 01274 850 717 and our friendly staff will advise.