The Difference Between Standard Bed Sizes

Are you thinking about purchasing a double, a full, or even a queen size bed for your new home in the near future? Any of these sizes will fit in a normal room, but many couples feel that a full or double bed, which are the same thing, is definitely too narrow for anything more than an occasional night's sleep.

A queen size bed will give every one a little bit more room without taking up too much more floor space in your rooms. Of course, there are the basic differences between a full sized bed and a queen, as well as the king. Double size beds or full size beds are fifteen inches wider than a twin sized bed, but if two people are sharing the bed, then each person will only have twenty-seven inches of personal space, much less than a twin. A queen size bed is six inches wider than a double sized bed, which allows more room for each person, but it is still nine inches less than a twin bed.

Double size beds, which are also known as a full size, were the most common for two to sleep in until the early 1960's. They are only fifteen inches wider than a single size bed, which leaves only twenty-seven inches of sleep space for each of two adults. At seventy-five inches long, a full size bed may be too short for some taller adults. These beds will fit easily into smaller rooms, which might be just right for a single sleeper who is under five feet five inches tall. Sheets for these beds are definitely less expensive than queen size or king size. However, many people find that a double size bed is too narrow for two adults and too short as well.

Queen size beds are twenty-one inches wider and five inches longer than a twin sized bed, plus they are six inches wider and five inches longer than a double size bed. Though this extra width and length can make all the difference in getting a good night's sleep, because each adult still has nine inches less of width than if they each slept in a twin bed. A queen size bed works well for guest rooms and small master bedrooms and is a good choice for couples who like to snuggle.

They give two adults more space than a double. The extra length works well for most adults. Sheets and blankets are easy to find and cost less than king bedding. Since they only have thirty inches of personal space for each person, then a queen sized bed may be too narrow for everyday sleeping for a couple. Some bedding is sold as "Full and Queen" and does not really fit either full or queen perfectly. You will want to check bedding dimensions to be sure that it will fit comfortably. Standard size pillows or queen pillows work well. You might find a slightly larger queen size bed, which is called an Olympic Queen.

By: Victor Epand

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Victor Epand is an expert consultant for home goods, home supplies, home automation and security.

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