Mattress Sizes and Bed Dimensions Guide (2022) | full size bed cm
WhoWillSleepIntheBedWillyoubesharingthebedwithapartner?Doyourchildrenordogstypicallysleepwithyou?Thesearequestionstoaskyourselfbeforedecidingonmattresssize.Typicallytwin,twinXL,andfullmattressesaremeantforoneperson.Ontheotherhand,queen,king,andCaliforniakingbedsareagoodbedsizeforcouples[1]andanychildrenorpetsthatwanderintothebedinthemiddleofthenight.Ifyouaregoingtosleepwithanotherperson,considerhowcloseyouliketosleep.Ifyoubothenjoystretchingoutwhensleeping,theextraroomaffordedbyakingorCalifo...
Who Will Sleep In the BedWill you be sharing the bed with a partner? Do your children or dogs typically sleep with you? These are questions to ask yourself before deciding on mattress size. Typically twin, twin XL, and full mattresses are meant for one person. On the other hand, queen, king, and California king beds are a good bed size for couples[1] and any children or pets that wander into the bed in the middle of the night.
If you are going to sleep with another person, consider how close you like to sleep. If you both enjoy stretching out when sleeping, the extra room afforded by a king or California king size will be appreciated—and help you avoid any accidental thwacks if your partner rolls over in their sleep.
Your Room SizeThe amount of space available to you should also be considered. A larger mattress will take up more space in your bedroom, as will any other bedroom furniture, so you will need to plan accordingly.
To help you decide if there is ample sp...