Bed Sizes Chart
Bed and mattress names do not mean the same thing everywhere — a UK king is closer to a US queen. This chart lists mattress dimensions for the United States, United Kingdom, Europe and Australia in inches and centimetres, explains which size suits which room and sleeper, and comes as a printable reference with a bedroom planning grid.
Bed Size Charts & Bedroom Planner
Printable bed size chart for US, UK, EU and Australia, a sheet and duvet size guide, a to-scale bedroom planning grid with bed cut-outs, and a bedding shopping list.
- Bed size chart (PDF, XLSX)
- Sheet & duvet guide (PDF)
- Bedroom planning grid (PDF)
- Bedding shopping list (XLSX)
Formats: PDF, XLSX. Instant download after payment (link valid 72 hours, up to 5 downloads). AI-assisted: the templates were drafted with AI help and reviewed and laid out by Kedop.
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US mattress sizes
| Size | Inches | Centimetres | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin (single) | 38 × 75 in | 97 × 191 cm | Children, bunk beds, small rooms |
| Twin XL | 38 × 80 in | 97 × 203 cm | Tall teens, college dorms, split king setups |
| Full (double) | 54 × 75 in | 137 × 191 cm | Single adults, guest rooms |
| Queen | 60 × 80 in | 152 × 203 cm | Couples; the most popular size |
| King | 76 × 80 in | 193 × 203 cm | Couples who want space; families with young children |
| California king | 72 × 84 in | 183 × 213 cm | Tall sleepers; longer and slightly narrower than king |
Two twin XL mattresses side by side make a king (76 × 80 in), which is how “split king” adjustable beds work.
UK, European and Australian sizes
| Region | Size | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK | Single | 3 ft × 6 ft 3 in | 90 × 190 cm |
| UK | Small double | 4 ft × 6 ft 3 in | 120 × 190 cm |
| UK | Double | 4 ft 6 in × 6 ft 3 in | 135 × 190 cm |
| UK | King | 5 ft × 6 ft 6 in | 150 × 200 cm |
| UK | Super king | 6 ft × 6 ft 6 in | 180 × 200 cm |
| EU (common) | Single | 35 × 79 in | 90 × 200 cm |
| EU (common) | Double | 55 × 79 in | 140 × 200 cm |
| EU (common) | Queen / large double | 63 × 79 in | 160 × 200 cm |
| EU (common) | King | 71 × 79 in | 180 × 200 cm |
| Australia | Single | 36 × 74 in | 92 × 188 cm |
| Australia | King single | 42 × 80 in | 107 × 203 cm |
| Australia | Double | 54 × 74 in | 138 × 188 cm |
| Australia | Queen | 60 × 80 in | 153 × 203 cm |
| Australia | King | 72 × 80 in | 183 × 203 cm |
European sizes are usually described by metric dimensions (140 × 200, 160 × 200) and vary between countries and brands — Italy and France, for example, use some different widths. Always check the exact centimetres before buying bedding abroad.
Same name, different size
- A UK king (150 × 200 cm) is about the size of a US queen (152 × 203 cm).
- A UK double (135 × 190 cm) is about the width of a US full but shorter.
- A US king (193 × 203 cm) is close to a UK super king (180 × 200 cm) but wider.
- Australian queen and US queen are nearly identical; Australian king (183 × 203 cm) is narrower than a US king.
- Sheets and duvet covers bought abroad often do not fit — compare dimensions, not names.
Choosing a size for the room
Allow at least 24 inches (60 cm), and ideally 30–36 inches (75–90 cm), of clear space on the sides of the bed you use and at the foot, so you can walk around, make the bed and open drawers. As a rough guide, a queen fits comfortably in a room of about 10 × 10 ft (3 × 3 m), and a king in about 12 × 12 ft (3.7 × 3.7 m). Remember the bed frame adds several inches to the mattress size, and headboards add depth.
Choosing a size for sleepers
| Sleepers | Suggested minimum |
|---|---|
| One child | Twin |
| One tall teen or adult | Twin XL or full |
| Couple | Queen |
| Couple who move a lot, or with pets | King or California king |
| Couple plus young children at times | King or two beds pushed together |
A couple on a full bed has about 27 inches (69 cm) each — the width of a crib mattress — which many find too narrow. A queen gives 30 inches each and a king 38 inches each.
What is in the printable pack
- Bed size chart for US, UK, EU and Australia in inches and centimetres.
- Sheet and duvet size guide — typical flat sheet, fitted sheet and duvet dimensions by bed size.
- Bedroom planning grid with to-scale bed cut-outs for each size.
- Bedding shopping list — sizes and quantities for every bed in the house.
Who it is for
Anyone buying a mattress, bed frame or bedding; people moving between countries; landlords and holiday-let owners furnishing rooms; and interior design students.
Formats
Charts are print-ready PDFs and Excel sheets; the planning grid is a PDF to print at 100% for accurate scale; the shopping list is an editable Excel workbook.
Measuring for a new bed
Measure the room wall to wall, then subtract the space needed for doors, windows, radiators and furniture. Mark the bed’s footprint on the floor with masking tape — including the frame and headboard — and walk around it for a day. Check the route into the room too: stairs, corners and door widths can make large mattresses or box springs difficult to move in, which is one reason many modern mattresses ship compressed in a box.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of a queen bed?
In the US, 60 × 80 inches (152 × 203 cm).
What is the difference between a king and a California king?
A king is 76 × 80 in; a California king is 72 × 84 in — narrower and longer.
Is a UK king the same as a US king?
No. A UK king (150 × 200 cm) is close to a US queen.
What size room do I need for a king bed?
About 12 × 12 ft (3.7 × 3.7 m) for comfortable walking space.
Was AI used to create the charts?
The charts were compiled with AI assistance from standard published sizes and checked by Kedop. Brands vary slightly; check the product listing.