Bedroom Furniture Blog UK – Modern Beds, Wardrobes & Bedroom Design Ideas

August 16, 2026

What Size Is a Double Bed UK?

A double bed in the UK measures 135cm wide by 190cm long, described in imperial terms as 4ft 6in by 6ft 3in. Frames usually add 5cm to 15cm to that width, which is the figure that decides whether the bed fits a real room. This article compares the double against the small double at 120cm and the king at 150cm, explains how much space each sleeper actually gets, and sets out the room size a double needs with proper walkways. It covers frame styles available in double size, drawer and ottoman storage bases, bedding that fits a 135cm mattress, and mattress choice for two people sharing. Layout ideas for chimney breasts and bay windows are included, along with access advice and a short FAQ....

August 16, 2026

What Size Is a Standard Single Bed?

A standard UK single bed measures 90cm by 190cm, or 3ft by 6ft 3in, and this guide explains what that size delivers in a real British bedroom. We cover where a single works best, from box rooms and loft conversions to guest rooms that double as studies, and show why each half of a shared double is actually narrower than a single mattress. There is practical guidance on the smallest room a single fits, how much walking space to leave, and how to arrange two singles or a bunk when children share. We also look at frame styles with built in drawers or pull out guest mattresses, how mattress depth affects height and safety rails, and why European frames taking a 200cm mattress cause problems with British bedding....

August 16, 2026

How Big Is a Double Bed UK?

A double bed in the UK measures 135cm wide by 190cm long, or 4ft 6in by 6ft 3in, and it remains the most widely sold bed size in Britain. Split between two people that gives each sleeper around 67.5cm, narrower than a single bed, which explains why the step up to a king feels so noticeable. This guide compares the double against every other UK size, sets out realistic frame footprints and the room dimensions that suit them, and explains why doubles work so well in terraced houses and 1930s semis with narrow staircases. We also cover frame styles, under bed storage capacity, UK bedding sizes, the small double as a narrow room alternative, mattress support requirements and practical ways to keep a bed heavy bedroom feeling calm....

August 16, 2026

What Is the Size of a King Size Bed UK?

A UK king size bed measures 150cm by 200cm, which is 5ft by 6ft 6in, and this guide explains what those figures mean once a frame, a headboard and a deep mattress are added. We place the king size alongside every other British bed size, from single and small double through to super king, and point out that the king is also 10cm longer than a standard double, which often matters more to taller sleepers than the extra width. There is practical guidance on the room size a king size needs, how much clearance to leave for walking and for wardrobe doors, and the difference between divan bases and frames in terms of external footprint. We also cover UK king bedding sizes, mattress depth, and how to check that a 150cm mattress will actually reach an upstairs bedroom....

August 16, 2026

What’s the Size of King Size Bed?

A UK king size bed has a mattress measuring 150cm by 200cm, or 5ft by 6ft 6in, with the frame adding roughly 5cm to 15cm on each side. This guide sets out the exact dimensions, explains why a UK king is not the same as a US king, and compares it against single, small double, double and super king sizes so you can judge the step up. We cover the room size needed for comfortable access, the clearances required for wardrobe doors, and why the route up your stairs matters as much as the bedroom itself. There is also practical detail on how frame type changes the real footprint, why a centre support rail is essential at king size, and how to buy the correct bedding....

August 16, 2026

How.long Is a Single Bed?

A standard UK single bed mattress is 190cm long and 90cm wide, while the frame usually measures between 195cm and 205cm once the headboard is included. Length is the measurement that catches people out, because it stays the same across single, small double and standard double sizes: moving up to a double gains width only. This guide covers every single bed measurement used in Britain, including narrow singles at 75cm and long singles at 200cm, and explains where singles work best in UK homes such as box rooms, loft conversions and guest bedrooms. It also looks at bunk beds and trundle formats, frame styles, under bed storage and practical ways to make a small single bedroom feel more generous....

August 16, 2026

What Are the Dimensions of a King Size Bed UK?

A UK king size bed measures 150cm by 200cm, or 5ft by 6ft 6in, which is 15cm wider and 10cm longer than a standard double. This guide explains what those numbers mean in a real bedroom: how much a slim frame adds compared with a deeply upholstered one, why headboard and footboard depth push the total footprint well beyond the mattress size, and what room dimensions give comfortable walkways. We compare UK king with every other UK size, flag the difference between UK, European and American conventions, and cover bedding sizes including why two standard pillows leave a gap. There is also practical advice on frame choice, bedside furniture proportions, storage planning and lighting a wide bed properly....

August 16, 2026

Are Memory Foam Beds Good?

Memory foam suits sleepers who want close contouring, pressure relief at the shoulder and hip, and very little movement felt from the other side of the bed. It is a weaker choice for anyone who sleeps hot, likes a bouncy surface or shifts position often, and most disappointment comes from a mismatch between the sleeper and the specification rather than poor quality. This guide explains how viscoelastic foam behaves, where it genuinely performs and where it struggles, and how density, layer depth and hybrid construction change the result. It also covers the base a foam mattress needs, why slat spacing and central support matter, how to rotate and air it, and what to expect during the first few weeks of use....

August 16, 2026

What to Put Above Bed?

The wall above a bed suits anything light and securely fixed: a large canvas, a set of three matching frames, a wide slim mirror, a pair of wall lights, a shallow picture ledge, or nothing at all. Weight is the one part of the decision that is not about taste, so the fixings and the wall type matter as much as the object itself. This guide covers the three measurements that solve most bed wall arrangements, including the two thirds width rule and the ideal gap above a headboard, and looks at when a mirror helps a dark room and when it does not. It also explains how wall lights free up bedside surfaces, why a tall headboard can answer the question entirely, and when leaving the wall empty is the better choice. There are ideas for loft rooms, rented flats where drilling is not allowed and north facing bedrooms, plus objects best kept away from above a pillow....

August 16, 2026

How Much for Bed?

Asking how much a bed costs usually produces a vague answer, because the frame and the mattress are two separate purchases and each is priced by entirely different factors. This article breaks the question down properly. It explains why the mattress deserves at least half the budget, then works through what genuinely drives frame pricing: size, material and construction, storage mechanisms such as ottoman gas lifts and drawer bases, and decorative finishes that add cost without adding function. Mattress pricing is covered too, from open coil through pocket sprung to hybrid builds, along with why spring count alone tells you little. There is a clear list of forgotten costs including bedding, protectors, assembly and old mattress disposal, practical guidance on where to spend and where to economise, budgeting notes by room type, and a four point checklist for comparing two beds fairly....