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

August 16, 2026

What Size Is a Small Single Bed?

A small single bed measures 75cm by 190cm, or 2ft 6in by 6ft 3in, making it 15cm narrower than a standard single while keeping the same length. This guide gives the exact measurements, explains how much a frame adds to the overall footprint, and shows why headboard depth catches people out in alcoves. We compare the small single with every other UK bed size, including the length step up to king, and explain when a taller sleeper will outgrow the length before the width. There is practical advice on choosing slim frames for narrow rooms, sensible mattress depth, buying fitted sheets in the correct width, and planning walkways and vertical storage so a box room or loft conversion actually works day to day....

August 16, 2026

What Is a Super King Bed Size?

A UK super king bed measures 180cm by 200cm, or 6ft by 6ft 6in, making it the largest size most British retailers stock as standard. This article sets that figure in context against singles, small doubles, doubles and king size beds, then turns to the question that matters most: whether your room can actually take one. It covers the walkway clearances to allow on each side, the frame width to add on top of the mattress dimensions, and the access route through stairs and landings that catches many buyers out. There is guidance on who gains most from the additional width, how frame material and headboard height change the visual weight of such a large bed, and the bedding sizes and pillow arrangements that suit it. A closing comparison helps decide between super king and king, followed by an FAQ on dimensions in feet, duvet sizes and centre support....

August 16, 2026

How Wide Is a King Bed?

A UK king size bed measures 150cm wide by 200cm long, but the mattress figure is only the beginning of the story. This guide explains how much extra width different frame types add, from slim metal designs to deeply upholstered side rails, and how to translate that into the floor space a king actually needs. It compares king width against singles, small doubles, doubles and super kings, sets out realistic clearance figures for movement around the bed, and covers the access questions that catch people out on delivery day: stairwell turns, low bulkheads and split divan bases. There is practical guidance on bedding depth, bedside cabinet widths and when a double is the more sensible choice for a typical UK bedroom. It also explains how headboard and footboard depth change the measurement that matters most, and why sleep habits count as much as floor area when choosing between a double and a king....

August 16, 2026

Which Size Better for Bed Room?

Choosing a bed size is really a question about clearance rather than square metres. The best size for a bedroom is the largest one that still leaves around 60cm of clear floor where you walk and enough room for wardrobe doors to open fully. This guide sets out all six UK bed sizes with their measurements, then matches them to real British room dimensions from box rooms through to large main bedrooms. We also cover how much a bed frame and headboard add to the mattress footprint, how ottoman and divan storage changes the decision, layout ideas for chimney breasts and loft rooms, and the measurements to take before you order anything. We close with advice on buying for how long you plan to stay in the property, the honest trade off between sleeping comfort and usable floor space, and a simple masking tape test that shows you the real footprint before you commit to anything....

August 16, 2026

What Is Orthopaedic Bed?

The term orthopaedic bed appears throughout the bedding trade, yet it is rarely explained clearly. This article sets out what it actually means: a bed built around firmer, more structured support intended to keep the spine in a neutral position through the night. We look at how an orthopaedic mattress differs in construction from a standard one, why the label is descriptive rather than a regulated medical standard, and how firmness ratings relate to body weight and sleeping position. There is guidance on open coil, pocket sprung, reflex foam and hybrid options, along with an explanation of why the bed base matters as much as the mattress itself. You will also find practical advice on the adjustment period, mattress rotation, and how deeper profiles affect smaller British bedrooms, plus a simple way to judge whether firmer support genuinely suits you....

August 16, 2026

How Much for a Double Bed?

The cost of a double bed in the UK depends far more on construction and materials than on the label attached to it, and this guide explains exactly what you are paying for. We break down what drives the price of metal, wooden and fabric frames, why sprung slats and central support rails matter more than decorative headboards, and how ottoman storage bases can pay for themselves in a small room. There is clear guidance on splitting a budget between frame and mattress, planning for bedside cabinets and wardrobes in a matching finish, and the smaller costs like deep fitted sheets that are easy to overlook. We also cover timing, delivery access checks and what to confirm before ordering....

August 16, 2026

What Are the Dimensions of a 3 4 Size Bed?

A three quarter bed measures 48 inches wide by 75 inches long, or 120cm by 190cm, and is known in the UK as a small double. It sits between a single and a standard double, which makes it a genuinely useful size for box rooms, guest rooms and older properties with awkward proportions. This guide sets out the exact dimensions, explains why older three quarter beds sometimes measure differently, and covers the bedding question that trips people up most often. We also look at which rooms suit the size, how much clearance to allow on each side, what frame footprint to expect once side rails are included, and how mattress depth affects both the look of the bed and the sheets that will fit it. Finally we cover the checks worth making before buying a frame or a mattress for an existing base, including second hand and inherited beds. Every measurement below is given in UK retail terms, so....

August 16, 2026

How Big Is a UK Queen Size Bed?

Britain does not have an official queen size bed, which is why the term causes so much confusion when shopping here. Beds sold as queen in the UK are usually kings at 150cm by 200cm, while imported American queens measure 152cm by 203cm, a difference of only a couple of centimetres. This guide lays out every British bed size in centimetres, explains where the queen label came from and why the gap between a double and a king was never filled. It also covers the room dimensions a king genuinely needs, how frame style and colour change the way a large bed reads in a small space, and how to buy bedding by measurement rather than by name so nothing arrives the wrong size....

August 16, 2026

Which Is Bigger King or Queen Size Bed?

Which bed is bigger depends entirely on which country's sizing you are using, and that is why the question causes so much trouble. A queen measures 152cm by 203cm in the American system. A British king size measures 150cm by 200cm. The two are within a few centimetres of each other, so a queen is only marginally wider than a UK king rather than dramatically different. An American king, at 193cm wide, is a genuinely larger bed than both. In this guide we lay out the figures side by side, explain why the names do not translate cleanly between Britain and North America, and show what each size means in terms of sleeping width per person. We also look at how much floor space a frame adds, which room dimensions each option needs, and how to avoid the bedding problems that follow from mixing the two systems in one bedroom....

August 16, 2026

What Size Is a King Size Bed Throw?

A king size bed throw generally measures between 220cm by 240cm and 240cm by 260cm, which gives a 35cm to 45cm drop on each side of a 150cm wide UK king mattress. This guide explains how to calculate the drop you actually want, why mattress depth changes the result more than most people expect, and how king throw sizes compare with double and super king options. We cover fabric weight and drape, three styling arrangements that consistently look considered, and how divan bases, open leg frames and upholstered rails each call for a different length. There is practical guidance on washing and storing throws too, plus answers on bedspreads, shrinkage and how many cushions a king bed can carry....