How Long Is a Double Bed UK?

A UK double bed is 190cm long, or 6ft 3in, and 135cm wide, which is 4ft 6in. The mattress follows those figures while the frame adds a little to the total, so the space a double occupies is always slightly larger than the size name suggests. This guide gives the full set of dimensions, explains how much room length you need once a headboard and made bedding are accounted for, and looks at the awkward features common in British bedrooms, including chimney breasts, boxed pipework and doors that open inwards. We cover choosing a frame that suits a tight space, storage that still works when a double fills most of the floor, and measuring the route in before delivery day. There is also a look at how sleep position and pillow depth affect whether 190cm feels long enough, followed by clear answers to the questions asked most often. Read it before ordering a new frame....