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What Is Size of Queen Size Bed?
August 16, 2026

What Is Size of Queen Size Bed?

A queen size bed measures around 152cm by 203cm, which places it between a British double and a super king, and almost exactly alongside our own UK king at 150cm by 200cm. Because the word queen has no official British definition, the same label can appear on beds that differ by more than 30cm in width, so reading the centimetre measurement is far more reliable than trusting the name. This guide sets out queen dimensions in feet and centimetres, compares them with UK bed sizes, explains how much floor space the footprint really needs once a headboard and walking room are included, and covers mattress fit, bedding depth, headboard height and the bedside storage that works alongside a wider bed in a typical UK bedroom....

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What Is the Standard Size for a Single Bed?
August 16, 2026

What Is the Standard Size for a Single Bed?

A standard single bed in the UK measures 90cm wide by 190cm long, or 3ft by 6ft 3in, and that figure always refers to the mattress rather than the frame. This guide explains the difference between mattress and frame measurements, then looks at the small single at 75cm wide and the long single at 200cm for taller sleepers. It covers how to measure a box room properly, how much walking space to leave around the bed, and why the combined height of base and mattress matters more than either figure on its own. We also look at frame styles that suit tight rooms, mattress depth and bedding fit, and the slim bedside cabinets, drawers and storage bases that make a single bedroom work day to day, along with clear answers to the questions we hear most often....

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Is King Size Bed Bigger Than Queen Size Bed?
August 16, 2026

Is King Size Bed Bigger Than Queen Size Bed?

A UK king size bed measures 150 cm by 200 cm, while the queen is an American size of roughly 152 cm by 203 cm, which makes a true queen fractionally larger on both width and length. The confusion happens because British retailers sometimes borrow the word queen to describe anything above a double. This guide sets out the five standard British bed sizes clearly, explains how much personal sleeping width you gain when you move from a double to a king, and how the extra 10 cm of length helps taller sleepers. We also cover the floor space and walkways a larger frame needs in a typical British bedroom, how to check access routes before ordering, and which duvet and mattress sizes match each frame so your bedding fits properly first time. There is guidance as well on under bed storage and the central support a wide mattress needs....

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How Big Is a King Size Bed UK?
August 16, 2026

How Big Is a King Size Bed UK?

A king size bed in the UK measures 150cm wide by 200cm long, roughly 5ft by 6ft 6in, making it 15cm wider and 10cm longer than a standard UK double. This guide sets out the exact measurements, explains how much clear floor space you need around the frame, and covers the practical points that catch people out: frame footprints that run wider than the mattress, narrow staircases in older British houses, and bedding sized for UK rather than international dimensions. We look at how king size beds behave in smaller bedrooms, which frame styles suit different rooms, why wider mattresses need proper central support, and how to dress a larger bed so it looks considered rather than flat. Practical advice throughout for real UK homes and everyday space constraints....

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What Is a Queen Size Bed UK?
August 16, 2026

What Is a Queen Size Bed UK?

Queen size is an American bed name rather than a British standard, which is why it causes so much confusion in UK bedrooms. This guide explains what queen actually means here, why the closest British equivalent is a king size at 150cm by 200cm, and how the two differ by a few centimetres in width and length. We set out the full British size range from single through to super king, explain how to match a mattress and bedding to a frame without gaps or loose sheets, and cover the room measurements needed for a larger bed to work in a typical British home. There is practical advice on walking space, drawer clearance, storage frames and choosing a headboard style that suits the proportions of your room....

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How Much Are Sliding Door Wardrobes?
August 14, 2026

How Much Are Sliding Door Wardrobes?

Sliding door wardrobe prices in the UK fall into three brackets: ready made freestanding units at the entry point, modular systems in the middle, and fully bespoke fitted joinery at the top. Rather than quoting figures that date quickly, this guide explains the four factors that actually drive the cost: width, door material, interior specification and whether the unit is freestanding or fitted. It covers why width is the largest single factor and often the better value per metre, how mirrored and high gloss doors compare with plain panels, and why two wardrobes of identical size can differ so much on interior alone. There is also practical guidance on the costs people forget, such as delivery, old furniture removal and levelling an uneven floor, plus where to spend, where to save, and how to judge hardware quality rather than headline price. A short FAQ covers sizes, mirrored doors and the factors that affect what you pay....

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How Deep Is a Standard Wardrobe?
August 14, 2026

How Deep Is a Standard Wardrobe?

A standard wardrobe measures around six hundred millimetres deep, and this guide explains why that figure exists, what it means in practice and when it is worth departing from it. The measurement follows the clothes hanger rather than the room, allowing garments to hang square without pressing against the door, and going shallower without adjusting the rail is the most common cause of creasing and doors that will not close. It covers the gap between quoted external depth and usable internal depth, how handles and sliding door tracks affect the figure, and when a shallow unit with a front to back or pull out rail is the sensible compromise in a box room. Further sections set out standard heights and widths for context, appropriate depths for children's rooms, and a practical method for measuring your own space including skirting, door swing and marking the footprint on the floor....

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Can You Paint Wardrobes?
August 14, 2026

Can You Paint Wardrobes?

Almost any wardrobe can be painted, including melamine and high gloss faced units, but the finish depends far more on preparation than on the paint itself. This guide starts by identifying the surface, since solid timber, veneer, laminate and lacquered fronts each need a different approach, then works through removing doors and hardware, filling chips and washing away the grease that causes most paint failures. It explains how far to sand each material, why a bonding primer is essential on smooth non porous surfaces, and how two thin primer coats on a difficult substrate save trouble later. There is guidance on choosing between water based satin, eggshell, chalk paint and full gloss, applying thin coats with a foam roller without leaving brush marks, and allowing a proper cure before hardware and clothing return. The five mistakes that ruin a painted finish are listed at the end, with realistic expectations for how a repainted wardrobe wears over the following years....

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How Do You Build a Wardrobe from Scratch?
August 14, 2026

How Do You Build a Wardrobe from Scratch?

Building a wardrobe from scratch comes down to making an accurate box, fixing it securely and fitting it out well. This guide follows the full sequence for a UK home: measuring an out of square room and setting sensible dimensions, choosing between eighteen millimetre MDF and birch plywood, planning cuts from full sheets, and cutting straight over two metre lengths with a circular saw and a clamped straight edge. You will learn why the back panel is what keeps a carcass square for years, how to check squareness by measuring diagonals, why a full height unit must be fixed to the wall, and how to plan an interior that doubles hanging capacity with split rails. There is also guidance on supporting rails and shelves against sag, hinge counts for tall doors, clearance gaps, sliding door weight limits, and priming every face to prevent bowing....

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How Much Is a New Wardrobe?
August 14, 2026

How Much Is a New Wardrobe?

A new wardrobe in the UK usually costs between £100 and £600, with compact single door units at the lower end, standard two door designs in the middle, and wide multi door or sliding wardrobes above that. Fitted wardrobes sit in a separate category entirely. This guide explains what moves a wardrobe between those bands: size and height rather than depth, door type and the hardware it demands, and construction details such as panel thickness, back panel quality, soft close hinges and drawer runners. It compares freestanding and fitted honestly, setting out the spaces where fitted genuinely earns its cost and the far more common situations where it does not. There is also guidance on the additional costs people forget, including assembly, old furniture removal and internal accessories, plus practical advice on getting better value by prioritising internal layout over external size and where it is genuinely unwise to economise....

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