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What Are the Dimensions of a Standard Double Bed?
August 16, 2026

What Are the Dimensions of a Standard Double Bed?

A standard UK double bed mattress measures 135cm wide by 190cm long, or 4ft 6in by 6ft 3in, and the frame around it adds roughly five to fifteen centimetres on each side depending on style. This guide explains the difference between mattress and external frame dimensions, why so many room plans go wrong when only the mattress figure is used, and how a double compares with single, small double, king and super king sizes. It covers the walkway clearances a double bed genuinely needs, sensible minimum room dimensions for British bedrooms, and how to measure walls, door swings, radiators and the delivery route before ordering. There is also practical guidance on choosing between low profile, upholstered, wooden, metal and ottoman storage frames, plus notes on duvet sizing and fitted sheet pocket depth for deeper mattresses, and how to judge whether a double or a king suits your room before you order anything....

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Is a Queen Bed Smaller Than a Double?
August 16, 2026

Is a Queen Bed Smaller Than a Double?

A queen bed is larger than a double, not smaller: a UK double is 135cm by 190cm while a queen sits at around 150cm by 200cm, adding roughly 15cm of width and 10cm of length. The confusion arises because queen is not a native British bed size, and beds listed as queen here almost always match UK king size dimensions. This guide compares both sizes in detail, explains what the extra width means for each sleeper, and sets out which option suits a typical UK bedroom. It also covers bedding compatibility, frame footprints, ottoman storage capacity and the access issues worth checking before ordering a wider bed....

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How Long Is a Double Bed in Feet?
August 16, 2026

How Long Is a Double Bed in Feet?

A UK double bed is 6ft 3in long, which is 190cm, and that measurement applies to the mattress rather than the frame that surrounds it. This guide converts double bed length into feet, inches and centimetres, explains how to judge whether 6ft 3in genuinely suits your height once pillows are accounted for, and shows how footboards, posts and ottoman mechanisms change the external length you need to plan around. It also covers fitting a 190cm bed into a typical British bedroom, radiator clearance, bedding that suits the length, and how to get a bed frame up a narrow staircase without damage....

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What Are the Dimensions of a Double Bed?
August 16, 2026

What Are the Dimensions of a Double Bed?

A standard UK double bed measures 135cm wide by 190cm long, which is roughly 4ft 6in by 6ft 3in, and that figure applies to the mattress rather than the frame around it. This guide sets out double bed dimensions in metric and imperial, explains why frame footprints are always larger than the mattress they hold, and shows how much clearance you realistically need to walk around the bed and open wardrobe doors. It also covers mattress depth, finished bed height, which bedside cabinets fit alongside a double, and the two measuring mistakes that most often catch people out when planning a UK bedroom....

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How to Choose a Mattress for a UK Double Bed
July 13, 2026

How to Choose a Mattress for a UK Double Bed

Choosing a mattress for a double bed is one of those decisions that affects everything from how well you sleep to how rested you feel the following morning. With so many options available across a wide range of price points, materials, and firmness levels, it can feel overwhelming to know where to start. This guide breaks down the key factors in plain terms, so you can make a confident choice without getting lost in marketing language or conflicting advice. Whether you are furnishing a master bedroom in a semi-detached home, setting up a spare room in a terraced house, or replacing an ageing mattress in a rented flat, the same principles apply. A UK double bed measures 135cm by 190cm as standard, and the mattress you choose should match that exactly. From memory foam and pocket sprung to hybrid options at different price points, this article covers everything you need to know before you buy....

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What Modern Bed Sizes Are Best for UK Homes
April 27, 2026

What Modern Bed Sizes Are Best for UK Homes

Choosing the right bed size shapes the comfort and flow of a bedroom in ways that go beyond the obvious. UK sizing follows its own quiet system, with single, small double, double, king and super king each suited to different homes and household needs. This guide walks through what each size offers, how mattress depth influences the look of the bed, and how access through doors, corridors and stairs can affect delivery in older British properties. From compact single beds in box rooms to super king frames in main bedrooms, every size has its place when matched carefully to the room. Browse the modern beds and mattresses at Furniture in Fashion for thoughtful designs across British sizes, supported by free UK delivery and a wide finish selection that suits homes new and old....

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