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How to Measure Up for Wooden Four Poster Beds: A Simple Sizing Guide
October 15, 2026

How to Measure Up for Wooden Four Poster Beds: A Simple Sizing Guide

A four poster bed takes up height as well as floor space, so measuring carefully before you order is essential. This simple sizing guide walks you through every measurement you need, in a sensible order. We start with ceiling height, explaining why you should measure at the lowest point above the bed and look out for pendant lights, beams, coving and sloping ceilings. We then show you how to compare that figure with the listed post height and why leaving a comfortable gap above the posts matters for both looks and assembly. You will learn how to mark the full frame footprint on the floor with masking tape, check clearance on each side, and test door swings, wardrobe access, windows and radiators. We also cover measuring for bedside furniture between the posts, checking mattress size and depth, and planning the delivery route through doorways and up the stairs. A quick checklist brings every figure together in one place....

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How Long Should a Dining Bench Be for Your Table?
October 15, 2026

How Long Should a Dining Bench Be for Your Table?

Getting the length of a dining bench right makes the difference between a neat, practical table and one that never quite looks or feels right. As a rule, a bench should be around 20 to 30cm shorter than the table top and must fit comfortably between the legs if you want it to tuck away. In this guide we walk through each step of measuring, starting with the clear gap between the table legs and the height beneath the table frame. We explain how much bench length each adult needs, how to plan for children and guests, and how benches work with extending, oval, square and round tables. You will also find a set of typical table and bench pairings based on common UK table sizes, advice on clearance behind the bench in smaller rooms and a quick measuring checklist to use before you start browsing, so you can choose a bench that suits both your table and your space....

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How to Measure Up for Wooden Double Beds: A Simple Sizing Guide
October 15, 2026

How to Measure Up for Wooden Double Beds: A Simple Sizing Guide

Measuring up properly is the surest way to choose a wooden double bed that fits your room and your routine. This simple sizing guide takes you through the process step by step. We start with the tools you need and how to record the room accurately, including door swings, radiators, windows and sockets. We then explain the difference between the 135 by 190 centimetre UK double mattress and the larger external frame size, and why headboard height matters in rooms with low windows or sloping ceilings. You will find clear guidance on how much walkway space to leave, how bedside tables affect the overall footprint, and how mattress depth changes the finished height of the bed. We also show you how to mark the bed out on the floor with masking tape, check the delivery route through your home, avoid common measuring mistakes and find alternatives if a standard double turns out to be too large....

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How to Measure Up for Low Wooden Platform Beds: A Simple Sizing Guide
October 14, 2026

How to Measure Up for Low Wooden Platform Beds: A Simple Sizing Guide

Low wooden platform beds have a calm, grounded look that suits modern, minimalist and Japandi bedrooms, but their wide surrounds and low height mean careful measuring is essential. In this simple sizing guide we take you through each step in order. We begin with standard UK mattress sizes and explain why you should always work from the external frame size, which can be considerably larger than the mattress itself. We then show you how to measure the room, note doors, windows, radiators and sockets, and mark the frame footprint on the floor with tape. You will learn how much clearance to allow at the sides and foot of a low bed, how to calculate a comfortable finished height once the mattress is added, and how to choose bedside tables that sit at the right level. We also cover access routes, awkward rooms with sloping ceilings or bays, the most common measuring mistakes and a few simple styling ideas....

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How to Measure Up for Reclaimed Wood Beds: A Simple Sizing Guide
October 14, 2026

How to Measure Up for Reclaimed Wood Beds: A Simple Sizing Guide

Measuring for a reclaimed wood bed is straightforward once you know that the frame is usually larger than the mattress it holds. Reclaimed timber tends to be thick and characterful, so headboards, side rails and feet can add noticeably to the overall footprint. In this guide we walk through each measurement step by step: choosing a mattress size, reading the external frame dimensions, checking clearance around the bed, and planning delivery routes through doors, hallways and stairwells common in British homes. We explain how to account for chunky posts, deep footboards and uneven plank edges, and why bed height matters when the timber frame is especially solid. You will also find advice on positioning the bed around radiators, windows and sockets, how to test the layout with masking tape before ordering, and what to measure for bedside furniture so the whole room works together. A short FAQ answers the common sizing questions we hear before people choose a reclaimed frame....

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How to Measure Up for Wooden King Size Beds: A Simple Sizing Guide
October 14, 2026

How to Measure Up for Wooden King Size Beds: A Simple Sizing Guide

A UK king size mattress measures about 150 x 200 cm, but a wooden king size bed frame is almost always larger once side rails, headboards and footboards are included. That difference is where most measuring mistakes happen. This simple sizing guide takes you through eight clear steps, from measuring the room at floor and waist height to mapping doors, radiators and windows, choosing the right wall for the headboard and working out comfortable clearances around the bed. We explain how to compare your figures with the external dimensions of a frame rather than the mattress, why headboard and mattress height matter, and how a masking tape outline on the floor reveals whether a king size really suits your room. We also cover common pitfalls such as deep skirting boards and walls that are not square, and show how to measure the route into the bedroom so the bed arrives without any surprises....

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How to Measure Up for Solid Oak Beds: A Simple Sizing Guide
October 14, 2026

How to Measure Up for Solid Oak Beds: A Simple Sizing Guide

Solid oak beds are sturdy, handsome and often a little larger than lighter frames, so careful measuring saves a great deal of frustration later. This simple sizing guide takes you through the process step by step. We start with standard UK mattress sizes and explain why the external frame dimensions matter more than the mattress label. Next we cover measuring the room properly, including uneven walls, radiators, door swings, windows and ceiling height. We show you how to tape the bed's footprint on the floor and live with it for a day, how much clearance to leave around the sides and foot, and how to plan for bedside furniture along the headboard wall. We also explain how to measure the delivery route through doors, stairs and landings, how mattress depth affects headboard height, and the common mistakes to avoid so your new oak bed fits the room as well as it suits your style....

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How to Measure Up for Oak Computer Desks: A Simple Sizing Guide
October 14, 2026

How to Measure Up for Oak Computer Desks: A Simple Sizing Guide

Measuring up properly is the simplest way to make sure an oak computer desk fits your room, your body and your home's access route. In this step by step sizing guide, we explain exactly what to measure and why. We begin with the width of your wall or alcove, measured at several heights because older UK walls are rarely straight, then move on to choosing a comfortable depth for a laptop or monitor and checking for deep skirting boards. We explain how to find your ideal desk height, how much space to leave behind the desk for your chair, and why marking the footprint on the floor with masking tape reveals problems that numbers alone can miss. Because oak desks can be heavy, we also cover measuring doors, hallways, stairs and landings for delivery. Oak specific advice on radiators, sunlight and wall gaps follows, along with a quick sizing reference and a short FAQ to help you choose confidently....

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What Size Computer Desk Do You Need for an Alcove?
October 14, 2026

What Size Computer Desk Do You Need for an Alcove?

Alcoves beside a chimney breast are among the most useful spaces in a UK home, and many of them make excellent home offices. The challenge is choosing a desk that fits. Period walls are rarely straight, skirting boards and picture rails get in the way, and the depth of the chimney breast limits how far a desk can project into the room. In this guide we explain how to measure an alcove properly, including width at several heights, usable depth and the position of sockets and radiators. We then show how to turn those measurements into a desk size, how much clearance to leave either side, and when a freestanding desk works better than a fitted top or wall mounted design. We also cover chair space, shelving above the desk and lighting for a recessed workspace. With careful measuring, an alcove can hold a comfortable, tidy workstation that looks as though it was always meant to be there....

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How to Measure Up for Ladder Desks: A Simple Sizing Guide
October 13, 2026

How to Measure Up for Ladder Desks: A Simple Sizing Guide

To measure up for a ladder desk, you need five figures: the width of clear wall, the height from floor to ceiling or to any obstruction, the depth the desk will take up at its base, the space needed for a chair in front of it and the height of the work surface from the floor. Ladder desks lean against the wall at an angle, so they take up more floor depth at the bottom than at the top, and they need a sound wall and a level floor to stand safely. In this guide we take you through each measurement step by step, explain how the leaning angle affects the footprint, and show you how to check skirting boards, sockets, radiators and window sills before you choose. We also explain how to judge whether the shelves above the desk will be useful, and how to secure a ladder desk properly once it is in place....

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