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

A small double TV bed gives a single sleeper more room than a single bed while still fitting into box rooms and compact second bedrooms. Getting the fit right depends on careful measuring, because the footboard housing that holds the television makes the frame longer than the 120cm by 190cm mattress suggests. This guide explains how small doubles compare with singles and doubles, how to measure your room at floor level and how to choose the headboard wall. We show you how to check the walkway at the foot of the bed, the swing of the door and the headroom for the raised screen, and why taping out the footprint on the floor is so useful. We also cover common measuring mistakes, the choice between fabric and leather finishes, planning bedside storage, chests and wardrobes, and checking power and access. A short checklist brings every measurement together in one place....