For most bedrooms with an en suite, a double or king size bed is the right choice, provided you can keep a clear walkway of around 60 to 70 cm between the bed and the en suite door. The en suite itself rarely changes how big the bed can be. What changes is the usable floor around the bed, because the en suite door, its swing and the route to it all take up space that would otherwise be free. Size the bed around that route and the room will work.<\/p>\n
A king size fabric bed UK sale<\/a> suits many main bedrooms with en suites, particularly in newer homes where the en suite is built into one corner. In smaller rooms, a double is often more comfortable to live with. The rest of this guide explains how to decide.<\/p>\n An en suite is usually created in one of three ways: built into a corner of the original bedroom, carved out along one wall, or added through a doorway into a neighbouring room. Each has a different effect on the bedroom floor plan.<\/p>\n In many new build homes, the en suite sits in a corner of the main bedroom with the door facing the bed. That is the arrangement where bed size needs the most thought. Planning the whole of your modern bedroom furniture UK<\/a> layout around the en suite route avoids awkward squeezes later.<\/p>\n Start with an accurate floor plan. Measure the bedroom wall to wall, then mark the en suite walls, the door width and the direction of the door swing. Note windows, radiators, sockets and the main bedroom door.<\/p>\n Next, identify the route from the bedroom door to the en suite door. This is the path you will walk most often, including at night, so it needs to be clear and comfortable. A walkway of around 60 cm is workable. Around 70 to 90 cm feels relaxed.<\/p>\n With the route marked, work out where the bed can sit without blocking it. The bed usually goes on the longest solid wall, and its footprint must stay out of the walkway and out of the swing of the en suite door.<\/p>\n UK mattress sizes are a useful reference: small double at 120 x 190 cm, double at 135 x 190 cm, king at 150 x 200 cm and super king at 180 x 200 cm. Frames add to these figures, particularly upholstered designs with wide headboards.<\/p>\n If the bedroom feels compact once the en suite is built in, a double bed keeps the route clear and leaves room for bedside cabinets. A slim frame on legs helps the room feel more open than a solid plinth.<\/p>\n Most main bedrooms in modern UK homes can take a king size bed with comfortable clearance, as long as the en suite door does not open across the side of the bed. This is the most common choice and balances comfort with space.<\/p>\n A super king suits larger rooms and couples who want more personal space. Check that the extra 30 cm of width does not push the bed into the en suite route.<\/p>\n The en suite door is often the deciding factor. A standard hinged door needs a clear arc in front of it. If that arc overlaps the side of the bed or a bedside cabinet, the door will catch every time it opens.<\/p>\n Some homes use a pocket door or a sliding barn style door for the en suite, which frees up floor space and can allow a larger bed. If you are renovating, this is worth considering. If not, choosing a bed with a slightly narrower frame or moving the bed along the wall by a few centimetres can solve the problem.<\/p>\n The bedside nearest the en suite is usually the tightest. A full width cabinet may not fit, or it may sit right in the walkway. Options include a narrow bedside cabinet, a wall mounted shelf or a small round side table that is easier to walk past.<\/p>\n Our bedside cabinets UK<\/a> include compact designs that suit these narrower spaces. Matching cabinets either side look tidy, but mismatched sizes are entirely acceptable if the room requires it. Using the same finish on both keeps them looking like a pair.<\/p>\n Good storage in the en suite takes pressure off the bedroom. If toiletries, towels and spare linen live in the en suite, the bedroom can carry less furniture, which frees floor space for a larger bed. A slim bathroom storage unit UK<\/a> or a mirrored cabinet above the basin can make a surprising difference.<\/p>\n It also helps to coordinate finishes. An oak vanity in the en suite pairs naturally with a wooden bed frame, while white or grey bathroom furniture sits well beside upholstered beds in soft neutrals.<\/p>\n An en suite next to the bed brings two practical considerations. Light from the en suite can disturb a sleeping partner, so a bed positioned where the en suite door does not face the pillows is easier to live with. If that is not possible, a dimmable or motion sensor light in the en suite helps.<\/p>\n Noise from extractor fans and plumbing carries into the bedroom too. An upholstered headboard and a rug beside the bed absorb some sound and make the room feel quieter.<\/p>\n Moisture from showers can drift into the bedroom if the en suite is poorly ventilated. Keep the en suite door closed while showering and run the extractor fan for a while afterwards. This protects bedding, upholstered headboards and wooden furniture near the door. Avoid placing the bed tight against the en suite wall if that wall tends to feel damp or cold.<\/p>\n With an en suite taking one corner or wall, wardrobe space often becomes the next pressure point. In many rooms, the wall shared with the en suite is the obvious place for a wardrobe, since it is solid and out of the bed’s way. Check the depth carefully: a wardrobe that projects too far can narrow the route to the en suite door.<\/p>\n Sliding wardrobes suit these rooms well because their doors need no swing space. Mirrored doors also reflect light from the window, which helps if the en suite has taken away part of the room’s natural light. If the bedroom has an alcove or a recess left over from the en suite build, it can often hold a slim chest of drawers or open shelving.<\/p>\n Think about where you will dress. Many people move between the en suite and the wardrobe in the morning, so placing the wardrobe close to the en suite door keeps that routine efficient and leaves the area around the bed calm and uncluttered.<\/p>\n For a detailed look at frame and room measurements, our guide to UK king size bed dimensions<\/a> sets out the numbers clearly. For tighter bedside spaces, our article on bedside cabinets in small UK bedrooms<\/a> explains which widths and depths work best.<\/p>\n An en suite does not limit you to a small bed. It asks you to plan around a route. Keep that walkway clear, choose bedside storage that fits each side, and let the en suite handle as much storage as it can. With that approach, most main bedrooms can comfortably take a double or king size bed. You can compare frame sizes across our bedroom ranges at Furniture in Fashion<\/a>, with free delivery to most UK mainland postcodes.<\/p>\n Often, yes. Check that the bed keeps a clear route of around 60 to 70 cm to the en suite door and stays out of the door swing.<\/p>\n Usually on the longest solid wall, positioned so the en suite route stays clear and the en suite door does not face the pillows.<\/p>\n Try a narrower cabinet, a wall shelf or a small round side table, or move the bed slightly along the wall.<\/p>\n Good en suite storage for toiletries and towels can reduce how much furniture the bedroom needs, which leaves more space for the bed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" For most bedrooms with an en suite, a double or king size bed is the right choice, as long as you keep a clear walkway between the bed and the en suite door. The en suite rarely limits how large a bed can be. 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Measuring the Space That Matters<\/h3>\n
Matching Bed Size to Room Size<\/h3>\n
Smaller main bedrooms<\/h3>\n
Average main bedrooms<\/h3>\n
Larger main bedrooms<\/h3>\n
Door Swing and Sliding Doors<\/h3>\n
Bedside Storage Beside the En Suite<\/h3>\n
Thinking About Storage Inside the En Suite<\/h3>\n
Lighting and Noise<\/h3>\n
Ventilation and Humidity<\/h3>\n
Wardrobes and Dressing Space<\/h3>\n
Common Layout Mistakes<\/h3>\n
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A Quick Decision Guide<\/h3>\n
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Bringing It Together<\/h3>\n
Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\n
Can a king size bed fit in a bedroom with an en suite?<\/h3>\n
Where should the bed go in a room with an en suite?<\/h3>\n
What if the en suite door hits the bedside cabinet?<\/h3>\n
Does an en suite mean I need less bedroom storage?<\/h3>\n