To measure up for a metal king size bed, start with the mattress size, which in the UK is 150cm wide by 200cm long. Then add the frame's extra width and length, which varies by design, and allow roughly 60cm to 70cm of clear space on each side and at the foot of the bed for walking and opening furniture. Finally, check doorways, stairs and ceiling height. If your room comfortably fits around 270cm by 330cm of usable floor area, a king size bed will usually sit well.<\/p>\n
This guide walks through each step so you can order with confidence. When you have your measurements, our modern king size metal beds UK<\/a> collection lists full dimensions for every frame, making it easy to check against your plan.<\/p>\n Bed sizes in the UK differ from those used in Europe and the United States. A UK king size mattress is 150cm by 200cm. This is wider and longer than a standard UK double, which is 135cm by 190cm. A UK super king is larger again at 180cm by 200cm.<\/p>\n When you buy a frame and mattress separately, make sure both are listed as UK king size. European king sizes are often 160cm wide, which will not fit a UK frame correctly. Our bedroom furniture UK sale<\/a> range uses UK sizing throughout.<\/p>\n Use a metal tape measure and measure the full length and width of the room at floor level. Note the positions of doors, windows, radiators, plug sockets and light switches. Sketch a simple floor plan on paper and mark these features, including the direction each door swings.<\/p>\n Many UK bedrooms are not perfect rectangles. Chimney breasts, alcoves and bay windows all affect where the bed can go. Measure the depth of any chimney breast and the width of alcoves on either side, as these often determine the best wall for the bed.<\/p>\n A metal frame adds to the mattress footprint. Side rails, posts and the headboard all take up space. Most metal king size frames measure somewhere between 155cm and 165cm wide and between 205cm and 215cm long, but designs with footboards, finials or decorative curves may be larger. Always check the product's external dimensions rather than relying on the mattress size alone.<\/p>\n Also note the height of the headboard and the clearance beneath the frame. Headboard height matters under windows or sloping ceilings, and clearance matters if you plan to use storage boxes underneath.<\/p>\n A bed needs room around it to be practical. As a guide:<\/p>\n In tighter rooms, you might place one side of the bed closer to the wall, but this makes changing sheets awkward and is less comfortable for couples. If both sleepers need easy access, keep space on both sides.<\/p>\n Once you have the frame dimensions, mark the footprint on the floor with masking tape. Include the bedside tables. Walk around the outline, open doors and drawers, and stand where you will get dressed. This simple exercise reveals problems that a drawing can miss.<\/p>\n Metal king size beds typically arrive flat packed, but the headboard can be one long, solid piece. Measure every doorway along the route from the front door to the bedroom, as well as stair widths and any tight turns on landings. Older terraced houses with narrow staircases and newer homes with compact landings both need checking.<\/p>\n The mattress is often the largest single item. Rolled mattresses are much easier to manoeuvre, but a traditional king size mattress is bulky and less flexible than people expect. Our mattresses UK sale<\/a> selection includes options that suit different access situations.<\/p>\n The height of the mattress top from the floor affects comfort. Most people find it easiest to get in and out of bed when the top of the mattress sits roughly at knee height. A metal frame's base height plus your mattress depth gives you this figure. Thick mattresses on a tall frame can make the bed feel high, which may suit taller people but can be awkward for others.<\/p>\n Ceiling height matters if the frame has tall posts or a four poster design. Leave comfortable space above the frame so the room does not feel crowded.<\/p>\n Bedside tables complete a king size bed, and their size affects the overall width needed. Measure the space available on each side after allowing for the bed. A modern bedside cabinets UK<\/a> design between 40cm and 50cm wide suits most rooms. Their top should sit roughly level with, or just above, the mattress top for comfortable reach.<\/p>\n For more detail on choosing the right size, our guide to bedside table measurements for UK bedrooms<\/a> is a helpful companion to this one.<\/p>\nUnderstanding UK King Size<\/h3>\n
Step One: Measure the Room<\/h3>\n
Step Two: Check the Frame Dimensions<\/h3>\n
Step Three: Allow Space to Move<\/h3>\n
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Step Four: Mark It Out<\/h3>\n
Step Five: Check Access Routes<\/h3>\n
Step Six: Consider Height<\/h3>\n
Planning Bedside Space<\/h3>\n
Common Measuring Mistakes<\/h3>\n
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Is King Size Right for Your Room?<\/h3>\n