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What size mattress is best?
When buying a mattress, make sure that it is not too small – a mistake you’re sure to regret for a long time! The following recommendations are adapted from The Better Sleep Council.
Full or double beds measure 53" wide, which is only 15" wider than a twin or single bed. For two people sharing a full bed, each has only 27" of personal space – the width of a baby’s crib! These beds are 75" long, which may be too short for some adults, especially men.
Extra-long twins are 5" longer than regular twins and are commonly found in college dorm rooms. Push two of these together, and you have a king.
Queen beds are 60" wide and 80" long. Although it doesn’t seem like much, the additional 6" in width and 5" in length over the full size can make all the difference in comfort, especially for couples. However, with 30" of personal space, each adult still has 9" less than if they slept alone in a twin bed. Queen size is a good choice for guest rooms and for small master bedrooms.
King beds are 76" wide by 80" long, or 18" wider than a queen. For two people sharing a bed, each would have 38" of personal space, or as much as a twin bed. The California King is 4" narrower and 4" longer than a regular king. The king size is the best choice for couples who want maximum personal sleeping space. |
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