Losing sleep can do more than just leave you feeling tired the next day, it can also hurt your mental health, cause brain aging to accelerate and shorten your life. One of the most important factors in getting good sleep is having the right mattress. If you are looking at getting a king-size bed, it is important to know all the details before buying your king-sized adjustable bed.
Prior to Shopping: Measure Your Space
Before you start searching for a new king bed, make sure you get the measurements of your bedroom right. King-size mattresses and bed frames are standardized sizes but there can be differences. Getting the room dimensions right is crucial not just to ensure that your bed will fit, but that you will have enough room to comfortably move about with it. In this guide, we will cover everything from comparing the different sizes of mattresses to knowing the specifics on a king size mattress.
Mattress Size Guide: Find Your Match
What Mattress Size Is Right for You?
With all these options online and in stores, it’s no wonder that picking the right-size mattress can be a daunting task. The size you need ultimately depends on personal preferences, the size of your room, your body type, and whether or not you sleep with a partner, children, or pets. The first step is to measure your available space, which will eliminate options and allow you to shop with a level of assurance.
California King
Size: Approximately 72″ x 84″
Summary: The California king has four inches of added length but is four inches narrower than a king size bed. The added length is perfect for taller people who are over six feet tall. If you tend to hang over the edge of a standard bed, the California king may be the perfect answer. California kings are also a great choice if you have a narrower room with less width.
Standard King Mattress (Eastern King)
Size: Approximately 76″ x 80″
Summary: The standard king mattress is wider than the California king mattress, but slightly shorter. It offers couples the same amount of individual sleeping space as two twin XL mattresses side by side. It’s ideal for those who sleep with pets or children and want to keep their sleeping space. It is best suited for large master bedrooms.
Queen Mattress
Dimensions: Approximately 60″ x 80″
Summary: The queen is the most widely purchased mattress size. The true versatility of the queen is that it fits well in a medium-sized room, has enough space for single sleepers or couples who do not need too much width, and makes a solid option for guest rooms or smaller master bedrooms.
Full Mattress (Double)
Dimensions: Approximately 54″ x 75″
Summary: Full-sized mattresses are a good compromise between a twin and a queen-sized bed. They are perfectly sized for single adults, teenagers, or small guest rooms. The full-size mattress is a great value for a smaller price point and a compact size.
Twin XL Mattress
Dimensions: 39″ x 80″
Summary: The twin XL is primarily used in college dorms, and it provides added space for the feet while maintaining a smaller width. This is an option for taller children that have outgrown a twin but still need a thinner option.
Standard Twin Mattress
Size: 39″ x 75″
Overview: The twin mattress is used in many children’s rooms and bunks. It is lightweight, it is compact, and it is easy to move. The twin mattress can be particularly well used in kids and teens room or a small guest space when space is at a premium.
Crib Mattress
Size: 27″ x 52″
Overview: These mattresses are designed to fit all standard cribs, and they are firm and safe for infants and toddlers. Most crib mattresses will be used through the toddler years until transitioning to a bigger bed.
How to Pick a King-Size Mattress
1. Measure Your Space
King’s size beds require a lot of space, so it helps to know what you’re facing before you start shopping. Your bedroom should ideally measure at least 12×12 feet to fit a king size mattress comfortably. You really should have about 30 inches of clearance all the way around so you can move around the bedroom. Be sure to consider other furniture using your bedroom and a king size mattress needs to fit through the door you will be entering and any hallways.
2. Think About Sleeping Preferences
Not every body sleeps the same way. One of the great things about a king size bed is the ability to set up two twin XL mattresses side by side. This allows couples to pick individually tailored mattresses that work for them–whether that’s support for a bad back or a soft mattress if they sleep on their side.
3. Verify Bed Base Compatibility
Make sure the mattress you want to buy coincides with the dimensions of your bed frame before you buy. Typically, a king mattress (76″ x 80″) will have a bed frame that is slightly larger to accommodate the mattress, with only a footboard or partition for the mattress resting on. Additionally, there can be variances in dimensions depending on the brand of mattress, so be sure to check both measures to avoid issues when assembling your bed or hoping for fit.
4. Think About Co-Sleeping Needs
If you’re sharing your bed with a loved one, children, or animals, a king-size provides room to sleep undisturbed. If you value personal space, or have a fairly sizeable dog or child sharing your bed, there is a marked difference with the width of a king size.
Advice for Shopping for a King-Size Mattress
Budget
King size mattresses range widely in price. Most fall around $1,000, but you can find decent options starting at low hundreds. Take your time to compare brands, features and reviews to get a mattress that gives you the best value in your range.
Sleep Position
Your preferred sleeping position can help guide your decision on firmness level. Generally, side sleepers prefer medium-soft to medium-firm mattresses, and stomach and back sleepers prefer firm surfaces for support. Hybrid mattresses work well for combination sleepers.
Test Before You Buy
Nothing can replace the experience of lying on a mattress. If you have not done so already, visit a store and test a few different models to get feel for what you like. If you can boil your selection down to a couple of choices, read about online reviews to understand things like durability, materials, and customer satisfaction.
Return Policies and Warranties
Take a look at their return policy and warranty information before you buy. A solid warranty gives you some peace of mind if there are any defects, and a fair return policy gives you the opportunity to return the mattress if it’s not the right one for you.
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Hanse Furniture King's Beds
Here at George Furniture we supply a range of king and California king beds for your ideal bedroom. John and his team work with traditional beds or we can build you a custom solution, George Furniture can help customise your space into a dream bedroom.
If you’re ready to shop king or California king beds, visit us in person at our showroom in Foshan, China or contact one of our George Constructions project managers for more information. Whatever the application may be, residential or commercial we have you covered.
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