Proper arrangement of a sleeping place means complete, comfortable sleep and relaxation. The bed is the main subject of the bedroom. When choosing a bed, you should take into account the materials from which it is made, size, quality of prefabricated parts, and the overall design of the room. What are the sizes of a double bed according to Russian GOST and European and American standards, what to look for when choosing, recommendations, tips, reviews you will find in this article.
Standard dimensions of a double design
The most common sizes of a double bed are 190–210 cm in length, while the standard width is 160–180 cm. Dimensions may vary within these limits, depending on the characteristics of the products of a particular manufacturer.
The parameters of the product are selected based on the person’s build (weight, height). There are several options for the width of a double bed:
- “slim” model (narrow, for slender people) - 140–145 cm;
- standard - 150 cm;
- slightly above average, for those who love space - 160 cm;
- king size (usually found in hotels) - up to 180 cm.
As the width increases, the height of double beds also increases. At the moment, most domestic furniture manufacturers take the standard length as 190 cm and height as 450 cm. Products made in Asia are usually lower than European ones. They fit well into an interior decorated in a minimalist style. This double bed is better known as an ottoman.
Furniture for an elderly person should be low and wide. The low height of a double bed has many advantages: it is easy to get up and down, and the risk of injury in case of an accidental fall is reduced. The bed should be installed in the room along a long wall, so that there is a free passage of at least 80 cm on each side - in this case, access to the furniture will not be difficult.
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What should be the length and width of the mattress
Standard mattress sizes:
- single – 80 cm and 90 cm wide, and 190, 195 or 200 cm long;
- one-and-a-half-sleeping – 120 cm wide and 190, 195 or 200 cm long;
- double - 140, 160, 180 and 200 cm wide and 190, 195 or 200 cm long.
Mattress length
The universal length of the mattress for any height is 200 cm. Such mattresses are well suited for tall people.
If a person’s height is no more than 175 cm, then it will be comfortable on a mattress 190 cm long. There is also an intermediate size - 195 centimeters.
There is only one important rule that applies here: the length of the mattress must exceed your height by at least 15 centimeters.
Size nuances depending on the manufacturer
When choosing furniture, you must pay attention to the country of origin. There are two common measurement systems - English and metric. In the first option, all dimensions are calculated in pounds and inches. This system is used in the United States and Great Britain. To determine the optimal length of a double bed, you will need to convert these units into meters and centimeters.
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The metric system is used in Russia, Italy, Spain, France, and Eastern European countries. All parameters are written in meters and centimeters, so this system is more convenient for domestic producers and consumers. A special table will help you determine the appropriate bed size.
| Manufacturer country | Standards for double beds according to GOST. Optimal size (width and length), cm |
| Russian furniture factories | 190 × 130 |
| Europe | 180 × 140 |
| America | 200 × 130 |
| Scandinavian company IKEA | 190 × 135 |
Models of non-standard sizes usually come with a branded mattress. If the dimensions are standard, it may be sold separately. For people of tall stature and heavy build, it is recommended to choose furniture of king sizes (the length of the bed and its width are 20–30 cm larger than classic ones). Almost all major manufacturers in Russia and abroad have such a line of products.
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Anatomical features of sleeping people
The size of the sleeping place depends entirely on the build, health and age of the sleeping people. For patients suffering from pathologies of the musculoskeletal system (osteochondrosis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, etc.), it is better to buy the largest bed that can fit in the bedroom. The same applies to users with varying degrees of obesity. For healthy people of thin and average build, the bed is selected according to height and requirements for personal space. As a rule, these are models with a width of 160-180 cm and a length of 200-220 cm.
Non-standard products
To choose the appropriate dimensions of an oval or round bed, you need to take into account the height and build of those who will use the furniture, as well as the area and shape of the room. Such models are usually made to order. In order for two people of average height and athletic build to comfortably fit on such a sleeping bed, its minimum diameter should be 250 cm. The most common atypical shapes with dimensions of this type are considered:
- ellipse;
- semicircle;
- an arc curved in different directions;
- heart.
From the point of view of practical convenience, it is best to opt for a semicircular shape if the height of the headboard is not very large. In this case, the product is freely placed along a long wall with the convex part outward. The main thing is not to place other furniture nearby, so as not to impede access to the sleeping surface. Most models of atypical configurations are equipped with an additional pull-out seat. However, such products have a significant drawback - it is difficult to choose the appropriate size of bed linen. In view of the above, in some cases it is better to choose a standard bed option.
Non-standard products are not suitable for small-sized apartments, in addition, they are not compatible with all interior styles - accordingly, choosing a bed of this shape should be very carefully considered.
Headboard options
The headboard of a standard bed can be high or low, it is positioned clearly vertically or at a slight angle. In some models it is openwork, in others it is completely flat. This detail also happens:
- stationary;
- hinged - fixed on the wall above the bed;
- attached - consists of two floor tables that are placed on one side of the bed.
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According to the GOST standard for the size of a double bed, the headboard has the following dimensions: the optimal height from the sleeping surface is 390 mm, from the floor level - 900 mm. For the most compact models these values are 350 and 800 mm, for European king-size products - 410 and 920 mm. Additionally, a canopy can be used. Its length and width vary depending on the parameters of the furniture.
Designs with a high and wide headboard according to European standards are not used, as they visually reduce the space. To solve this problem, you can place several pillows on the bed in the form of a slide or a pyramid. What size of elevation is suitable depends on the dimensions of the sleeping place. This little trick will help prevent visual reduction of the area.
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What to consider when choosing a bed size
To understand exactly what size bed is needed, you need to accurately determine the parameters of the room where you plan to place double furniture. You also need to visually represent the location of the product in relation to other large items. To simplify orientation in space, you can sketch a sketch or plan by hand, and then be guided by this drawing when choosing a suitable design. When choosing the dimensions of a double bed, be sure to take into account the following important parameters:
- Height, weight of users.
- Age (it is better for older people to choose low, narrow models to make it easier to stand up).
- User sleep patterns (eg, habit of resting with arms outstretched, legs extended, or curled up).
- Room area.
Before visiting a furniture showroom, you must decide in advance on the preferred width, length and location of the double bed. The material of manufacture also matters. The highest quality, but most expensive option is solid wood; budget models are made from chipboard and MDF.
Consider the height and weight of people who will sleep on the bed
For older people, choose low models
Take into account the compliance of the dimensions of the furniture with the dimensions of the room
Tips for choosing bed linen and bedspreads
These textiles should ideally fit a double bed of standard sizes or furniture of non-standard dimensions. For the latter, choosing textiles is quite difficult, but when it comes to standard designs, before purchasing you need:
- Make sure that the width of the bedspread is not less than the sleeping area (you choose the size of the sheet in the same way).
- Measure the seam allowance on each side; it should be 25–27 cm.
- Take into account the presence of furniture legs. If you want to hide them, the bedspread should be at least 60 cm larger than the standard bed dimensions.
- Decide where the furniture will stand - against the wall or in the center of the room. In the first case, there will be no allowance on one side.
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The size of the blanket and bed linen is selected based on the length and width of the mattress. Most domestic factories manufacture their products with an eye to the standard dimensions of beds according to GOST standards:
- duvet cover - 210 × 180 cm;
- sheet - 210 × 175 cm;
- pillowcase – 70 × 70 cm.
Euro bedding has its own duvet cover, sheet and pillowcase sizes - 200 × 220, 220 × 240 and 50 × 70 cm, respectively.
If it is not possible to take accurate measurements, it is better to choose wide and long underwear: the sheet can always be folded in half, and the pillowcase can be folded. If the textiles turn out to be less than needed, this problem will no longer be solved. It should be noted that bedding belongs to the category of products that cannot be returned after purchase, even due to discrepancies in dimensions.
Before purchasing a Euro or standard size bed, you need to take all the necessary measurements. Only after this can you begin to choose the design of the product. The sleeping bed should not clutter up the space, so you should focus on compactness and ergonomics. Decor is of secondary importance compared to the individual dimensions of the furniture.
Sleeping place
Table of bed standards.
| Mattresses | USA | Australia | Great Britain | Europe |
| Standard width of double mattresses | 1.38*1.9 m 53*75″ | 1.4*2 m 55*79″ | ||
| Royal "King" | 1.53*2.03 m 60*80″ | 15.3*1.98 m 60*78″ | 1.6*2 m 63*79″ | |
| Super Royal, "Super King" | 1.93*2.03 m 76*80″ | 1.84 *2.03 m 72*80″ | 1.84*1.98 m 72*78″ | 1.8*2 m 71*79″ |
| Round mattresses | Ø 2- 2.3 m | |||
The mattress must strictly correspond to the size of the bed. A larger product will be unevenly distributed over the surface and will damage your posture. A mattress with smaller parameters will deform the frame and disrupt rest. The height of the flooring should be slightly higher than the level of the side of the bed. The sizes of springless models range from 15-24 cm. Thin floorings (2-10 cm) serve as mattress covers for old sofas. Products equipped with springs have a height of 18-32 cm. There are elite options reaching 50 cm.
It is important to take into account the individual characteristics of vacationers:
- For those with an average build, a mattress with independent springs and a bed measuring 160x190 cm will suit them;
- People who need more space will like the high springless mattresses, which are 180 cm wide;
- Fragile consumers make do with soft double models 150-155 cm.
Bed linen parameters.
| Models | Duvet covers, (width*length, mm) | Sheet size, (width*length, mm) | Pillowcases, (width*length, mm) |
| Double set that meets Russian standards. | 1750*2100 1800*2200 | 1750*2100 | 500*700 700*700 |
| The Euro double set is equipped with a wide duvet cover and sheet. | 2000*2200 2150*2200 | 2000*2150 | 500*700 700*700 |
| Royal sets are equipped with 4 pillowcases of two standards. | 2200*2400 2400*2600 | 2200*2400 | 500*700 700*700 |
| Family sets include 2 one-and-a-half duvet covers for couples covering themselves with different blankets. | 1430*2100 1600*2300 | 1750*2100 2600*2700 | 500*700 700*700 |
Please note: sheets come in regular and fitted sheets. The first option is suitable for any beds and mattresses, the second is not suitable for sofas, thin and soft flooring.
