The effectiveness of your night's rest and sleep comfort depends not only on the quality of your bedding, pillows, and comforters. The size of the bed on which you sleep largely determines how well you rest at night. A tight, narrow or short bed will force you to sleep in uncomfortable positions. It will make your sleep anxious, shallow. In the morning, your body will give you serious recriminations for being irresponsible in choosing such an important object. This is what makes large beds so popular.
There is a wide range of large and very large beds. Sales statistics show that connoisseurs of comfortable sleep choose the standard queen most often.
Queen Size Dimensions
The standard queen-size mattress is 6 inches (15.2 centimeters) wider and 5 inches (12.7 centimeters) longer than a full size bed (double bed), the queen-size is 60 by 80 inches (152.4 by 203.2 centimeters). The Queen Size Bed is larger than a regular twin bed: 5 inches longer (12.7 centimeters) and 21 inches wider (53.3 centimeters). Queen-size mattresses are 16 inches (40.6 centimeters) narrower than king mattresses, but equal in length.
There is no general thickness standard for these mattresses. Most often, queen-size mattresses are 9-16 inches (22.9-40.6 centimeters) thick. This is due to the type of mattress construction and the number and materials of the layers.
The Queen standard is just one of the popular mattress sizes. If you're interested, here's a comparison table of the most common standards with geometric dimensions.
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Mattress Size |
Dimensions in inches |
Dimensions in centimeters |
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Twin |
38 by 75 |
91,4 by 190,5 |
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Twin XL |
38 by 80 |
91,4 by 203,2 |
|
Full |
54 by 75 |
137,2 by 190,5 |
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Queen |
60 by 80 |
152,4 by 203,2 |
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King |
76 by 80 |
193 by 203,2 |
|
California king |
72 by 84 |
182,9 by 213,4 |
What advantages does the Queen Size Bed have?
The Queen Size Bed has some benefits that may be important to many people.
The properties of this particular mattress standard can improve the quality of your sleep. The properties of this particular mattress standard can improve the quality of your sleep. And here's why.
This standard is perfect for most couples.
Queen Size Bed provides 30 inches (76 centimeters) for sleepers. Practice shows that this width is quite enough for most couples to sleep comfortably. That is, at a Queen Size Bed width of 60 inches, a couple of sleeping people are free enough not to interfere with their partner's personal space.
The King Size Bed is even wider, of course. There's 38 inches (96.5 centimeters) for each sleeper. That's fine and many couples need just that kind of space. The only difficulty is that the space required for such a bed is noticeably larger. A standard bedroom (11 by 12 feet, or 3.25 by 3.65 meters) cannot always accommodate such a bed without sacrificing space, aisles and decor.
For owners of smaller or elongated bedrooms, the versatile Queen Size Bed is the best choice.
Queen size bed is great for tall people.
The fact is that the Full standard at 75 inches (190.5 cm) can be uncomfortable for tall people. Their feet can hang off the bed, the sleeping position is uncomfortable and the quality of the night's rest is low. Queen Size is 5 inches (almost 13 cm) longer. This, in most cases, is enough for a tall person to feel comfortable and free in their bed and get a good night's sleep.
Queen size is a good solution for people with restless sleep.
People who constantly toss and turn in their sleep and sometimes wake up across the bed will appreciate Queen size. Sufficient width of the bed will not unexpectedly find themselves on the floor, "night traveling" on the bed will be more comfortable and safer. It will allow better relaxation and rest overnight.
Queen is a quite versatile size.
The size of the room in which the bed organically fits comes from considerations of ergonomics and interior design. Queen Size requires a bedroom of at least 10 by 10 feet (3 by 3 meters). The most common bedroom size in the U.S. is about 11 by 12 feet (3.35 by 3.65 meters). That is, the Queen Size will fit perfectly into a bedroom in most cases, taking into account convenient aisles and placement of the rest of the furniture. Because of this versatility, Queen Size is very common in vacation homes, hotels. This size is also often the best for guest rooms.
That said, the Queen Size Bed does not look diminutive in a larger bedroom either. The Queen Size Bed becomes a successful accent in a typical master bedroom, the most common size of which is about 14 by 16 feet (4.27 by 4.87 meters).
Duration of use.
Another quality of large bed is durability. The more space a sleeper has, the more evenly and therefore slower the mattress wears out. By changing the position of the body on the mattress, you prevent rapid formation of dents. This mattress lasts a long time.
Accessories and components.
Sometimes finding components for large beds can be difficult. Mattress bases, bed frames, headboards to king or California king standards can be difficult to find. Queen Size beds present far fewer of these problems.
Abundance and variety of all kinds of accessories for Queen Size Bed, a huge choice of fabrics, textures, colors, prints, insulation and finishing materials cannot fail to please. You can choose for your Queen Size Bed those accessories that are perfect matches the interior of your bedroom.
Queen Size Bed exist in several versions.
In addition to the original Queen standard, manufacturers offer three more modifications. They are not so common, but somewhat expand the possibilities for a more optimal choice for the demanding buyer.
Olympic Queen Bed
This version of the Queen differs from the original in width. It adds 6 inches (15.2 cm), that is, 3 inches (7.6 cm) per sleeper. As a result, the extended queen measures 66 inches by 80 inches (167.6 by 203.2 cm).
The Olympic Queen is a great solution if you need a bed with a little more sleeping space in a small bedroom. The Olympic Queen is smaller than the King Size and will fit into a standard bedroom, maintaining the necessary space for furniture and aisles. This solution is often chosen by couples whose toddlers have a habit of climbing into the parent's bed.
California Queen Bed
Like the California king bed, the California Queen Bed is a longer version of the standard bed. It is the same width as the Queen Size bed, but 4 inches (10.2 cm) longer. Tall people can lie on this bed without feeling the edges of the mattress with their heels. The standard width of 60 inches (152.4 cm) allows the California Queen bed to fit just as comfortably in a regular bedroom.
Split Queen Bed
There is another very cool modification of the Queen Size - the Split Queen Bed. It's the same size as Queen, but the mattress itself is made up of two 30-inch (76.2 cm) wide halves. This feature gives a unique opportunity for people sleeping in the same bed to sleep on a mattress with the firmness that suits them personally. If a couple prefers different mattress qualities (stiffer or softer, natural silicone or coconut fiber, spring block, or all-foam), each can arrange their half of the Split Queen Bed however they wish.
Another option for customizing the comfort of the Split Queen Bed is the use of a split adjustable base. It allows each sleeper to adjust the head and leg height according to their preferences, for maximum sleeping comfort. Also it is a great solution when you need an adjustable bed, but the size of the bedroom does not allow for a separate adjustable bed. In this situation, a Split Queen Bed with adjustable split base will be the best option.
The Split Queen Bed was not always the most popular choice.
This standard received its popularity relatively recently. For a long time people used mostly twin beds. Both singles and couples did so. Spouses slept in the same bedroom, but each in his own bed. This was the case at the end of World War II.
After the war, changes in society affected people's attitudes toward their private time and habits. People began to prefer to sleep in the same bed, and the familiar Twin Size Bed could no longer provide sufficient comfort. The demand for bigger beds began to grow rapidly.
In addition, with the growth of wealth and consumption standards, many Americans began to prefer to live in larger homes. There was a space for more comfortable furniture and manufacturers began to work hard to meet the growing demand.
By the end of the first postwar decade, two new standards, the Queen Size Bed and the King Size Bed, had firmly established themselves on the market. Sufficient convenience, versatility, practicality and affordability unambiguously brought the Queen Size Bed to the peak of popularity. Nowadays, buyers are also more often choosing the Queen Size Bed of these two standards.
FAQ
How many people is the Queen Size Bed designed for?
This standard allows two people to rest comfortably. The Queen Size is 6 inches (15.2 cm) wider and 5 inches (12.7 cm) longer than the Full Standard, allowing taller people to sleep without discomfort.
The Queen Size Bed is often chosen by people who prefer to sleep alone, but sleep restlessly. The size of the bed allows them to avoid the fear of waking up on the floor, or the discomfort of having a leg or arm hanging off the bed and falling asleep.
What mattress size options are available in the Queen standard?
The Queen Size Bed is one of the standards for mattresses adopted in the United States. It includes several types with their own markings and different length to width ratios. In order to make the right choice, you need to know what sizes correspond to these designations.
Keep this in mind:
|
Mattress Size |
Dimensions in inches |
Dimensions in centimeters |
|
Queen |
60 by 80 |
152,4 by 203,2 |
|
"extended queen" |
66 by 80 |
167,6 by 203,2 |
|
"California queen" |
60 by 84 |
152,4 by 213,4 |
What is the name and what size mattress is considered the largest in the United States?
Currently, the largest mattress size that can be found on sale is the "Alaskan king" standard. This construction is a 108 by 108 inch ( 274.3 by 274.3 cm) square.
In fact, the Alaskan king is not so often the choice of Americans and the frame for such a giant has to be ordered on purpose.
Lovers of very spacious beds more often opt for the King standard. It is superior to Queen Size in width by 16 inches (40.6 cm) and is great for large couples and those who are used to sleeping together with children.
If you're taller than 6 feet (183 cm), the California king is probably your choice. The California is 4 inches (10.2 cm) longer than the base model. This applies equally to king and queen standards.
How versatile is the queen sheet size for the Queen Size Bed?
Flat queen sheets are available in a standard size of 90 by 102 inches (228.6 by 259 cm). Pocket sheets, or fitted sheets, are 60 by 80 inches (152.4 by 203.2 cm), like the Queen mattress and pockets, standard for a mattress thickness of 15 inches (38.1 cm). This is the optimal pocket depth for most mattresses. However, if your Queen mattress is thicker, or if you are using extra layers, you will have to find a sheet with the appropriate pocket depth.
For the Olympic Queen and California Queen, you need fitted sheets that are wider, or longer, according to your Queen modification.
Is the Queen Size Bed a universal global standard, or do different countries have their own standards for mattresses?
The standards of different countries are often very different from the usual American standards in both names and sizes. In order to make the right choice, you need to look at the dimensions specified by the manufacturer. For example, the Queen Size standard is not available in the UK. And those mattresses that are labeled as "king size" in the UK are 1 inch (2.54 cm) shorter in length than the American Queen standard and equal to it in width.
To summarize
A good night's rest depends a lot on whether your bed is roomy and your mattress size is comfortable. The Queen Size Bed is a great choice for a regular small bedroom. Both a couple and a single sleeper can comfortably and freely settle on such a bed and get a quality rest and a good, deep sleep. Four versions of this standard - Queen Size, Olympic Queen, California Queen and Split Queen - allow you to meet your exact needs.