sizing comparison
US Queen vs UK King
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In short
A US Queen is typically about 152 × 203 cm; a UK King is typically 150 × 200 cm. They are close in width but the US Queen is longer. Sheets, protectors and frames are not reliably interchangeable — measure centimetres before cross-border pairing.
Size-name collisions between US and UK retail cause most import fit errors. See the full US sizes table for Twin through California King.
What is the difference between US Queen and UK King?
A US Queen is typically about 152 × 203 cm; a UK King is typically 150 × 200 cm. They are close in width but the US Queen is longer. Sheets, protectors and frames are not reliably interchangeable — measure centimetres before cross-border pairing.
| Criterion | US Queen | UK King |
|---|---|---|
| Typical width | ~152 cm (60 in) | ~150 cm |
| Typical length | ~203 cm (80 in) | ~200 cm |
| Sheet SKU system | US Queen linens | UK King linens |
| Interchangeable? | Not reliably | Not reliably |
Who is US Queen for — and who should skip it?
- Buying for a US-market frame or imported US Queen sheets
- You need the extra ~3 cm length versus UK King
Who is UK King for — and who should skip it?
- Fitting UK King divans, ottomans and UK King sheet SKUs
- Staying within UK domestic retail sizing
Frequently asked questions
Is UK King the same as US King?
No. US King is about 193 × 203 cm — much wider than UK King (150 × 200 cm) and wider than UK Super King (180 × 200 cm).