UK bed sizes
Double bed size UK
A UK Double bed is 135 × 190 cm. That is about 53.1 × 74.8 inches, and shops call it 4ft 6 by 6ft 3. These are mattress sizes. Bed frames and headboards can add extra centimetres, so measure the full frame before you buy.
- Centimetres
- 135 × 190 cm
- Inches
- 53.1 × 74.8 in
- Shop name
- 4ft 6 × 6ft 3
- Mattress area
- 2.56 m²
Who is a Double bed for?
A Double is often shared by two people. Each person then gets 67.5 cm of width, which is less than a Single’s 90 cm.
How much room do you need for a Double bed?
Leave about 50–60 cm to walk beside the bed and at the foot if your room allows. That is a useful target, not a rule.
| Layout | Room width | Room length |
|---|---|---|
| Both sides free | 235–255 cm | 240–250 cm |
| One side against a wall | 185–195 cm | 240–250 cm |
Add the extra size of the frame and headboard. Divan bases are usually close to the mattress size; wooden bedsteads, sleigh beds and wide headboards are bigger. Try the bed room planner with your own numbers.
How does a Double compare with other UK sizes?
| UK size | Centimetres | Width vs Double | Length vs Double |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small Single | 75 × 190 | −60 cm | — |
| Single | 90 × 190 | −45 cm | — |
| Small Double | 120 × 190 | −15 cm | — |
| Double | 135 × 190 | — | — |
| King | 150 × 200 | +15 cm | +10 cm |
| Super King | 180 × 200 | +45 cm | +10 cm |
| Emperor (common) | 200 × 200 | +65 cm | +10 cm |
Is a UK Double the same as EU or US sizes?
- EU / IKEA Double: 140 × 200 cm. Width is 5 cm more; length is 10 cm more.
- US Full: about 137 × 191 cm. Width is 2 cm more; length is 1 cm more.
Read more in UK vs EU bed sizes and US mattress sizes.
What sheets and bedding fit?
Buy UK Double sheets, cut for 135 × 190 cm. Match the fitted sheet pocket to your mattress depth. Duvets are often cut larger so they hang over the sides. See UK fitted sheet sizes and the mattress depth guide.
Will it fit up the stairs?
Measure doorways, stair width and tight turns before delivery day. Traditional spring mattresses should not be folded. Try the delivery fit checker, or read bed footprint and delivery access.
Where can you buy a Double bed?
Each bed type page lists verified UK makers and shops, so you can compare prices: ottoman beds, divan beds, pocket sprung mattresses and every type.
Frequently asked questions
How big is a Double bed in the UK?
A UK Double mattress is 135 × 190 cm, about 53.1 × 74.8 inches. Shops call it a 4ft 6 bed. The frame can be larger than the mattress.
How much room do I need for a Double bed?
Leave about 50–60 cm to walk beside the bed and at the foot if you can. With both sides free, that is roughly 235–255 cm wide and 240–250 cm long, plus any extra frame size.
How much space does each person get in a Double bed?
Two people sharing a Double get 67.5 cm of width each. A UK Single is 90 cm wide, for comparison.
Will an EU / IKEA Double mattress fit a UK Double bed?
Not exactly. An EU / IKEA Double mattress is 140 × 200 cm. Its width is 5 cm more and its length is 10 cm more than a UK Double. Buy the mattress for the frame you have.
Is a US Full the same as a UK Double?
No. A US Full is about 137 × 191 cm. Its width is 2 cm more and its length is 1 cm more than a UK Double (135 × 190 cm).
What size sheets fit a Double mattress?
Buy UK Double sheets, cut for 135 × 190 cm. Then match the fitted sheet pocket depth to your mattress depth, including any topper.
Every size in one table: UK bed sizes chart.
Last updated 2026-10-21.