Mattress and mattress pad depths

 Mattress Depths

Are you planning on buying either a Pillow Top or an Extra Deep mattress? Their popularity has increased in the last few years and they are becoming increasingly very common. When selecting your sheets and mattress pads, it is important to know the depth of your mattress.

Below are some dimensions for you to use as a guide: 

If it is a Standard mattress it should be:

7 to 9 inches

If it is a Deep mattress it should be:

10 to 15 inches

An Extra Deep mattress should be:

15 inches to as high as 22 inches

 

Mattress Pad Depths
Okay so now you have determined the depth of your mattress and you want to select the proper depth mattress pad. 

Below you will find some approximate depths to follow: 

Standard

7 to 14 1/2 inches

Deep

Up to 15 inches

Extra Deep

16 to 22 inches

Sheet Sizes

The following measurements are for fitted sheets only and will ensure a proper fit. The top or flat sheet dimension is designed to be tucked under the mattress and is not meant to be sized to the exact specifications of your mattress.  It is more important for a good night’s sleep to have the fitted sheet sized right - so it doesn’t move during the night.

Twin

39 x 76 inches

Twin X-Long (if you can find them)

39 x 80 inches

Full

54 x 75 inches

Queen

60 x 80 inches

King

78 x 80 inches

Cal-King

72 x 84 inches

Comforter sizes

When you are looking for a comforter for your bed you need to know that some manufacturers can run slightly smaller or others may produce "oversized" comforters.  

The following dimensions can serve as a basic guide:

Twin

68 x 86 inches

Full

80 x 90 inches

Full/Queen

88 x 88 inches

Queen

86 x 94 inches

King

110 x 96 inches

Don’t go crazy looking for California King Comforters or Twin X-Long - they don't make them. You need to get a King or Twin size accordingly. If you are looking for Full or Queen Sizes, some manufacturers make comforters in both Full and Queen Sizes, while others will offer a Full/Queen size, which fits both mattresses.

Common bed sizes

Do you often wonder what do they mean by “common bed sizes”?   Is there even a size that is ‘common”?  Maybe not sure what size bed you have?  Do you know if a Full Size sheet will fit your Double Bed?

Below is a compilation of bed and bedding sizes.  It has the measurements of different sized beds so that you will be able to find the size that will fit your room or even a mattress that will fit your bed.

Common Bed Sizes

Twin

The smallest of all the mattresses; it’s meant for one person. At 39 x 76 inches it is a compact bed which is often used in guest rooms, however, twin size mattresses are also typically used for children today. 

Twin X-Long

Twin mattresses also come in an extra long version that is sometimes shows as Twin XL.  Although it is longer than the standard Twin; the width is the same. These mattresses are typically found most commonly in college dorm rooms. Because of their unusual size - 39 x 80 inches – it is often difficult to find bed linen for these beds.

Full

Also referred to as a Double Bed but at 54 x 75 inches it is barely wide enough for 2 people. It can sleep two and is shorter in length than its larger cousin, the Queen size.  

Queen

The Queen is the most popular choice but still is not long enough for taller people. The Queen – at 60 x 80 inches - sleeps two and is both wider and longer than a Full sized mattress. 

King

The King – at 78 x 80 inches – is the largest, most luxurious sized mattress. Driven by spacious master bedrooms and interior design, this size mattress is finding a place in more households.  It is a good buying option if the Queen size is too small

Cal-King

The largest mattress – at 72 x 84 inches - the California King mattress is a large luxury size like the King however it is narrower and longer. And yes, it is found most commonly in the State of California.