European Bed & Mattress Size Guide

From making sure there's enough bed to support you from top to toe, to ensuring your sleep station is the perfect fit for your bedroom, getting the right sized mattress and bed are key components of a good night's sleep. 

When it comes to finding a new mattress or a new bed, there's no substitute for doing your homework – especially if you are comparing UK and EU models. In this blog, we have put together a size guide on European beds and mattresses to give you all the measurement information you need and how UK sizes can differ. 

Are mattresses the same size in Europe?

Single, double and king size mattresses are roughly 10cm longer in Europe and the European double mattress will also give you an extra 5cm width, while the European grand king is the equivalent of the UK Super King.

So, if you are considering purchasing an EU mattress or perhaps have a European bed frame, making sure you understand the dimensions you are working with is crucial in taking a positive step towards improved and more comfortable sleep. Too big a mattress and your bed could dominate your bedroom space. Too small a mattress and you may not have enough room to stretch out, leading to decreased quality of sleep. To help you understand which mattress size would best suit you, here are the standard measurements for EU mattresses below.
 

What sizes are European beds?

Beds in Europe tend to come in four distinct sizes: single, double, king and grand king. Our mattress size guide above sets out all the dimensions you need to understand European beds. Just remember that bed frames might come up a little bit bigger than the mattress sizes, so get your measuring tape out to ensure there are no surprises when you come to search for your brand new European bed.

Are UK and EU bed sizes the same?

On the whole, European mattress sizes come up slightly bigger than their UK equivalents, meaning the bedframes will also be a little bigger to accommodate the extra mattress space. Here are a few comparison examples below.

Want to know more about UK mattresses and beds?

For more information on UK mattress sizes, take a look at our What Size Mattress blog.