Beddings are used every day in our lives. Purchasing bedding products is an easy task, but it is necessary to learn about their sizes and dimensions to get one that fits your bed well. There are six types of standard bed sizes, twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, and California king. Now, let’s take a quick look at the bedding sizes suitable for different bed sizes, and help you pick the best bedding sets.
Standard bedding size chart
|
Size |
Twin |
Twin XL |
Full |
Queen |
King |
California King |
|
Mattress |
39 x 75 inches |
39 x 80 inches |
54 x 75 inches |
60 x 80 inches |
76 x 80 inches |
72 x 84 inches |
|
99 x 190.5 cm |
99 x 203 cm |
127 x 190.5 cm |
152 x 203 cm |
193 x 203 cm |
182.5 x 213 cm |
|
|
Fitted Sheet |
39 x 75 inches |
39 x 80 inches |
54 x 75 inches |
60 x 80 inches |
78 x 80 inches |
72 x 84 inches |
|
99 x 190.5 cm |
99 x 203 cm |
137 x 190.5 cm |
152 x 203 cm |
198 x 203 cm |
182.5 x 213 cm |
|
|
66 x 96 inches |
66 x 102 inches |
81 x 96 inches |
90 x 102 inches |
102 x105 inches |
102 x 108 inches |
|
|
167.5 x 243.5 cm |
167.5 x 259 cm |
205.5 x 243.5 cm |
228.5 x 259 cm |
259 x 266.5 cm |
259 x 274 cm |
|
|
Duvet & Comforter |
68 x 88 inches |
68 x 92 inches |
82 x 86 inches |
88 x 88 inches |
90 x 102 inches |
96 x 102 inches |
|
172.5 x 223.5 cm |
172.5 x 233.5 cm |
208 x 218 cm |
233.5 x 223.5 cm |
228.5 x 259 cm |
243.5 x 259 cm |
|
|
Duvet Cover |
68 x 90 inches |
68 x 92 inches |
80 x 90 inches |
90 x 90 inches |
104 x 90 inches |
104 x 98 inches |
|
172.5 x 228.5 cm |
172.5 x 233.5 cm |
203 x 228.5 cm |
228.5 x 228.5 cm |
264 x 228.5 cm |
264 x 248.5 cm |
|
|
Coverlet 16” drop |
71 x 91 inches |
71 x 96 inches |
86 x 91 inches |
92 x 96 inches |
110 x 96 inches |
104 x 100 inches |
|
108 x 231 cm |
108 x 243.5 cm |
218 x 231 cm |
233.5 x 243.5 cm |
279 x 243.5 cm |
264 x 254 cm |
|
|
Quilt 21” Drop |
81 x 96 inches |
81 x 101 inches |
96 x 96 inches |
102 x 101 inches |
120 x 101 inches |
114 x 105 inches |
|
205.5 x 243.5 cm |
205.5 x 256.5 cm |
243.5 x 243.5 cm |
259 x 256.5 cm |
304.5 x 256.5 cm |
289.5 x 266.5 cm |
|
|
Pillow |
20 x 26 inches |
20 x 26 inches |
20 x 26 inches |
20 x 30 inches / 20 x 26 inches |
20 x 36 inches |
20 x 36 inches |
|
50.5 x 66 cm |
50.5 x 66 cm |
50.5 x 66 cm |
50.5 x 76 cm / 50.5 x 66 cm |
50.5 x 91 cm |
50.5 x 91 cm |
|
|
Pillow case / sham |
20 x 26 inches |
20 x 26 inches |
20 x 26 inches |
20 x 30 inches / 20 x 26 inches |
20 x 36 inches |
20 x 36 inches |
|
50.5 x 66 cm |
50.5 x 66 cm |
50.5 x 66 cm |
50.5 x 76 cm / 50.5 x 66 cm |
50.5 x 91 cm |
50.5 x 91 cm |
The chart above lists the sizes most commonly used, namely, the standard sizes. Measured manually, it might have a 1 - 2 inches difference.
How to choose a bed size?
Twin size bed: Suited for children under 12.
Twin XL bed: The most common beds in college dorms, suited for one teenager sleeper. Two twin XL size beds equal one King size bed.
Full size bed: Suited for an adult sleeper, also can be used in the guest room.
Queen size beds: Suited for most couples of average shapes or an adult favoring large space. You can also share a warm bed with your beloved pet in winter.
King size beds: Ideal for a big room, popular with couples with pets and families of three.
California king size bed: Suited for tall couples or families with children and pets, spacious enough for children, pets and adults to sleep together. It is the best choice for large families.
Comments
This post is helpful. Now I know how to choose bedding for my King bed and Queen bed in the guest room.