Super King Beds: Does Size Really Matter?

When was the last time you were rudely awoken by a swift elbow to the ribs? If your answer is less than a week ago, you are probably here for a reason. There’s nothing quite like snuggling up to someone in bed, ready for a cosy night in. But when it’s paired with flailing arms and legs and the odd black eye - the moment can quickly pass.

If you’ve come to the realisation that you need more room, super king beds are your most spacious option in the UK. While you could splash out on a bespoke frame that’s as wide as your bedroom, it’s going to be extremely pricey and probably a right pain to squeeze through the door!

Not to mention the trouble you'll have finding a mattress to fit…

So let’s take a look at the luxury of these larger sleeping options and if the size and comfort you get with them are worth the investment.

Standard UK Bed Sizes

Before we jump right into the big guns, let’s compare the sizes of other standard mattresses in the UK. What you go for will usually depend on the size of your home and whether you’re sleeping alone or not.

Small Single

This one measures up at 190cm long by 75cm wide.

You’ll usually find them in children’s rooms or making do as a guest bed in smaller properties. Especially if you’re looking to maximise floor space - this option could be the ticket.

Standard Single

Similar to above, the measurement here still sits at 190cm long. However, you’ll have a bit more room to spread out with an extra 15cm on the width of the frame - coming to 90cm.

These are a classic option for students or single adults with less space to work with. They can be perfectly comfortable and allow for different sleeping positions without encroaching into the room as much as a double bed.

Dimensions: 3'0" x 6'3" (90cm x 190cm)

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Small Double

You’ve guessed it, each of these sizes comes in a standard measurement and one that is not quite as wide. While the length remains 190cm, a small double only gives you 120cm of width.

Even with two smaller adults, it can be a real squeeze and doesn’t give you much wiggle room (literally).

Dimensions: 4'0" x 6'3" (120cm x 190cm)

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Standard Double

You’ll usually find these beds in B&B’s or hotels on the lower end of the star-rating system. They give you ample space at 135cm wide, but maybe just for a night or two.

Some students or single adults may upgrade to a standard double for a more luxurious feel that offers more than enough room to relax. And even for couples, you now have just over 2.2ft each to play with. But if that’s still not enough - let’s take a look at the big ones!

Dimensions: 4'6" x 6'3" (135cm x 190cm)

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Kingsize Beds

Once you move away from the singles and doubles, not only do you make your way up to 150cm in width, but you gain an extra 10cm of length too.

Very tall people will benefit greatly from these extra inches and you now have plenty of space to get cosy without waking up your other half with cold feet or an accidental elbow in the face…

Dimensions: 5'0" x 6'6" (150cm x 200cm)

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Super Kingsize Beds

With your already whopping 6.6ft of length, the width of this bed doesn’t just jump up a few centimetres like previously. You’ve now got 180cm across.

This makes it almost as wide as it is long - giving couples the ultimate space for starfish sleeping positions and the ability to avoid each other like wildfire in the summer heat! Space means a lot here, but what else could we get out of these huge mattresses?

Dimensions: 6'0" x 6'6" (180cm x 200cm)

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Benefits Of Super King Beds

It goes without saying that most of us would opt for the biggest, most spacious frame and mattress out there if we could. But why? What is it about them that is just so appealing? Does size really matter or is it more important to have a soft, supportive and comfy mattress? Let’s find out what benefits you could receive from going big.

Family Time Is A-Go

Our beds are still becoming spaces where we can all get together and share a relaxing hour or two. Even at Christmas time, many kids will run to their parents with stockings and make the most of the cosy atmosphere before moving to the sofa.

Super kingsize beds certainly out-do any other in this department. Gone are the days of banishing mum and dad to the outskirts of the chilly mattress. The extra room in both length and width will cater to more people and means you’re always ready to welcome the kids (or dogs!) for Sunday morning snuggles.

Fit For A King

If you’re lucky enough to have the problem of trying to fill large rooms - small furniture can look out of place. While you don’t want to clutter the home, it is important to remember that your units and beds will need to be proportionate to the size of the floor plan.

A big super king bed will make a real statement piece and will fill much more of the space than a standard double. This means your eye is drawn towards the centre, rather than to all the odd bits and bobs lying around.

This will enable you to create a warm and intimate atmosphere - making an otherwise uninviting space feel much more homely. We know it’s probably not that hard to convince you to wrap up and drift off, but an appealing bedroom will make the process of falling asleep much nicer too. Even after a stressful day.

Better Blood Flow

The feeling of having to curl up tightly and trying not to change positions too often is one that can leave you achy and sore the next day. When you contort yourself, it can put unnecessary pressure on your joints and restrict blood flow to some areas.

The more space you have with a super king bed - the more you are able to stretch out and lie flat. So next time you wake up with a dead arm or painful pins and needles - it could be a sign that you need to upgrade.

Having more room is overall better for your body as you can unconsciously move into better positions throughout the night that offer more support. With single or small double beds, you are limited to where you can go and how your back can be positioned.

Handy Storage Space

Ottoman or divan beds are great. They maximise your storage and can work perfectly in small rooms where things need to be hidden away. This also means that the bigger the bed - the more storage space you will have underneath.

So a super kingsize bed could be ideal if you’re looking for practical ways to increase the space in your room and need better locations to keep extra furnishings tucked away. You can learn more about ottoman beds in our other blog and see which one may fit best in your home.

Comfortable Recovery

As kids, we might find ourselves suffering from bumps and bruises or even the occasional broken bone. And as we get older, aches, pains and injuries can be harder to recover from. The comfort of your own home is all anyone wishes for when on the road to recovery, so a super king bed is perfect for aiding this and letting you catch those all-important Z's.

They provide all the room you could want for elevating legs, stretching out or lying flat on your back. A single bed or even a small double doesn’t give you quite the same ability to relax and remain in a supported position.

Making this investment to improve your rest and have more space can speed up the process and ensure you are as comfortable as possible in the meantime. Furthermore, better support, in general, will help to make sure you aren’t suffering long term from any stiffness or numbness caused by contorting your body in a small bed.

So, Does Size Matter?

Our advice is always to take the option that ticks as many boxes as possible. If you are working with smaller rooms and lacking on budget - opting for a smaller frame might be more sensible.

But if you have the room available and want to make a statement with a bold centrepiece - super kingsize beds definitely take the bacon! For couples, they can seem like the obvious choice, but single adults and children who don’t necessarily need that extra room can benefit just as well from single and double beds.

If you’re struggling to make a decision and need a bit of guidance, get in touch with our team at Bae Beds today for more information or check our size guide.

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