Are you thinking about a Double, a Full, or a Queen size bed?

Any of these sizes fit in a normal room, but many couples feel that a Full or Double bed (they’re the same thing) is definitely too narrow for anything more than an occasional night’s sleep. A Queen size bed gives each one a bit more room without taking up too much more floor space.

Double or Full beds are 15″ wider than a Twin, but if two share the bed, each has only 27″ of personal space, much less than a twin!

A Queen bed is 6″ wider than a Double bed, allowing more room for each person, but still 9″ less than a twin bed.
Now the facts on Double, Full, and Queen Beds.

Double beds (also known as Full) were the most common for two to sleep in until the 1960’s. They’re only 15″ wider than a Single bed, leaving only 27″ of sleep space for each of two adults. At 75″ long, a Full size bed may be too short for some taller adults.
Overall dimensions: 54″ wide x 75″ long
Width per person: 27″
Pros: Fits into smaller rooms. Might be just right for a single sleeper who is under 5′5″ tall. Sheets are less expensive than queen or king size.
Cons: Many people find a Double bed too narrow for 2 adults and too short as well.
Queen size beds are 21″ wider and 5″ longer than a Twin bed and 6″ wider and 5″ longer than a Double size bed. Though this extra width and length can make all the difference in getting a good night’s sleep, each adult still has 9″ less of width than if they each slept in a twin bed. A Queen bed works well for guest rooms and small master bedrooms and is a good choice for couples who like to snuggle.

Overall dimensions:60″ wide x 80″ long
Width per person: 30″
Pros: Gives 2 adults more space than a double. The extra length (5″) works well for most adults. Sheets and blankets are easy to find and cost less than king bedding.
Cons: With only 30″ of personal space for each person (only 3″ more than a Double), a Queen may be too narrow for everyday sleeping for a couple. Some bedding is sold as “Full/Queen” and doesn’t really fit either full or queen perfectly. Check bedding dimensions to be sure that it will fit comfortably. Standard size pillows or queen pillows work well.
Note: You might find a slightly larger Queen size bed called an “Olympic Queen”. Beware before you buy bedding: Standard Queen sizes may not fit correctly and you might need to cut down king-size bedding, adding a considerable cost to your purchase.