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October 16, 2022 7 min read
Outfitting a bed can be confusing. Understanding the dimensions of your bed can help you decide what size and pieces of bedding will look best in your space. What is the difference between a full and a queen bed? How big is a California king bed? What size pillows should you put on a twin-sized bed? This article will answer all of your frequently asked questions and more regarding bed sizes, bed dimensions, and the bedding that suits them. The Fig Linens and Home blog explores the best luxury bedding for each bed, beginning with the largest, the California king-sized bed, and moving to the smallest, the twin-sized bed. From queen duvets to full-fitted sheets to king-sized pillowcases, buying bedding in the perfect size will create the most elevated look possible in your bedroom.
The California King Bed, also known as the "Western King" is a slightly longer counterpart to the traditional king bed. The California King Size Mattress clocks in at 72 inches by 80 inches making the California King the perfect bed for very tall people. Though traditionally considered "larger" the California King Mattress actually has slightly less surface area than the King Mattress (6,048 square inches vs. 6,080 square inches). Therefore, choosing between a California King and King bed comes down not to size, but to preference. California King beds may suit narrower spaces and those who prefer extra height on their bed. On the other hand, couples may prefer a traditional king or "Eastern King" bed for its width. When it comes to dressing your California King Bed, all of the above tips on King bedding apply except for the fitted sheet. Though California King Size Beds take king bedding including flat sheets, king duvets, and king coverlets, they require a specialty fitted sheet. A California King Fitted Sheet is 72 in x 84 in x 17 in. Luckily, luxury bedding brands like Matouk and Sferra include California King Fitted Sheets in all of their sheeting collections.
A full sized bed is slighter smaller than a queen bed. A full size mattress is generally 54 in x 75 in, making it slightly shorter and slightly narrower than a queen-size mattress. However, each size has pros and cons. Because of its lower price point and a smaller size that still gives room to sprawl out, full beds may be the preferred bed size for single adults. Full beds take mostly queen-sized bedding including duvets, blankets, and flat sheets. Like the California King, the only difference in bedding size is that the full bed requires a specialty Full Fitted Sheet. Luca Hemstitch sheets have a full-fitted sheet option for those sleeping on a full bed.
An extra-long twin is 38 in x 80 in. This is about 5 inches longer than an average twin. Extra-long twin mattresses are frequently used in dorm rooms, so be sure to check the dimensions of your student's college bed before moving in. When buying sheets, check the dimensions to make sure they can fit an extra long twin. Some brands, like John Robshaw sell sheets that work for both a Twin and Twin XL bed, but others like Matouk require specially fitted Twin XL sheets.
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Sophie Edwards
Sophie is the head content writer at Fig Linens and Home. She is a bedding, linens, and luxury homeware expert with an interest is the intersection of interior design with fashion, travel and culture. She has a BA in creative writing and sociology from Sarah Lawrence and an MSc from the Oxford University Department of Anthropology and Museum Ethnography.
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