beds

[200748]

could somebody qualify the sizes of bed, what size is a queen size, what size is a king size. thanks

[Clanad]

Explained here

[Buenchico]

Clanad is one of the most well-respected contributors to this site and his answers are usually 'spot-on'. However, he's in the USA so it's not surprising that he's linked to a US site. If you're in the UK should be aware that UK sizes, with the same names, are generally much smaller. (Also, most UK stores don't use the term Queen size).

I only know this because I remembered a post from over a year ago, which resulted in Woofgang providing this link:
http://www.here-be-dreams.com/bedroom/bed-size s.html

You might find the whole thread interesting. Among other things, Ursula62 explained why most UK stores no longer
recognise the term 'Queen size':
http://www.theanswerbank.co.uk/Home-and-Garden /Question144129.html

Chris

[jocky]

Queen size 4'
Double 4'6"
King size 5'
Super King size 5'6"

I think

[Clanad]

Thanks for the kind words, Chris... there I go assuming some standardization! Your information is quite interesting... thanks again...

[woodchopper]

A Super King is 6ft wide - I've got one

[malpal]

I thought a 6ft bed was called Emperor size!