Choosing a bed for a small bedroom is a balance between sleeping comfort and leaving room to move. Here is a simple UK guide.
UK bed sizes at a glance
- Single (3ft): 90 x 190 cm — children’s rooms and box rooms.
- Small Double (4ft): 120 x 190 cm — more room for a single adult.
- Double (4ft6): 135 x 190 cm — the UK standard for couples.
- King (5ft): 150 x 200 cm — needs a more generous room.
See our full bed size guide for exact dimensions.
How much space around the bed?
Aim for at least 60–75 cm of walking space on one side. Measure your room and mark the bed footprint with tape before you buy.
Maximise space with storage
In a small room a storage bed is invaluable. An ottoman bed uses the whole area under the mattress with no side clearance, while a divan bed with drawers keeps essentials close — both remove the need for a separate chest of drawers.
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