UK pillow sizes
| Pillow | Centimetres | Inches | Fits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 50 x 75 cm | 19 x 29 in | Single, double and king beds |
| Super king | 50 x 90 cm | 20 x 36 in | Super king beds |
| Square (continental) | 65 x 65 cm | 26 x 26 in | Sitting up, decoration |
| V-shaped | about 80 cm wide | about 31 in | Sitting up in bed, feeding, back support |
| Body pillow | about 40 x 140 cm | about 16 x 55 in | Side sleeping, pregnancy |
Size is length and width. What decides comfort is the height and firmness: take the pillow quiz.
UK mattress sizes
| Bed | Centimetres | Feet | Sleeps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 90 x 190 cm | 3 ft x 6 ft 3 | One adult or child |
| Small double | 120 x 190 cm | 4 ft x 6 ft 3 | One adult who likes space |
| Double | 135 x 190 cm | 4 ft 6 x 6 ft 3 | Most couples, a little snug |
| King | 150 x 200 cm | 5 ft x 6 ft 6 | Couples who want room |
| Super king | 180 x 200 cm | 6 ft x 6 ft 6 | Couples with kids or pets |
| Emperor | 200 x 200 cm | 6 ft 6 x 6 ft 6 | The biggest common size |
A UK king (150 cm) is about the width of a US queen, and a UK super king about a US king. IKEA and many European brands sell 140, 160 and 180 x 200 cm instead, so check bedding sizes before you buy. See US sizes.
UK size questions
What size is a UK king size bed?
A UK king is 150 x 200 cm (5 ft x 6 ft 6). That is smaller than a US king, which is 193 x 203 cm.
What size is a UK double bed?
A UK double is 135 x 190 cm (4 ft 6 x 6 ft 3).
How many pillows fit on a super king bed?
Two super king pillows (50 x 90 cm), or three standard ones.
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