What Mattress Size Do You Need?

Since people come in all different sizes, weights, and heights, it makes sense that mattresses should too! From toddler beds to California Kings, size does matter when it comes to the quality of your sleep. But how do you know what size you need and what could help you get the night’s sleep you deserve? 

Let’s break down the various mattress sizes and when they work best for your sleeping style. 

Mattress Sizes

From smallest to largest:

• Toddler
• Twin/TwinXL
• Full
• Queen
• King/California King

Toddler Mattress

Toddler mattresses often serve a purpose for a short period during a child’s young life, after they have outgrown a crib and just before they transition to a twin-sized bed. These “bite-sized” mattresses give just enough room for one baby or toddler. A toddler mattress can be removed from the crib and placed in a low toddler bed to extend its lifespan. Parents can expect to use this mattress for approximately four years, depending on their child’s height and weight.

Toddler mattresses are perfectly sized for a small person who may feel more comfortable in a smaller-sized bed but has outgrown the weight and height requirements of a traditional crib. This size bed saves room in a child’s bedroom and enables them to sleep independently without the enclosure of a crib. 

Twin Mattress

Twin-sized mattresses come in regular length and extra long. Often, families choose the regular length as they are sized better for a modern bedroom. This size can accommodate people from a young age through adulthood and is commonly chosen due to its convenience for small bedrooms or spaces. Also, one of the most affordable mattresses, twin-sized mattresses, are great for people on a budget. 

Extra-long twin mattresses are typically found in college dorms or bedrooms where a sleeper requires additional length on their bed. If your teen feels cramped in a typical twin, this is a great choice, as it provides just that little bit of extra length for bodies without adding width that could make a small bedroom feel crowded. A reminder that XL twin mattresses require the purchase of fitted and flat sheets that will accommodate the uncommon size. 

Full Mattress

This mattress is the same height as a twin but is wider. Therefore, it’s great for anyone who likes a more luxurious stretching space when sleeping. This is also an excellent choice for young adults who want a bigger bed but don’t want a queen to take up too much space in their apartment.

Queen Mattress

Queen mattresses are as tall as a twin XL and broader than a full, making them the perfect mattress for couples or anyone who just wants some room to roll around. It’s more affordable than a king and is an excellent starter mattress for couples. Some sleepers consider this size the “Goldilocks” of mattresses, as it fits most moderately sized bedrooms and provides ample room for couples without having them crowd each other during sleep.

King Mattress

This mammoth of a bed is the ideal compromise for couples who continue to fight about rubbing elbows during sleep. If you like to cuddle but not all night long, this bed provides opportunities for closeness while still giving each partner ample space to stretch their limbs. This is also the classic size for a family bed, perfect for nursing a baby and still having room for pets at the end of the bed. 

California King mattresses are a unique option for sleepers who like a big bed. This mattress is taller than the queen, king, and twin XL, but slightly narrower than the king. The California king is good for the tallest individuals. It’s often a challenge to find sheets in this size since it’s not a common size, but you are likely to find them online.

At Gardner Mattress, we offer the most popular mattress sizes: twin, full, queen, and king. We’ve been crafting organic, American-made mattresses since 1933 and understand what makes for a good night’s sleep. If you have any more questions about our products, please contact us today by calling 1-800-564-2736.