Mattress Sizes in Cyprus: Dimensions, Sleeper Fit, Bed Frame Compatibility, Size Charts, Regional Differences and Special Fit Checks

Mattress sizes in Cyprus run from a 90 × 200 cm single to 140, 160, 180 and 200 cm couple widths, all 200 cm long. Sleeper count sets width, and length should exceed the tallest sleeper by 20 to 30 cm.

A mattress fits its bed base within EN 1334’s ±20 mm tolerance, and EN 716-1 caps cot gaps at 30 mm. Size charts add feet and inches, while European, UK and US ranges give one name different centimetres.

What are mattress sizes?

Mattress sizes are width-and-length categories, such as single, double, and king, that Cyprus shoppers confirm using the exact centimetres printed on each product label. The name tells you how many people the mattress suits, not its exact size.

The same name can also mean different widths in different countries. A king in the UK measures 150 × 200 cm, for example. Cyprus shops sell that size alongside wider 160 × 200 cm and 180 × 200 cm couple mattresses. To compare sizes across markets, ISO 24975:2026 sets a common measuring method.

Which dimensions define mattress sizes?

Width sets the side-to-side sleeping space, length sets the head-to-foot space, and thickness sets the mattress height above the base. Manufacturers state width before length in every size label. A 160 × 200 cm mattress measures 160 cm wide and 200 cm long. The advertised size is nominal, so a ruler measurement may differ from the label. ISO 24975:2026 sets methods for measuring mattresses, bed frames, divans and bed bases.

What do single, double, queen and king mattress size names mean?

A single is a mattress for one sleeper, a double is the standard size for two, and queen and king are wider sizes for couples who want more room. The exact width behind each name depends on the country. Queen causes the most confusion, because its meaning changes most between markets. In the UK, queen can mean a small double of 120 × 190 cm. In the US, a Queen measures 152.4 cm, about 32 cm wider.

How do mattress sizes compare for one or two sleepers?

One adult fits a single or a wider single; two adults need at least a double; couples wanting more room move to king or super king widths, and the tallest sleeper’s height sets the length. A simple test works best: two partners lying with elbows out shouldn’t touch. Sleeper count therefore sets the minimum width. For example, two adults on a 140 cm double each get 70 cm, while a 180 cm width gives each sleeper 90 cm. Length then follows height, because a mattress should exceed the tallest sleeper by 20 to 30 cm.

Which mattress size works for one adult?

A 90 × 200 cm single mattress fits one adult, and a 100-120 cm width gives a solo sleeper more room to turn. A single bed works best at 100 cm wide or more. A 90 cm width suits guest rooms and compact bedrooms. A 120 × 200 cm format suits sleepers who spread out. This extra width reduces the chance of rolling off the edge. Compact bedrooms in Cyprus apartments often favour the narrower option. Both widths use the same 200 cm length.

What size is a double mattress?

A double mattress commonly measures 140 × 200 cm in European ranges, which gives each of two adults 70 cm of sleeping width. Cyprus retailers also stock 150 × 200 cm and 152 × 192 cm formats. These formats give each sleeper 75-76 cm of width. A 180 cm double width gives couples more comfort. That width gives each sleeper 90 cm of personal space. Narrower doubles suit couples who prioritise bedroom space over width. Wider doubles suit couples who value personal sleeping room.

What size is a king size mattress?

A king-size mattress measures 150 to 180 cm wide and 200 cm long, depending on the range, and super king formats extend the width to 180 or 200 cm. The Cyprus market stocks 160 × 200 cm and 180 × 200 cm couple formats. A 200 × 200 cm format tops the widest catalogue range. A 180 cm width gives each of two sleepers 90 cm. A 150 × 200 cm UK king gives each sleeper only 75 cm. King naming therefore varies by brand and market. A 150 cm UK king leaves a 10 cm gap on a 160 cm base.

How does sleeper height affect mattress length?

A mattress should exceed the tallest sleeper's height by 20 to 30 cm, so a 200 cm mattress suits sleepers up to 180 cm tall. Standard beds in Cyprus and Europe measure 200 cm long. Some space-saving beds measure only 190 cm long. Sleepers taller than 180 cm run short on a 190 cm bed. Extra mattress width does not change head-to-foot space. Confirm the mattress length against each sleeper's height before buying. A longer mattress avoids cramped feet during sleep.

How do mattress sizes match bed frames and bedroom space?

A mattress fits when its width and length match the bed base within the recommended tolerance, and the complete bed leaves walking space in the bedroom and passes along the delivery route. Measure the bed frame's inner sleeping area before buying a mattress. ISO 24975:2026 sets the method for measuring that inner sleeping area. A mismatched base can void warranties that require a correctly sized base. Correct measurements prevent returns and exchanges after the mattress arrives.

Which bed frame measurements must match the mattress?

The bed base must match the mattress's width and length, while the outer frame adds at least 2 to 3 cm to each side of the bed's footprint. Measure the inner sleeping area, because the mattress fills only that space. Measure width and length at the slats, not at the headboard or footboard. Manufacturers can refuse warranty claims when the base misses these dimensions. 

Height matters too: slatted bases over 10 cm can lift mattresses past the rim. A mattress above the frame rim can slip sideways during sleep. Shoppers reusing a frame should therefore also measure the height of the slatted base.

How do mattress size tolerances affect fit?

Mattress size tolerances let the measured width and length differ from the nominal size by up to ±20 mm, so a 160 × 200 cm mattress can measure 158 to 162 cm wide and sit up to 2 cm tight or loose on an exact-size base. The nominal size is the advertised figure printed on the label.

The measured size is the exact dimension checked by a ruler. European manufacturers use the same ±20 mm allowance. This ±20 mm allowance means two mattresses of the same size can differ by 4 cm. Tight stacking can strain seams along the mattress edge.

How do room size and delivery access affect mattress choice?

A bedroom needs about 80 cm of clear floor space on each side of the bed, and the mattress must fit through every door, corridor, and stairwell on the delivery route. That 80 cm gives each sleeper room to get in and out of bed.

A 180 cm double bed with 80 cm per side needs a room at least 3.4 m wide. Measure the narrowest door against the mattress’s width and thickness. Check the tightest stairwell turn before scheduling delivery. Cyprus apartment stairwells with landing turns narrow the passable width for mattresses. Confirm the door and stairwell measurements with the retailer before delivery day.

What does a mattress size chart in cm, feet and inches show?

A mattress size chart lists each mattress size by width and length in centimetres, with feet and inches as converted equivalents.

The chart shows European sizes, which are made in centimetres, so the feet-and-inches figures are rounded conversions at 25.4 mm per inch. UK sizes are named in feet but made in centimetres, so the name and the real size never quite match.

A UK 4 ft 6 in double converts to 137.2 cm but measures 135 × 190 cm. A UK 5 ft king converts to 152.4 cm but measures 150 × 200 cm. US sizes are made in inches, so a US Queen at 60 × 80 in measures 152.4 × 203.2 cm. Across all three systems, trust the centimetre figure when comparing sizes.

How do European vs UK vs US mattress sizes differ?

European mattresses use a standard 200 cm length with metric widths; UK mattresses mix 190 and 200 cm lengths under names such as double and king; and US mattresses use inch-based sizes from Twin to California King. Length conventions vary the most between Europe and the UK. Width conventions vary the most between the UK and the US.

Each system's core sizes and published sources compare as follows:

• Europe: 200 cm standard length; single: 90 × 200 cm; couple: 160 × 200 cm.

• UK: Double 135 × 190 cm, king 150 × 200 cm, super king 180 × 200 cm, per the National Bed Federation.

• US: Twin XL 38 × 80 in, Queen 60 × 80 in, King 76 × 80 in, California King 72 × 84 in, per the Better Sleep Council.

UK king mattresses use a 200 cm length, as in Europe. UK doubles use a shorter 190 cm length instead. US mattresses outside California King share an 80-inch length. California King trades 4 inches of King width for 4 extra inches of length.

Size names diverge further than lengths, with queen showing the widest gap. UK retailers that use the queen label sell 120 × 190 cm small doubles as queens. A US Queen measures 60 inches (152.4 cm) wide. The two queens therefore differ by 32.4 cm in sleeping width. Both queen meanings reach Cyprus shoppers who compare imported mattresses online. Cyprus retailers also stock British import ranges beside European sizes. A size name alone therefore cannot confirm fit with a Cyprus bed frame. Cyprus shoppers should check the centimetre figures on imported product labels instead.

Expatriates moving to Cyprus face the same check with UK or US-sized bedding. Confirm local bed frame dimensions before shipping a UK or US mattress to Cyprus. A 200 cm European frame leaves a 10 cm gap beyond a 190 cm UK double. Retailers stocking all three systems should print centimetres beside every size name.

Which mattress sizes require special fit checks?

Custom-size mattresses and cot mattresses require special fit checks because each must match a specific measured frame rather than a standard adult size name. Both checks start by measuring the frame’s interior width and length. A custom mattress is then made to those exact centimetres. Antique frames, built-in frames and beds for unusually tall sleepers most often need this route.

Special sizes raise the cost of the frame, base and mattress. A cot check adds a safety limit, because the gap between the mattress and the cot sides must stay within 30 mm. Standard cots take 60 × 120 cm mattresses, while cot beds take 70 × 140 cm. The cot’s thickness mark also limits mattress depth.

When do you need a custom size mattress?

You need a custom-size mattress when the bed frame’s measured sleeping area doesn’t match any stocked mattress size. Antique and built-in frames create this mismatch when their sleeping area misses stocked sizes. Tall sleepers who need extra length face the same mismatch with stocked lengths.

In each case, measure the frame's inner width and length. Double-check the measured centimetres before ordering. The order then specifies exact centimetres rather than a familiar size label. Special sizes raise frame, base and mattress costs. Budget for these higher costs when planning a custom purchase.

What size is a cot mattress?

A cot mattress commonly measures 60 × 120 cm or 70 × 140 cm, and the gap between the mattress and the cot sides must stay within 30 mm. A 70 × 140 cm mattress suits a baby from birth. Measure the cot’s interior before selecting a mattress. Always respect the cot’s maximum mattress-thickness mark. A correctly sized mattress keeps the side gap within 30 mm.

Which mattress size should you choose after comparing dimensions and fit?

Choose the mattress size whose exact width and length suit its sleepers, match the bed base and fit the bedroom, with centimetres as the deciding measure. Sleeper count sets the mattress's minimum width. The tallest sleeper's height then sets a length 20 to 30 cm longer.

The mattress must then match the bed base within EN 1334's ±20 mm tolerance. Bedroom space and the delivery route then set the outer size limits. Size names stay unreliable because European, UK and US centimetres differ. Centimetres therefore form the one measure every check shares. Custom and cot mattresses must each match one measured frame exactly.