| Mattress Size<\/th> | King<\/th> | California King<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n |
|---|---|---|
| Width <\/td> | 76 inches<\/td> | 72 inches<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Length<\/td> | 80 inches<\/td> | 84 inches<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Total Surface Area<\/td> | 6080 square inches<\/td> | 6048 square inches<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\nWhat is a King Mattress?<\/h2>\nA king mattress, also called an Eastern king, is 76 inches wide and 80 inches long. It\u2019s the largest standard size mattress, with an overall surface area of 6080 square inches. Standard king size mattresses are the same size as two twin XL mattresses pushed together, also known as a split king mattress.<\/p>\n The standard king size bed is great for couples looking for more sleeping space. If you\u2019re a parent, you could even fit in bed with a partner and two children.<\/p>\n With Eastern king beds, you do need a large master bedroom. Your room should be at least 12 by 10 feet, though a 13 by 13 foot room may feel more balanced.<\/p>\n Pros of King Mattresses<\/h3>\nCons<\/h3>\nWhat is a California King Mattress?<\/h2>\nA California king mattress, also known as a Cal king or Western king, measures 72 by 84 inches and has a surface area of 6048 inches. California kings are the longest standard size mattress available.<\/p>\n People often mistakenly assume California king beds are the largest mattress size, especially since bed sizes are listed from smallest to biggest on mattress sites and California kings are listed after regular kings. However, based on the surface area, California kings are just a bit smaller than your standard king.<\/p>\n The extra length of California king beds makes them suitable for two tall adults over 6 feet tall. Since Cal kings are more narrow than kings, you can still sleep two adults with one or two children, though it may be a bit of a squeeze.<\/p>\n Cal king size beds fit in large master bedrooms at least 12 by 12 feet, though a bedroom size of at least 12 by 14 feet is best to accommodate the length.<\/p>\n Pros of Cal King Mattresses<\/h3>\nCons<\/h3>\nDo You Need a King or California King Size Mattress?<\/h2>\nWhen deciding between a king or California king, consider the following: your room size, the approximate costs, your height, and whether or not you share a bed.<\/p>\n Room Dimensions<\/h3>\nIn your bedroom, there should ideally be at least 2 feet of space around the three sides of the bed and bed frame, minus the side against the wall, so there\u2019s enough space to walk around and add other furniture.<\/p>\n California king beds should be in a room at least 12 feet wide and 12-14 feet long. For wider bedrooms (at least 12-13 by 10-13 feet) an Eastern king mattress is better.<\/p>\n |