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Difference between king and queen size beds - GwG Outlet

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Choosing the right mattress size is important for a night of comfortable sleep. You might have heard of king size and queen size beds and are probably wondering about the difference between these two.

This article compares the important differences between a queen-size bed and a king-size bed and helps you consider and decide on your next purchase. 

 


What is the difference between king-size and queen size beds?

A queen-size bed

Dimensions - a queen-sized bed is 60 inches wide and 80 inches long.

Surface area – a queen-sized bed with a surface area of around 4800 square inches.

Pros of buying a queen-sized bed- a queen-sized bed is more affordable than a king-size bed, and it is one of the most popular sizes selected by people. In addition, it is a very comfortable mattress for couples, including an infant, and can make space for three individuals. A queen-size bed is also very easy to move and therefore is comparatively portable than a king-size bed.

 A king-size bed

Dimensions - a king-size bed is 76 inches wide and 80 inches long.

Surface area – a king-size bed with a surface area of 6080 square inches.

Pros of a king-size bed – It is comparatively more spacious than a queen-size bed due to its wider dimensions. In addition, it can accommodate a couple and a growing child or a couple and a pet. a king-size bed is a must-have in large master bedrooms or spacious bedrooms.


Which is a better-sized bed, between a king and a queen-size bed?

A queen-sized bed is the most spacious one for a single person or a person who shares the bed with a baby or a pet. In addition, a queen size bed can also accommodate a couple with an infant or couples who do not require enough space to move around in the bed. As a queen size bed does not take up much space and does not cost as much as a king-size bed, you can always go for a queen-size bed.

 However, all those who require enough space around them while asleep or have enough space in the bedroom and share the bed with people of larger physic or couples who sleep with their kid or their pet should always go for a king-size bed.

On average, both king-sized and queen-sized beds can accommodate two people or a couple spaciously. However, it depends on the factors you are looking for before buying a king-size bed or a queen-size bed.



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