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A small double bed is 120 cm wide and 190 cm long, which is 4ft by 6ft3 or 48 x 75 inches. It's the same length as a single and a double, 30 cm wider than a single and 15 cm narrower than a standard double. You'll also see it called a 4ft bed or a three-quarter bed.
| Size | Width | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Single | 90 cm (3ft) | 190 cm |
| Small double | 120 cm (4ft) | 190 cm |
| Double | 135 cm (4ft6) | 190 cm |
| Our small double frame footprint | about 127 cm (50 in) | about 208 cm (82 in) |
Who is a small double bed for?
One adult who wants more room than a single, a teenager, or a guest room that gets the odd couple. It's the bed we'd point most people towards for a box room or a narrow second bedroom, because it gives a single sleeper a third more width without the full footprint of a double.
Can two adults sleep on a small double?
For a weekend, yes. Every night, most couples find it tight: 120 cm split two ways is 60 cm each, narrower than a single mattress. If you're buying for two adults, a standard double is the realistic minimum.
Beds from our range for this
What bedding fits a small double?
Small double fitted sheets (120 x 190 cm) are sold by most bedding shops, though the choice is smaller than for doubles. A standard double duvet works well on a small double and hangs a little lower at the sides. Avoid double fitted sheets; they bunch up.
What's the best storage bed for a small double?
If the bed goes against a wall, an ottoman that lifts from the side you can reach, or a divan with two drawers on the open side. Both keep the whole footprint useful. Our Side Lift Ottoman Divan Base Bed is made in small double and suits a bed tucked in an alcove, where an end lift has no room to open.
Browse the full Divan Ottoman Beds range. Every bed is handmade to order in our UK workshop, with free UK delivery in 5 to 7 working days.
Frequently asked questions
Is a small double the same as a 4ft bed?
Yes. A small double is 4ft (120 cm) wide. A 4ft6 bed is a standard double.
Will double sheets fit a small double?
A double duvet and duvet cover fit well. Double fitted sheets are 15 cm too wide and will bunch; buy small double fitted sheets.
How long is a small double ottoman bed?
The mattress area is 190 cm (75 inches). With a headboard, our small double frames take up about 82 inches (208 cm) of floor.
Is a small double cheaper than a double?
Prices step up with size. Pick the size on any product page to see the exact figure, and choose on room size first.
What size mattress does a small double need?
A 120 x 190 cm small double mattress. We make all our mattresses in small double.
