How To Tell What Size Bed You Have

There are a few different ways to tell what size bed you have. The most accurate way is to measure the width and length of the mattress. However, if you don't have a measuring tape handy, there are a few other methods you can use.

Check the headboard or bed frame

Many headboards and bed frames are labeled with the size of the bed they are designed for. If you can't find a label on the headboard or bed frame, you can try measuring the width of the bed frame. The width of the bed frame will be slightly smaller than the width of the mattress, so you'll need to add a few inches to your measurement to get the correct size of the mattress.

Measure the sheets

If you have a set of sheets that fit your bed, you can use them to determine the size of your bed. Simply measure the width and length of the fitted sheet. The fitted sheet will be the same size as the mattress, so you'll have the correct measurement.

Use a tape measure

If you don't have any sheets that fit your bed, you can use a tape measure to measure the width and length of the mattress. To measure the width, simply measure from one side of the mattress to the other. To measure the length, measure from the head of the mattress to the foot of the mattress.

Compare your bed to other beds

If you're not sure what size your bed is, you can compare it to other beds. For example, if you have a bed that is longer than a twin bed but shorter than a full bed, then you have a twin XL bed.