HERO7-Zonen-Kaltschaum
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LITE7-Zonen-Kaltschaum
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Pro Flex KAdjustable head section
Disc Slatted Base7 zones · shoulder disc modules
Jersey100 % Baumwolle · 10 Farben
Mattress size determines how comfortably you sleep, and it's one of the most common wrong decisions when buying a bed. Buy too small and you're unconsciously cramped at night and stiff in the morning. Choose too big and you waste energy on a bed that doesn't fit the bedroom. Here's the honest overview.
Standard sizes at a glance
| Size (cm) | Name | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| 80×200 | Narrow single | Children's room, guest bed |
| 90×200 | Standard single | Adults sleeping alone |
| 100×200 | Comfort single | More space for restless sleepers |
| 120×200 | French size | One person with plenty of space |
| 140×200 | Small double | Couples in a small bedroom |
| 160×200 | Queen size | Couples with standard comfort |
| 180×200 | King size | Couples with plenty of space |
| 200×200 | Super King | Couples + children or pets |
Recommendation by number of sleepers
Single person
90×200 is the standard and is enough for most adults. If you move around a lot at night or have broader shoulders, you'll be noticeably more comfortable with 100×200 or 120×200.
Couple
160×200 is the most common compromise: comfortable enough and fits in a standard bedroom. 180×200 is the more honest recommendation, because each person then has the space of a single sleeper. With 140×200, two adults share the width of a 70 cm mattress each, which is tight, especially for side sleepers.
Family / co-sleeping
If you take the kids or the dog into bed with you: 200×200 or two separate 140×200 side by side.
Recommendation by height
The standard length is 200 cm. The rule of thumb: your mattress should be at least 20 cm longer than you are.
| Height | Recommended mattress length |
|---|---|
| up to 1.80 m | 200 cm (standard) |
| 1.81 to 1.90 m | 210 cm |
| over 1.90 m | 220 cm |
If you're 1.90 m tall and sleep on a 200 cm mattress, your feet will hit the foot end at night or you'll slide up so far that your pillow falls off. 210 cm is a must here, not a luxury.
Double bed: one large mattress or two singles?
With 180×200 you have the choice: one double mattress or two 90×200 single mattresses side by side. Both have advantages and disadvantages.
- One double mattress: no dividing line in the middle, more comfortable for cuddling, one shared firmness level required
- Two single mattresses: each person can choose their own firmness level, motion isolation if your sleep rhythms differ, easier to turn, washable separately
If you share a bed with someone of a different weight or sleep rhythm, two single mattresses are clearly the better choice. A topper over both covers the gap in the middle.
What to look out for with the bed frame
The mattress size isn't the outer dimension of the bed, it's the inner dimension. A "180 bed" often has an outer width of 200 cm and a lying surface of 180 cm. Before buying a mattress, measure the slatted base frame, not the edges of the bed.
With box spring beds, the size is usually clear (180×200 = 180×200 lying surface); with classic bed frames with drawers or upholstery, take care.
Common mistakes when choosing a size
- Bought too small: usually to save space. Result: your shoulder hangs over the edge and you wake up stiff.
- Too short: height underestimated, feet hit the foot end.
- Too big for the bed frame: the mattress doesn't fit on the slatted base, overhangs or bulges.
- Double mattress without checking your needs: for couples with different firmness preferences, two single mattresses are the better choice.
BeSports sizes
All BeSports mattresses are available in the common standard sizes. For special sizes (210 cm length, extra widths), just ask us, we can usually make them to order. Matching slatted bed bases are available in the same range of sizes.
