Measurements are slightly different in other countries.
Full Mattresses
A full mattress measures 54 inches wide and 75 inches long. This size is also referred to as a double. A slightly longer version of the full mattress, called the full XL, is available from some retailers. It is 54 inches wide and 80 inches long.
Queen Mattresses
A standard queen mattress measures 60 inches wide and 80 inches long. A California queen mattress is slightly longer than the standard queen, measuring 60 inches wide and 84 inches long. A wider version of the standard queen, called the expanded or super queen, measures 66 inches wide and 80 inches long.
The Drip Cap
- Knowing the exact size of a mattress helps you pick one that fits both your body and your bedroom.
- The full is designed to accommodate two small people or one larger person, while the queen is designed for two average people.
- A standard queen mattress measures 60 inches wide and 80 inches long.