Mattress Sizes in Canada

The Reason Behind Different Mattress Sizes

Like mattresses, people come in all shapes and sizes. As such, larger sleepers need a more substantial bed. Then there are the people who like to roll around in their sleep and need more room. It’s a similar story with shared beds, where the fact that two people sleep on the same mattress dictates its size.

It’s also worth mentioning that different countries often have different standards for mattress sizes. This is partly due to cultural reasons, but it also has to do with the way we measure things. While Europeans use the metric system, Canadians use imperial measurements.

For the purpose of this article, we’ll focus on the most common Canadian mattress sizes for adults. Let’s get into it.

• Twin/Twin XL

A twin-size bed measures 38 inches in width and 75 inches in length. Its companion, the twin XL, is somewhat at 80 inches while keeping the same width.

In contrast to the name, twin-size mattresses are meant for single sleepers. This size is most suitable for a smaller space, such as your kids’ bedroom or a small apartment. Children and adults can both use these mattresses. The XL can even accommodate taller sleepers. However, if you plan on sharing your bed, look for a bigger mattress.

• Full-Size

Full-size means that your mattress will be 53 inches wide and 75 inches long. The more substantial width means that this mattress size is suitable for a shared bed. However, some couples might find it cramped. As such, full-size beds are primarily used in smaller master bedrooms. If you’re single, though, a full-size mattress will make for a very spacious bed.

• Queen-Size

Queen-sized mattresses, at 60 by 80 inches, are the current bestseller. That’s because they’re wide enough to provide comfort for two adults while also being long enough for taller individuals. However, a queen-size bed is far from space-saving: don’t try to jam it in a smaller bedroom.

If we’re talking single sleepers, a queen-size mattress will provide all the space one might ask for. Even the fabled starfish sleeping position won’t be a problem with a bed of this size.  

• King-Size

You’ve guessed it: a king-size bed is, unsurprisingly, even larger than the last. Measuring 76 inches in width and 80 in length, this enormous mattress will provide ample room for couples who share a bed. A bed this wide allows each sleeper to have a lot of personal sleeping space. After all, it’s significantly wider than any of the other mattress sizes in Canada.

An interesting thing about a king-size mattress is that it measures exactly the same as two twin XL mattresses. This means that with a king-size bed frame, you can combine a hybrid mattress and a traditional one, for example.

• California King 

This is another colossal mattress size. It’s like a king-size mattress, only slightly longer and narrower: it measures 72 by 84 inches. Such a size is more than enough for couples who like their space.

What really sets the California king apart is the length. At 84 inches, it’s the longest of all Canadian mattress sizes. With dimensions such as those, a California king mattress can even accommodate the average basketball player. By the way, if you’re single and sleep in one of these… well, that’s just rude to the rest of us.