What Is a Double Mattress?
A double mattress is the standard mattress for two people sleeping together. It is wide enough for a couple to sleep without crowding each other, and it is the most common mattress size in British homes. A double bed mattress is the same thing: the mattress that fits a double bed frame, which is 4ft6 wide.
At Kensley Home, our mattresses start from £170, with free delivery and pay on delivery on every order. Whether you need a mattress on its own or a bed with a mattress included, you can browse the range at our home page
Double Mattress Sizes: Standard, Small Double and European
The standard double mattress size is 135cm wide by 190cm long, which is 4ft6 by 6ft3. A standard double mattress in the UK is 135cm wide, and that size fits almost every double bed frame sold in this country. Always check the double bed size with mattress measurements before you order a frame, because a mattress that is even a few centimetres out will not sit properly.
A small double is a little narrower. The small double mattress size is 120cm wide by 190cm long, which is 4ft by 6ft3. If you buy a double mattress by mistake for a small double bed, it will overhang the frame, so measure your bed before you order.
European sizes are different again. A european double mattress is usually 140cm wide by 200cm long, which is wider and longer than a British double. The european double mattress size of 140cm by 200cm is common in France, Germany and Spain, and the eu double mattress size is the same 140cm by 200cm. An eu double mattress will not fit a British double frame, so if you are shopping for a european double mattress UK stock, check the size in centimetres, not just the name.
Memory Foam, Pocket Sprung and Hybrid: Which Type Suits You?
There are three main types of double mattress, and the best one depends on how you sleep.
A memory foam mattress double is made from a foam that softens with your body heat and moulds around your shape. Memory foam spreads your weight evenly, which takes pressure off your shoulders and hips. A foam mattress double is light, quiet and good for people who sleep on their side. Our double mattress foam options include pure foam and hybrid models, and a mattress memory foam double is a good choice if you want a mattress that feels soft and hugging rather than bouncy. When you shop for a double bed mattress, memory foam is the first type most people try, and a memory foam double bed mattress moulds around your body while still supporting your back.
A pocket sprung mattress is built from hundreds of individual springs, and pocket sprung means each spring sits in its own fabric pocket so it moves on its own. That stops movement travelling across the bed, so if your partner turns over, you feel it far less. A double sprung mattress with pocket springs is the classic choice for couples. Our 1000 pocket sprung mattress double has one thousand pocket springs, and a 1000 pocket sprung double mattress gives firm, even support across the whole surface. A double mattress sprung with pocket springs suits sleepers who like a mattress that feels supportive and springy rather than sinking.
A hybrid mattress combines pocket springs with a layer of memory foam on top. It gives you the support of springs and the comfort of foam in one mattress. A small double hybrid mattress is a good choice if you cannot decide between foam and springs, because it gives you a little of both.
Firm, Medium or Soft: How to Choose the Feel
Mattresses are sold as firm, medium or soft, and the right feel depends on your weight and how you sleep. A firm double mattress suits people who sleep on their back or front, and anyone who likes a mattress that holds its shape. A hard double mattress is the firmest choice of all, and it suits heavier sleepers who need strong support.
A medium firm double mattress is the most popular choice, because it suits most people. A medium double mattress gives support without feeling hard, and a medium mattress double is a safe choice if you are buying for a guest room. A soft double mattress suits lighter sleepers and people who sleep on their side, because it lets the shoulders and hips sink in a little.
There is no single best double mattress for everyone. The best double mattress is the one that matches your body and your sleeping position, so think about how you sleep before you buy. An affordable double mattress does not have to be a bad mattress: our mattresses start from £170, and a well-made mattress at that price can last for years.
Buying a Bed With a Mattress Included
Many shoppers want a bed and mattress together, because it saves time and often saves money. A double bed with mattress included means you get the frame and the mattress in one order, with one delivery. A bed with double mattress included is the simplest way to furnish a spare room or a first home.
A double bed frame and mattress set is the same idea: the frame and mattress sold as a pair. A memory foam mattress double bed bundle, with frame and mattress together, is often the best value, because you get a matched pair at one price. A double bed frame and mattress package lets you match the size exactly, and a double bed frame with mattress included avoids the worry of buying the wrong size. A double bedframe and mattress set is worth looking at if you want everything sorted in one go.
Ottoman beds are a popular choice with a mattress included. A double ottoman bed with mattress gives you a bed and a mattress plus a huge storage space under the mattress, which lifts up on a gas lift. A gas lift double bed with mattress is easy to open, and the storage underneath holds spare bedding, clothes and shoes. Look out for double ottoman bed with mattress deals, which bundle the bed and mattress at a lower price than buying them apart. A double ottoman bed with mattress included is a good deal for a small room, and a double ottoman bed mattress can be memory foam, pocket sprung or hybrid.
Small double beds are often sold with a mattress too. A small double bed with mattress is 4ft wide, and a small double bed with mattress included is the simplest way to furnish a box room. A 4ft small double bed with mattress fits rooms that a full double cannot, and a small double bed with mattress and storage adds drawers or a lift-up base as well. A small double divan bed with mattress is a neat, tidy option, and a small double divan with mattress and a headboard finishes the look. For the lowest price, look for the cheapest small double bed with mattress in our range, and a 4ft small double divan bed with mattress is often the best value of all. A small double divan bed with mattress and headboard gives you the bed, the mattress and the headboard in one order.
Small double ottoman beds are worth a look too. A small double ottoman bed with mattress lifts up to reveal storage underneath, and a small double ottoman bed and mattress bundle saves you buying them separately. Look for small double ottoman bed with mattress deals if you want the best price, and a small double bed ottoman with mattress in memory foam is a popular choice. An ottoman small double beds with mattress range covers divan and ottoman styles, and an ottoman bed small double with mattress is a smart buy for a small room. An ottoman small double bed with mattress is easy to order, and a small double with mattress in any style can be delivered free to your door.
If you like a dark frame, a black double bed with mattress looks smart in a modern room, and a black double bed and mattress set matches dark furniture and grey walls. If you prefer a lighter look, a cream double bed and mattress set feels soft and calm, and a cream double bed with mattress in a pale fabric suits a bright bedroom. A small double bed with memory foam mattress is a good choice for side sleepers, and a small double bed and memory foam mattress bundle is easy to order. A small double bed memory foam mattress can be bought on its own too, and a mattress small double memory foam is the same size as a small double foam mattress. A small double mattress memory foam model moulds around your body, and a small double foam mattress is light and easy to move.
Prices: How Much Is a Double Mattress?
The question most shoppers ask is: how much is a double mattress? At Kensley Home, our mattresses start from £170, and that includes free delivery, with pay on delivery available. If you want to buy double mattress stock online, you can order in a few clicks and we will deliver it to your door.
Look out for a double mattress sale, when prices drop further. A double bed mattress sale is a good time to buy if you can wait, and a double memory foam mattress sale often includes our most popular models. A firm double mattress sale is worth watching if you know you want a firm feel. We run a double mattress sale in the UK several times a year, and a double mattress UK wide delivery is always free.
If you only need the mattress itself, some shoppers ask for a double mattress base only, meaning just the mattress with no bed frame or headboard. We sell mattresses on their own as well as with beds, so you can buy exactly what you need. See our mattresses
For memory foam, see our memory foam mattresses
For pocket sprung, see our pocket sprung mattresses
Summary
A double mattress is 135cm wide by 190cm long, and it is the standard size for two people. A small double is 120cm wide, and a European double is 140cm by 200cm, so always check the size in centimetres before you order. Memory foam moulds around your body, pocket sprung mattresses support you with individual springs, and hybrids give you a little of both. With mattresses from £170, free delivery and pay on delivery, a good night's sleep is closer than you think. Visit our home page to browse the range
