What Is a Small Double Bed?
A small double bed is the perfect middle ground between a single bed and a full double bed. At 4ft wide, it gives one person plenty of room to stretch out, and it gives two people a cosy place to sleep when space is tight. If your bedroom is too small for a standard double but a single feels too narrow, a small double is often the answer.
A small double, also called a 4ft bed, is one of the most popular bed sizes in Britain. It suits box rooms, spare rooms, guest rooms, student flats and first homes. Teenagers love the extra space, couples in smaller flats love the comfort, and landlords love how it fits rooms that a full double cannot.
We deliver every small double bed UK wide, with free delivery and pay on delivery. Small double beds in UK homes are often chosen for box rooms and guest rooms, and for UK small double bed shoppers, ordering online is simple and safe. At Kensley Home, our divan beds start from £130, and our ottoman beds start from £250. Browse the full range at our home page
How Big Is a Small Double Bed?
The question we hear most often is: how big is a small double bed? The answer is simple. The small double bed width is 120cm, which is 4ft. The small double bed measurements are 120cm wide by 190cm long, or 4ft by 6ft 3in. So a standard 4ft small double bed gives you 30cm more width than a single bed, which makes a real difference to how well you sleep.
How long is a small double bed? The standard length is 190cm, so the small double bed 190cm length is the size you will find in almost every shop. That is long enough for most adults up to about 6ft tall. If you are taller, ask us about longer options before you order.
You may also hear a small double called a 3 4 bed, short for a three-quarter bed. The name comes from the old days, when beds were sold by fractions of a full double. A 3 4 bed is simply another name for a small double, and the mattress size is the same.
Be careful with listings that describe a 4ft by 4ft bed. A real small double is 4ft wide and about 6ft 3in long, not square. If a listing says 4ft by 4ft, check the full measurements before you buy, because the seller may have written the size down wrong.
Choosing the Right Small Double Bed Frame
Looking for a new bed? Small double bed sizes suit almost every small room, but the frame you choose matters just as much as the size. The frame decides how the bed looks, how long it lasts, and whether it gives you storage. We sell beds. Small double sizes are among our most popular, and we keep small double size bed UK stock ready for fast delivery.
A small double bed frame comes in three main styles: wooden, upholstered and divan. Each one has its own strengths, and the best choice depends on your room and your budget.
A small double wooden bed frame brings natural warmth to a bedroom. A wooden small double bed suits both modern and traditional rooms, and wood is strong enough to last for years. Traditional small double bedsteads with a headboard and footboard are a classic choice, and they look lovely in a cottage or period home. If you want a lighter look, a white wooden small double bed brightens a dark room, and a white wood small double bed in a painted finish is easy to match with any bedding. A 4ft small double wooden bed frame is the same size with a solid wooden build, and a small double bed wood finish in a pale or dark stain can change the whole feel of the room.
A small double upholstered bed has a soft, padded frame covered in fabric. It feels warm to lean against when you read in bed, and it comes in colours from plain grey to rich velvet. A small double bedframe in fabric is a good choice if you want a softer, quieter look than wood. A small double 4ft bed frame in wood or fabric gives you the same size with a different style, so pick the material that matches your room.
Then there is the base. A small double bed base, usually a divan base, is a fabric-covered box that the mattress sits on. It is neat, simple and sturdy, and it keeps the bed looking tidy. See our divan beds
Low beds are worth a look too. A low small double bed sits closer to the floor, which makes a small room feel taller and more open. A small double low bed is a good choice for children, for older people who find high beds hard to climb into, and for rooms with sloping ceilings. A low bed small double style also works well in a modern, minimal bedroom.
If you love a little drama, a small double 4 poster bed adds height and character to a room. A 4 poster bed small double needs a room with a fairly high ceiling, so measure first, but in the right room it looks wonderful.
Storage: Small Double Beds That Work Harder
Storage is where a small double really earns its keep. A small double bed with storage gives you a place for spare bedding, out-of-season clothes and all the things that clutter a small room. A small double with storage can be a divan with drawers, or an ottoman bed that lifts up.
A small double lift up bed, also called an ottoman bed, lifts the whole mattress on a gas lift mechanism, so you can reach everything stored underneath. A gas lift bed small double is easy to open with one hand, and it gives you far more space than drawers. A small double bed lift up storage design is the best choice if your room has no room for a wardrobe or a chest of drawers.
A white small double bed with storage is a popular choice for guest rooms, because it looks bright and clean while hiding the spare bedding inside. See our small double ottoman beds
Colours: White, Black, Cream and Beige
Colour changes how a bed feels in a room. A white small double bed makes a small room look bigger and brighter. A white small double bed frame in a painted finish matches white furniture and light walls. A black small double bed makes a bold statement, and a black small double bed frame in a dark finish suits a modern bedroom. A cream small double bed feels soft and calm, and a small double cream bed in a warm fabric works well with wooden furniture. A small double bed cream finish is easy to dress with any colour of bedding. A beige small double bed is a safe, neutral choice, and a small double beige bed or a small double bed beige frame will match almost any decor.
Prices: Good Value Without Cutting Corners
Our cheap small double beds start from £130 for a divan bed, which is a genuine bargain for a bed that will last for years. A cheap small double bed from Kensley Home is still made to a proper standard, with a strong frame and a comfortable mattress option. When you see a small double bed sale, check what is included: our prices include free delivery, and you can pay on delivery.
If you are looking for small double beds for sale, remember that the cheapest bed is not always the best value. A bed you replace after two years costs more than a bed that lasts ten. Our small double bed for sale range covers divan beds, ottoman beds and wooden frames, so you can pick the style that suits you and still keep the price low.
Some makers also offer short small double beds in a shorter length for very tight rooms, but the standard 190cm length suits most people. Small doubles are popular because they fit where a full double cannot, and they cost less than a full double too.
Summary
A small double bed is the smart choice for a smaller bedroom. It is 4ft wide and 190cm long, it suits one person in comfort and two people at a squeeze, and it comes in wooden, upholstered, divan and ottoman styles, with or without storage. With divan beds from £130, ottoman beds from £250, free delivery and pay on delivery, a good night's sleep does not have to cost a fortune. Visit our home page to browse the range
