Small Double Beds
Small Double Beds For Compact Bedrooms
Small double beds, also called 4ft beds, measure 120cm x 190cm. They give one sleeper more room than a single bed while keeping a smaller footprint than a standard double.
At SoSoftBeds, the small double bed range is useful for guest rooms, apartments, starter homes, teenagers' rooms and compact bedrooms where comfort, storage and floor space all need to work hard.
120cm wide by 190cm long for a compact double sleeping area.
Ideal when a double feels too large but a single feels too narrow.
Compare ottoman, divan and storage-bed styles where available.
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What size is a small double bed?
A UK small double bed is commonly known as a 4ft bed. The mattress size is 120cm wide by 190cm long, which makes it wider than a single bed but narrower than a standard double.
It is a strong option for one adult, a guest room or a compact bedroom where you want more sleeping width without losing too much floor space. Always check the finished bed-frame footprint, as upholstery, headboards and storage bases can add to the mattress dimensions.
Small double bed styles to compare
Storage depths and weight guidance
Small double storage beds can make a compact room easier to organise. Exact internal dimensions, usable capacity, lift direction, floor type and finished bed height vary by product, so use the product page as the final source of truth.
As a broad guide from the existing V3 storage work, small double storage capacity can be up to around 836 litres where specified. Exact usable capacity varies by product, storage depth and internal construction.
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Small double bed buying guide
Is a small double bed the same as a 4ft bed?
Yes. A UK small double is commonly called a 4ft bed and uses a 120cm x 190cm mattress.
Who is a small double bed best for?
It is best for one adult, teenagers, guest rooms and compact bedrooms where a standard double takes too much floor space.
Should I choose storage?
Storage is useful if the room has limited wardrobes or drawers. Choose ottoman storage when you want one larger hidden area, or drawer storage where side clearance and regular access are more important.
What should I measure?
Measure the mattress size, finished frame footprint, headboard height, storage opening clearance, side clearance, socket positions, radiators, doors, wardrobes and the route to the room.
Shop small double beds from SoSoftBeds for compact comfort, useful storage options and 4ft bedroom style.