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Do you live by yourself, or are you squeezed into a tiny apartment with your partner? Does your growing child need a new bed?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These are all situations that favor a full-size bed, a popular pick among solo sleepers, couples who live in small spaces, and growing children. That’s because a full bed is roomier than a twin-size bed yet doesn\u2019t take up as much space as a queen-size bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But how big, exactly, is a full-size mattress, and will it work in your bedroom and your life?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Full-size mattress dimensions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Full bed dimensions ride that line between not too big and not too small. Full-size beds measure 54 x 75 inches. Standard full-size beds have the same measurements as double beds, so you’ll often see these two terms used interchangeably.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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While full XL mattresses are much less common than standard full mattresses, at times, it is possible to find this size. It measures 54 x 80 inches, making it 5 inches longer than a standard full.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Comparing full-size mattress measurements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When looking to fill a smaller bedroom, it’s important to take into consideration all of your mattress size options<\/a>. Whether you’re looking for a bed to fit your kid’s room, a guest room, or any other type of bedroom, the comparison table below will help you find the best option for your home. From full-size beds to twin xl size beds to queen-size beds, here’s what to keep in mind. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mattress Type<\/strong><\/td>Mattress Dimensions<\/strong>

<\/td>		Surface Area<\/strong>

<\/td>		Best For<\/strong>

<\/td>		Recommended Room Size<\/strong>

<\/td><\/tr>
Full-Size<\/strong>

<\/td>		54 in x 75 in

<\/td>		3,975 in\u00b2

<\/td>		– Solo sleepers
– Young adults with small spaces<\/td>		– Small primary bedroom<\/td><\/tr>
Full-Size XL<\/strong>

<\/td>		54 in x 80 in

<\/td>		4,240 in\u00b2

<\/td>		– Solo sleepers
– Taller individuals with small spaces<\/td>		– Small primary bedroom<\/td><\/tr>
Standard Twin<\/strong>

<\/td>		38 in x 75 in

<\/td>		2,850 in\u00b2

<\/td>		– Young kids
– First \u201cbig kid beds\u201d<\/td>		– Small, child-sized bedroom<\/td><\/tr>
Twin XL<\/strong>

<\/td>		38 in x 80 in

<\/td>		3,040 in\u00b2

<\/td>		– Young kids that are on the taller side
– Solo sleepers with small spaces<\/td>		– Small, child-sized bedroom<\/td><\/tr>
Standard Queen<\/strong>

<\/td>		60 in x 80 in

<\/td>		4,800 in\u00b2

<\/td>		– Couples with smaller spaces
– Solo sleepers that want more space<\/td>		– Mid-large-sized primary bedroom<\/td><\/tr>
Standard King<\/strong>

<\/td>		76 in x 80 in

<\/td>		6,080 in\u00b2

<\/td>		– Couples that want more space
– Young adults with large bedrooms<\/td>		– Large-sized primary bedroom<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Deciding if a full-size mattress is right for you<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In order to determine if a full-size mattress is right for you, consider the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n