When it comes to king-size beds for couples, size most definitely matters. If your bed is too small then you better hope that both you and your partner are snugglers, otherwise, those duvet battles are going to be epic!
You’ll need to take into account the size of your bedroom, how tall you and your partner are, and how you want to position your bed. Let’s break that down a little bit:
Will a king-size bed fit in your bedroom?
A king-size bed is exactly what you’d expect – big! So if your bedroom is small, full of awkward nooks and crannies, a weird shape, or just about big enough to get a bed in as long as you don’t mind putting the wardrobe in the hallway, then you’re going to need to downsize your expectations.
King-size beds come in a range of sizes, depending on where they’ve come from. A UK king size measures 5ft wide by 6ft 6” long, a super king is 6ft by 6ft 6”, and an EU king size bed is 5ft 3” by 6ft 6”. You can also get custom length king size beds:
- Short King 5ft x 5ft 9”
- Short 5ft x 6ft
- Short King 5ft x 6ft 3”
- Short Super King 6ft x 6ft 3”
So even if your new love nest is a little bit cramped, you should still be able to squeeze a king-size bed in to fit.
Will a king-size bed affect feng shui in your bedroom?
There may be only a couple of spots in your room where you can realistically put your bed without it becoming an obstacle rather than a feature. Most people feel uncomfortable if the door into the room is behind their headboard, and too close to a window can also put you in direct line of draughts.
The size of the bed you choose will also depend on how much space you have in your room. Remember that doors open inwards (usually!) so leave enough space for doors to swing in without hitting the corner of the bed.
Finding bedding for your king-size bed
If you can’t get comfortable, then you can’t get a decent night’s sleep. Whether that’s flat on your back, curled up on your side, or ‘starfishing’, you and your partner both need some room to spread out and relax. Pick the right king size bed and you’ll both have space to get a good night sleep.
Just don’t forget to pick a duvet that’s bigger than your bed, otherwise, you could end up fighting over the covers or letting chilly draughts creep in and spoil your snuggles!