It is helpful to measure a mattress when you are shopping for bedding or a new mattress.A few simple tools can be used to measure a mattress.
Step 1: The sheets, blankets, and pillows on your mattress should be taken off.
When you don't have anything on your mattress, you'll get the most accurate measurement.If you have a padded mattress top on your mattress, leave it on when you do the measuring.
Step 2: To get the width, measure from the left side to the right side of the mattress.
Measure with a tape measure or fabric ruler.You should measure from the widest point on each side of the mattress.As you go, write your measurements down on a piece of paper.
Step 3: Measure from the back of the mattress to the front edge.
Measure from the furthest point out on the mattress's back and front edges.
Step 4: Measure from the bottom to the top of the mattress.
If you have a padded mattress topper, include it in your measurement for fitted sheets or comforter.Measure the height of the mattress.
Step 5: Determine what size your mattress is by using the width and length.
There are 6 standard mattress sizes: twin, twin XL, full, queen, king and California king.Knowing the size of your mattress will help you find the right one.The sizes of the mattress are based on how long it is.Twin mattresses are 75 inches long and 38 inches wide.Twin mattresses are 80 inches long and 97 inches wide.The width of a full mattress is 53 inches (130 cm) and the length is 190 cm.Queen mattresses are long and wide.The king mattress is wide by 80 inches and long.California king mattresses are wide and long.
Step 6: Measure the doorways and halls in your home.
You need to know whether the new mattress will fit through them when you bring it home.You will need to carry the mattress through the smallest door or hallway you can find.If you are moving in your new mattress, make sure to check the low-hanging light fixture.Measure the width and height of the staircases you'll use to move the mattress.
Step 7: If your mattress will fit, measure the bed frame.
The size of the bed frames can vary between manufacturers.Measure the width, height, and length of the bed frame you want to use for your mattress.If the length of your mattress is less than the width, it will not fit in the bed frame.Your mattress will be too low in the frame if the part of the bed frame is taller than the mattress.