Choosing a new bed sounds simple until you’re standing in a furniture store staring at three different sizes wondering which one actually makes sense for your bedroom, your budget, and your lifestyle. It’s one of the most common questions we get at Finest Furniture Gosford, and honestly, it’s a great question because the wrong choice can make a bedroom feel cramped, or leave you shortchanged on sleeping space for years.
Here’s a straightforward breakdown to help you decide.
Double Bed: The Smart Starter
A double bed measures 138cm x 188cm and is the most compact of the three options. It’s a solid choice for:
- Teenagers or young adults in their first home
- Smaller bedrooms where space is genuinely limited
- Guest rooms that don’t get used every night
- Singles who want more room than a single but don’t need a full queen
The honest truth though- if you’re a couple sharing a double bed long term, it can start to feel tight. You each essentially get the width of a single bed. It works, but it’s not exactly luxurious.
Queen Bed: The Australian Sweet Spot
At 153cm x 203cm, a queen bed is by far the most popular choice across Australian homes and for good reason. It gives couples a comfortable amount of space each, fits beautifully in most standard Australian bedrooms, and doesn’t overwhelm a room the way a king can.
If you’re unsure which size to go with, a queen is almost always the right answer. It’s the perfect balance of sleeping space, room proportion, and value. The Marcus Fab Queen Bed at Finest Furniture is a brilliant example- stylish, well-built, and perfectly sized for the average Australian bedroom.
A queen works best for:
- Couples in standard sized bedrooms
- Anyone who wants generous sleeping space without dominating the room
- Master bedrooms in apartments, townhouses, and family homes
King Bed: The Ultimate Upgrade
A king bed measures 183cm x 203cm, that’s 30cm wider than a queen. If you’ve ever shared a bed with a restless sleeper, a sprawling partner, or a child who somehow takes up three quarters of the mattress, you’ll understand exactly why people choose a king.
It’s the ultimate in sleeping comfort, but it does come with one important condition- your bedroom needs to be large enough to accommodate it without the room feeling like a furniture showroom with no walking space. As a general rule, your bedroom should be at least 4 metres wide to comfortably fit a king bed with space on both sides.
A king works best for:
- Couples who want maximum sleeping space
- Larger master bedrooms
- Anyone who simply refuses to compromise on comfort
How to Measure Before You Buy
Before deciding, grab a tape measure and do this:
- Measure the full length and width of your bedroom
- Mark out the bed dimensions on the floor using tape to visualise the space
- Make sure you leave at least 60–90cm of walking space on each side of the bed
- Account for bedside tables, a tallboy, or a dresser in your measurements
This one extra step saves a lot of regret later.
Which One Should You Choose?
Here’s the simple summary- go double if space is tight or it’s a guest room, go queen if you want the ideal everyday sleeping experience for a couple, and go king if your bedroom allows it and you want the best sleep of your life.
Whatever size you choose, you’ll find a great range of bed frames across all three sizes at Finest Furniture Gosford– from fabric upholstered styles to timber frames, gas lift storage beds and complete bedroom sets, all at prices that make sense.
Visit us at 99A Donnison Street, Gosford NSW, browse online at finestfurniture.com.au, or call 0423 116 641.
FAQs
What is the difference in size between a queen and king bed?
A king bed is 30cm wider than a queen, measuring 183cm x 203cm compared to the queen’s 153cm x 203cm.
Is a queen bed big enough for two adults?
Yes, a queen bed comfortably fits two adults and is the most popular bed size in Australian homes.
What size bedroom do I need for a king bed?
A bedroom of at least 4 metres in width is recommended to fit a king bed comfortably with walking space on both sides.
Are double beds still worth buying?
Absolutely, double beds are ideal for guest rooms, smaller bedrooms, or single sleepers who want extra space.
Where can I buy affordable bed frames in Gosford?
Finest Furniture at 99A Donnison Street, Gosford stocks queen, king, and double bed frames at great prices across a range of styles.
