A standard double bed is about 135–137 cm wide and 189–190 cm long.

Because you asked in a blog/post format, here’s a quick, SEO‑friendly breakdown.

What size is a double bed in cm?

For most modern “standard double” mattresses, you’ll usually see:

  • 135 cm x 190 cm (often used in the UK and many retailers).
  • Sometimes rounded or listed as 137 cm x 190 cm (137.16 cm x 190.5 cm ≈ 54" x 75").

So if you’re measuring a room or buying bedding, planning for 135–137 cm wide by 190 cm long is safe in most cases.

Quick Scoop

  • Width: Around 135–137 cm.
  • Length: Around 189–190 cm.
  • Also called: “Full” in North America (same 54" x 75" size ≈ 137 x 190 cm).

Think of a double bed as roughly 1.4 m wide and just under 2 m long , comfy for one person with extra space or a cosy fit for two.

Regional variations (mini‑section)

Different regions sometimes tweak the size slightly:

  • UK standard double: 135 cm x 190 cm.
  • Common “double/full” in North America: 137 x 190 cm (54" x 75").
  • European “double” or similar sizes: can be 140 x 200 cm, 150 x 200 cm, or 160 x 200 cm, but these are often labelled differently (e.g., “queen” or “king”).

If you’re shopping online, always check the exact centimetre measurements in the product description, not just the “double” label.

Tiny forum‑style FAQ

Q: Will double bed size always be 135 x 190 cm?
A: Not always—some brands use 137 x 190 cm, and European sizes can be wider or longer; the name “double” isn’t 100% universal.

Q: Is a “small double” the same as a double?
A: No. A small double in the UK is usually about 120 x 190 cm, narrower than a standard double.

Q: Is a queen bigger than a double?
A: Yes. A typical queen is about 150–160 x 200 cm, so it’s wider and longer than a standard double.

HTML table for quick reference

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  <thead>
    <tr>
      <th>Bed label</th>
      <th>Typical size (cm)</th>
      <th>Notes</th>
    </tr>
  </thead>
  <tbody>
    <tr>
      <td>Small double (UK)</td>
      <td>120 x 190</td>
      <td>Narrower than a standard double.[web:1][web:7]</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>Standard double (UK)</td>
      <td>135 x 190</td>
      <td>Most common “double” size in the UK.[web:5][web:7]</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>Double / Full (US/Canada)</td>
      <td>≈137 x 190</td>
      <td>54&quot; x 75&quot; converted to cm.[web:1][web:3]</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>European double (example)</td>
      <td>140 x 200</td>
      <td>Common wider European double size.[web:1][web:7]</td>
    </tr>
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TL;DR: A double bed is usually around 135–137 cm wide and 189–190 cm long ; check the product’s centimetre measurements because “double” can vary slightly by country and brand.

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