At Rocky Mountain Mattress we try to blog about, and post the information to the questions we hear from our customers the most. One of the questions that we hear the most frequent is - What is the Size (or actual dimensions) of a Queen Size Bed? Here is a little more insight into a Queen Mattress.
When the time comes to choose a new mattress, size options are often a key concern. The most popular mattress size in the United States is the queen mattress. Exactly what is the size of a queen mattress, though, and how does it compare to other mattress sizes?
What is the Size of a Queen Mattress?
Standard queen mattress measure about 60 inches in width by 80 inches in length. This ends up being about half a foot wider than a full mattress, and 5 inches longer. For couples, this means nearly three feet of personal space in bed. Perhaps this is why the queen mattress is the nation’s most popular and most common size. A queen mattress offers both singles and couples ample space in the bed, while not requiring the significant room space needed for a king mattress.
How Does a Queen Mattress Compare to Other Mattress Sizes?
Many people “upgrade” from a full mattress to a queen mattress, while others are often left unsure of whether or not to invest in a king mattress or a queen mattress. In terms of sheer size, the queen mattress offers 30 square inches of additional space when compared to a full mattress. Many couples find a full mattress to be a bit too snug for two people, and opt for the added room of the queen mattress.
Compared to a standard king mattress, the queen mattress is the same length as a king. However, king mattresses are 16 inches wider than a queen. While this offers additional room in bed, some people find that their bedrooms simply don’t have the space to accommodate the size of the king mattress.
Because the size of queen mattresses is standard - unlike other sizes, such as the extra-long twin or the California king - finding coverings and sheets for queen mattresses is usually quite easy.
Whether you are the proud owner of a brand new mattress or you are trying to preserve your favorite mattress for as long as you can, consider the addition of a mattress topper as a means of saving money in the long run. A mattress topper is the perfect way to preserve a brand new mattress as well as prolong an older mattress. You can find mattress toppers here at Rocky Mountain Mattress in many different styles, materials and sizes to fit your tastes and your mattress.
Mattress Topper Overview
A mattress topper is a step up from the plain mattress protector or cover which is solely used to protect the mattress from spills or stains. A mattress topper is a product that has been created to not only to protect your mattress in the same way as a mattress cover but to provide that extra level of comfort as well. It is a great solution for people who are experiencing a little discomfort with their current mattress. You no longer have to run out and spend a lot of money on a new mattress, you can simply invest in a mattress topper to provide that added comfort you need to prolong the life of your mattress.
Availability of Mattress Toppers
You can find the perfect Aerus mattress topper (the one I sleep on, and LOVE) for you right here at Rocky Mountain Mattress. With the overwhelming memory foam craze in the mattress world you can be sure that memory foam mattress toppers are incredibly comfortable. You can find them in a variety of different sizes and depths to fit your particular sleep preferences. Although they are a bit more expensive than the average mattress pad, if you are looking to add comfort to an old mattress or upgrade your new mattress just slightly, the investment is well worth it.
Mattress toppers are the key to prolonging the life of any mattress and making your comfort the number one priority.
Many people simply focus on the manufacturer and the soft or hardness they are looking for when choosing a mattress. What is often overlooked are the measurements of the different mattresses. You need to consider before choosing the right mattress for you and your partner is the length and width. These measurements account for movement during the night, the size of the people sleeping and the length of the people sleeping. The last thing you want is to get your mattress home and sleep with your feet hanging off the end each and every night.
The measurements of the USA mattresses are as follows:
• Twin Size: 39” wide X 75” long
• Long Twin Size: 39” wide X 80” long
• Double / Full: 54” wide X 75” long
• Queen Size: 60” wide X 80” long
• California King Size: 72” wide X 84” long
• King Size: 78” wide X 80” long
These are the standard measurements for mattresses of all brands and manufacturers. You will find that by simply knowing this information your success in purchasing a high quality and most importantly comfortable mattress will increase.
With so many different factors to consider when buying a mattress it can be easy to neglect the measurements and it is important to remember that these measurements are not only important for your sleep comfort but for your room as well. Someone with a small bedroom should not be investing in a king size bed that will take up every inch of space, just as someone else with a large room should consider a larger bed than a twin. These are all factors that need to be taken into consideration before a mattress is purchased.
Mattress measurements have remained the same for many years now so once you know them, you can use this information to your advantage for life.
Choosing a mattress protector for an adjustable bed is a bit more difficult than finding one for a regular mattress. If this is a new mattress it becomes a wise decision to buy the mattress protector with the mattress directly from the manufacturer so you know it fits and is made especially for your adjustable mattress. There are of course many companies who are now accommodating for the adjustable beds as they become more and more popular. The mattress protector itself is a very important mattress accessory, as it is not there for looks or comfort only but it is there to literally protect your mattress from any moisture, dampness or accidents of any kind.
Choosing a Mattress Protector
Shopping online at Rocky Mountain Mattress has become not only the most convenient but the most successful way to find exactly what you are looking for, especially when it is not easy to find. You will discover that our specialty bedding suppliers have a wide selection of adjustable bed protectors and covers of all sizes for you to choose from and they will be sent directly to your front door. This combination of convenience and the ability to search from home is one many people are taking advantage of today.
There are many different manufacturers today who are creating adjustable beds as they become more in demand with each passing year. You can choose from:
These are the top selling and most popular adjustable beds on the market today which means finding a mattress protector to fit them is getting easier and easier. When you are searching for the perfect mattress protector you need to ensure that it is durable and the elastic material is enough to handle the constant movement of the mattress when it is being adjusted. The biggest problem with an adjustable mattress is when you adjust the mattress the protector can slip out of place if it is too small or not durable enough. You can find mattress protectors in many different fabrics including cotton, plastic, latex, memory foam and the list goes on and on.
Finding a high quality mattress cover is easier said than done sometimes, depending on your material preference and how much added comfort you are looking to add to your already existing mattress.
When it comes to determining what the best mattress size is for you, there are several different factors that need to be considered. Most people already know that you spend over a third of your life in bed and this makes choosing a mattress that much more difficult. The right mattress can do a great deal for your health, back pain and energy levels.
Standard Mattress Sizes
The twin mattress measured at a length of 75 inches and the King and Queen Mattresses measure a length of 80 inches. You will find that the longest mattress available in the USA is the California King Mattress measured at a length of 84 inches. If you are sleeping with a partner you may find that a twin or full mattress may get to cramped, leaving you with the Queen or King Size to choose from.
Factors to Consider
There are several personal factors that need to be considered before you buy any mattress, including:
• Your height
• Your weight
• If you sleep with a partner
• How much room you generally need to sleep during the night
• How many hours a night you sleep
Each and every one of these factors makes a difference when choosing the perfect mattress. If you are choosing between the Queen and King Size mattress you need to most importantly consider the size of your bedroom before choosing the King. Many people do not have a bedroom large enough to hold a King Mattress or for that matter a California King Size mattress. With the Queen bed measuring a width of 60 inches and the King measuring at 76 inches, the difference is hard to tell with the naked eye. With a few less inches you can fit a large mattress in your room without feeling cramped.
Make sure to include all these factors in your decision making before you make any mattress purchases.
What many people do not know is that choosing the right mattress dimensions can really make a difference when it comes to your back pain. A mattress with the proper dimensions will not only prevent you from back pain but it will also help you fall asleep faster as it will be more comfortable and supported. If you are a person who already suffers from back pain, you will find that the mattress dimensions you have to choose from are a bit slimmer than others.
Choosing the Right Mattress Thickness
Back pain suffers will find that the thicker the mattress, the more support and therefore the most back comfort. You can find mattresses as thick as 11 inches when you visit specialty mattress retailers. Many people are choosing to discuss their mattress dimensions with their doctor to narrow down the dimensions which will be good for them and which ones are bad. By doing this, it makes the mattress shopping experience a bit less overwhelming.
Mattress Dimensions
Without trying out the mattress it will be impossible to tell which dimensions are good for your back. You will find that the King and Queen dimensions are quite close compared to the twin and full mattresses. The King and Queen have a length of 80 inches and if you are a tall person needing a longer length you can find the California King Size mattress with a length of 84 inches. These are the longest lengths you can find and the widest bed is of course the King with a width of 76 inches.
Choosing the Right Dimensions
When deciding which dimensions are right for you, you need to consider your normal sleeping habits and that of your partner. Consider everything of your good night sleep and apply it to the most appropriate dimensions and you have found the perfect mattress for you.
Many people do not take the time to consider the mattress dimensions, but this is one of the most important factors to consider when choosing the best mattress for you.
One in 3 Americans suffers from Insomnia. There are currently over 75 categorized sleep disorders, with more sleep disorders being discovered every year. Americans, on average, get 1-2 hours less sleep than is recommended, and for those of us with a bad mattress, those hours that we do get are even less likely to leave us feeling refreshed, and less likely to allow us to reach the restorative levels of deep sleep we need.
In order to feel rested, we must complete a full sleep cycle, which includes REM and NREM sleep.
Rapid Eye Movement (REM)
This type of sleep is reserved for 25% of sleep we get every night. It happens in intervals throughout your night of sleep. This first interval occurs roughly 90 minutes after you’ve entered into your first sleep cycle. Then it occurs about every 90 minutes increasing in length throughout the night.
Characteristics of REM sleep: Brain is active and dreaming occurs, the eyes dart back and fourth, REM sleep provides energy to brain and body, muscles become immobile and relaxed, levels of hormone cortisol dip at bed time and increase over the night to promote alertness in the morning. Other hormones ghrelin and leptin are regulated over nights that play an integral role on our feelings of hunger and fullness.
Non Rapid Eye Movement (NREM)
This type of sleep comprises of about 75% of our nightly sleep cycle. Stages one through four describe the processes that occur during NREM sleep.
Stage One
* Between being awake and falling asleep
* Light Sleep
Stage Two
* Onset of Sleep
* Becoming disengaged from surroundings
* Breathing and HR are regular, steady and consistent
* Body Temperature Drops
Stage Three & Four
* Deepest and most restorative sleep
* Blood Pressure Drops
* Breathing becomes slower
* Muscles are relaxed
* Blood Supply to muscles increases
* Tissue growth and repair increases
* Energy is restored
* Hormones are released (growth hormone)
Damaged Sleep.
All sleep disorders are hindered or worsened, or even caused by the inability of an individual to get restful sleep. Since the invention of artificial light, human beings have been ignoring the natural sleep cycle our bodies were built for and we continue to feel the effects of bad sleep. By ensuring that you sleep in a healthful atmosphere, with the proper support and comfort, you can avoid a number of sleep disorders. Current sufferers can find relief by improving their sleeping conditions.
The following are more rare sleeping disorders that hinder or even prevent REM and NREM Sleep.
1. Narcolepsy: A neurological disorder that is primarily characterized by Excessive Daytime Sleepiness (EDS). A narcoleptic is likely to become drowsy or fall asleep at random, inappropriate or completely unintentional moments. Daytime naps may occur without warning and are often physically irresistible.
Human Narcolepsy:
Canine Narcolepsy:
In addition to the stereotypical symptom of narcolepsy, there are four other classic symptoms of narcolepsy:
1. Cataplexy: often confused with Epilepsy, a narcoleptic that suffers from cataplexy attacks results in a similar superficial seizure as seen in epileptics.
2. Sleep Paralysis: this may occur just before or just after waking from sleep. The individual is alert but physically paralyzed.
3. Hypnogenic Hallucinations: This also occurs while one is either falling asleep or waking up from sleep. The individual may experience fear, awareness of a “presence”, chest or back pressure, an inability to breathe, a falling sensation and sometimes a feeling of joy.
The following image is one reconstructed by a sleep patient of a memory of a hypnogogic image he remembered.
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2. Automatic Behavior: Spontaneous production of purposeless verbal and motor behavior without concious self control.
3. Sleep Walking:
Medical reports show that about 18% of the population have experienced sleepwalking. It is more common in children than in adolescents and adults. Boys are more likely to sleepwalk than girls. The highest prevalence of sleepwalking was 16.7% at age 11 to 12 years of age. Sleepwalking can have a genetic tendency. If a child begins to sleepwalk at the age of 9, it often lasts into adulthood. Sleepwalking is often triggered by a lack of sleep. When an individual is overtired or sleep deprived, their next pattern of sleep is more likely to occur with possible sleep walking.
4. Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Pauses in breathing while sleeping. The pauses are called “apneas” which literally means “without breathe.”
Each apnea lasts as long as or longer than one breath. The standard definition of one apneic event is a loss of breath exceeding 10 seconds in length and occurs throughout sleep. The diagnosis of sleep apnea is typically found through an overnight sleep test called a polysomnogram.
If one person’s trash is another person’s treasure, then that trash is going to lead to a mighty fine treasure through the all new Custom Dream Mattress Giveaway promotion by Rocky Mountain Mattress. Our company will transform one lucky winner’s old, battered mattress into a brand new, custom-designed Rendezvous™ memory foam mattress through the program, which is open to anyone who feels they are deserving of a new luxury mattress set.
In order to be eligible to win the custom-designed Rendezvous™ memory foam mattress valued at over $2,000, participants can register by completing the following 5 steps:
1. Take photos of your current mattress - remember, we’re looking to replace the worst mattress in America, so let all of those rips, sags, stains, and busted springs shine!
2. Write a brief article or blog post describing your mattress, its history & all of the stories that go along with it, and why you deserve a new, custom memory foam mattress
3. Post the photos & article to your blog or Website
4. Include in your post or website a link to http://www.rockymountainmattress.com
5. Send an email to contest@rockymountainmattress.com containing your contact information and the URL to the blog post or website you created
Keep in mind that the Custom Dream Mattress Giveaway is designed to rescue America’s most deserving sleeper from their repulsive mattress, so be creative and let those mattress horror stories fly!The person selected to receive a new memory foam mattress from Rocky Mountain Mattress will have the opportunity to custom-design the new luxury memory foam mattress of their dreams – assuming you still have dreams after sleeping on that old mattress!The Custom Dream Mattress Giveaway will run through the remainder of the year, and the winner will be selected on January 1, 2008.
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OFFICIAL CONTEST RULES AND REGULATIONS:
RockyMountainMattress.com is offering a chance at winning a queen size custom built Rendezvous Memory Foam Mattress valued at over $2,000. To enter you must do the following:
1. Publish a blog posting from your personal blog or website stating the reason why you should win the contest.
2. Post pictures of your old beat up mattress within the blog posting or article.
3. Link to http://www.rockymountainmattress.com from your post / article content.
4. Notify RockyMountainMattress.com that you have entered by emailing contest@rockymountainmattress.com including your contact information and the URL to the post on your own blog or website.
Contest Basics
Contestants must be 18 years or older and live in the United States
To become eligible, you must do the following:
1. Publish a blog posting from your personal blog or website stating the reason why you should win the contest.
2. Post pictures of your old beat up mattress within the blog posting or article.
3. Link to http://www.rockymountainmattress.com from your post / article content.
4. Notify RockyMountainMattress.com that you have entered by emailing contest@rockymountainmattress.com including your contact information and the URL to the post on your own blog or website.
Posts cannot contain links to competing sites.
One entry per URL. Multiple entries will result in your immediate disqualification.
Winner will be chosen at random from eligible entries on Jan. 01, 2008.
Winner will receive a queen size custom built Breckenridge Memory Foam Mattress with matching foundation valued at $2,150.90.
Winner can customize the mattress set by selecting either 4 lb. or 5 lb. memory foam for the box pillow top portion of the mattress only.
Shipping to a single location within the continental United States is included.
Winner is responsible for Utah sales taxes of 6.85% if winner resides in the state of Utah.
Read below for complete Rules and Regulations.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN MATTRESS.COM MATTRESS CONTEST RULES AND REGULATIONS
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY (Purchase does not improve one’s chance of winning) OPEN TO U.S. RESIDENTS AGES 18 AND OVER
HOW TO ENTER: To enter, contestant must do the following:
1. Publish a blog posting from your personal blog or website stating the reason why you should win the contest.
2. Post pictures of your old beat up mattress within the blog posting or article.
3. Link to http://www.rockymountainmattress.com from your post / article content.
4. Notify RockyMountainMattress.com that you have entered by emailing contest@rockymountainmattress.com including your contact information and the URL to the post on your own blog or website.
Rocky Mountain Mattress is not responsible for their failure to receive entries due to transmission failures, technical malfunctions and/or other conditions beyond its reasonable control.
Any contestant post / article containing adult content containing nudity or explicit content of any kind will be immediately disqualified.
CUSTOMIZATION OF MATTRESS: Winner can customize the mattress by selecting either 4 lb. or 5 lb. memory foam to be placed within the box pillow top portion of the mattress only. No other changes will be made to the mattress or foundation.
ELIGIBILITY: You must be eighteen or over to enter and win, and a legal resident of, and currently living in the United States. Rocky Mountain Mattress.com reserves the right to deny entry to any and all contestants for any and all reasons of their choosing.
LIMITATION ON LIABILITY: By entering this Giveaway, entrants agree to be bound by these Official Rules and Regulations, and agree to release the Sponsors and Administrators, and their employees, officers, agents and directors (the Sponsors and Administrators, and such others, collectively, the Released Parties), from any and all liability for injuries, losses or damages of any kind resulting from participation in this contest and/or use or acceptance of any prize.
GENERAL CONDITIONS: This Giveaway is void where prohibited. The Released Parties are not responsible for technical, network, electronic, computer, hardware or software failures of any kind, including any injury or damage to entrant’s or any other person’s computer related to or resulting from participating in or downloading any materials in the Giveaway. The Released Parties are not responsible for incomplete, garbled or delayed Internet/e-mail computer entries.
WINNER SELECTION: The prize winner will be selected on or about January 01, 2008 through a random drawing of all eligible entries received. All drawings will be held at the RockyMountainMattress.com office. All drawings will be conducted by RockyMountainMattress.com, whose decisions and interpretations of these Official Rules shall apply and be final and binding. Winners will be notified by e-mail. If a winner does not respond and meet the below requirements within one (1) business day of attempted contact, RockyMountainMattress.com reserves the right to randomly select an alternate winner from the names of all entries that did not win a prize. In order to receive a prize, winners may be required to sign an Affidavit of Eligibility, Liability Release and, where legally permissible, a publicity release, and may also be required to provide additional information (which may include, but not be limited to, social security or other tax information), waivers and releases. Winners will have one (1) day to provide all such information and to execute and return the Affidavit of Eligibility, Liability Release and publicity release (if required by RockyMountainMattress.com). These documents will, among other things, release the Released Parties from any claims, losses, injuries or damages of any kind resulting from participation in the Giveaway or the use or receipt of any prizes, and allow the use of the winners name and likeness. Failure to comply with the foregoing, or the return of any prize or prize notification as undeliverable, may cause the winner to forfeit their prize and RockyMountainMattress.com reserves the right to select an alternate winner.
ADVERTISING: Except where prohibited by law or regulation, winner’s acceptance of prize will constitute permission for RockyMountainMattress.com and the other Released Parties to use winner’s name, likeness, and statements for any purpose in reference to the Sweepstakes and this promotion without additional compensation, consideration or consent.
PRIZES: One Grade Prize, Winner will receive a queen size custom built Rendezvous Memory Foam Mattress with matching foundation valued at $2,150.90. Shipping to a single location within the continental United States is included. Winner is responsible for Utah sales taxes of 6.85% if winner resides in the state of Utah.
DISCLAIMER: RockyMountainMattress.com is a registered trademark of Dream Systems LC.
So you’ve just purchased a Memory Foam Bed, but you’re finding that your old sheets don’t fit it properly. Or, you’re now the proud owner of an Adjustable or a custom-made bed—and you can’t find sheets to fit it at all.
To help serve you, we have partnered with www.CozytownLinens.com, the largest resource for your custom sheets and other custom bedding needs. Just give Cozytown Linens your mattress measurements (width, length, and depth) and they guarantee a perfect fit! No uncomfortable bunching, no extra fabric to tuck, no corners popping off in the middle of the night. Finally, sheets that fit right!
Because of your relationship with Rocky Mountain Mattress, you will receive a 5% discount on every order. To receive the discount simply enter the password rocky into the discount code box during the online checkout process, and your discount will be automatically deducted. If you prefer to place your order by phone, just give them a call at 1-888-554-6367, and don’t forget to mention that you found them at Rocky Mountain Mattress.com.
Cozytown Linens offers:
Adjustable Bed Sheets, sheets to accommodate Memory Foam Beds; Olympic Queen, Extra Long Twin and Extra Long Full sheets—they even offer Extra Extra Long sheets, and Hospital Bed sheets!
Fitted Sheets with several pocket depths to chose from, ranging from 7” to 25” deep!
FIRST Quality American-made linens (no imports, unless otherwise stated)
Products Direct from the Manufacturers–so YOU save money!
Free Shipping on every item they sell (lower 48 states only)
They gladly accept custom orders, so if you don’t see exactly what you’re looking for, just call them at 1-888-554-6367.
At Cozytown Linens you’ll get luxurious linens fit for a Queen without paying a King’s ransom. Give them a try—you’ll be glad you did!
I think most people would agree that being “appreciated” is one of the finer things in life. I absolutely love to hear from our customers that they appreciate our products and service. Needless to say, the following email really made my day:
Thanks Dave. I am an orthodontist and our office prides itself on not only great results but also outstanding customer service (unlike most physicians!). I say that because I was very impressed that you would take the time outside of normal business hours to personally help me get the right memory foam mattress and finalize the transaction. You made it very easy and I greatly appreciate the way you do business. Thanks for the quick ship, I will let you know when it arrives.
Thanks again
Joe Richards
Joe,
Thank you for taking the time to make this comment. We do strive to go the extra mile for our customers. I am glad you were able to see some of that quality in your experience thus far with Rocky Mountain Mattress.
