Different King Size Beds

What are the different king size beds?

There are seven kings size beds. These beds are the Alaskan king, Texas king, Wyoming king, split California king, California king, split king, and the regular king bed. The Alaskan king size bed is the biggest while the regular king bed is the smallest. Below is a list of every king size bed and their dimensions.

Biggest king size Beds

Alaskan King Bed

(108″ W x 108″ L)

The Alaskan king bed is a custom bed that measures 108 inches by 108 inches. It is the biggest king size bed. If you will get a bed this big, you need to be careful that it will fit in the room. Because the Alaskan king is uncommonly big, all the bed materials are custom-made.

Texas King Bed

(80″ W x 98″L)

The Texas king bed is the second-largest king size. It measures 80 inches by 98 inches. You can rotate the mattress 90 degrees, depending if you prefer a bigger width or a bigger length. People who are 7 feet high or taller prefer the Texas king since it’s the first bed size they can fit in.

Wyoming King Bed

(84″ W x 84″  L)

The Wyoming king bed size measures 84 inches by 84 inches. The Wyoming king has the same length as the California king, but has a bigger width. It is good for couples who are happy with the length of the California king, but prefer more width space.

Split California King Bed

(2) (36″ W x 84″)

This bed is usually made for split California king adjustable beds. The split California king size bed can also come in box spring size. It requires two box springs that measure 36 inches by 84 inches. Thus, you can more easily get it through hallways. Many adjustable beds come in the split California king size. The split California king is perfect for couples who have different mattress preferences. They can sleep on the same bed but on different mattresses.

California King Bed

(72″ W x 84″ L)

The California king adjustable bed measures 72 inches by 84 inches. Another name for the California king size bed is the western king bed. This bed size is usually for a single California king size mattress. This bed is good for people who are between 6 and 7 feet tall. It is also good for couples who sleep on the same bed, but prefer a lot of room.

Split King Bed

(2) (38″ W x 80″)

The split king bed size is for a split king adjustable bed. Each part of the split king bed measures 38 inches by 80 inches. If you put together two split kings by their lengths, you get a standard king size bed. The split king usually pairs with split king mattresses or a single king mattress.

King Bed

(76″ W x 80″ L)

The king size bed measures 76 inches by 80 inches. A standard king bed is also sometimes called a eastern king bed. This king bed is the most common. This bed is common for couples or for single sleepers who are tall or who prefer a lot of space.

Triple King Bed

(3) (76″ W x 80″ L)

A triple king bed is an adult bunk bed that has three king mattresses in three bunk beds. The triple king bed is not common in physical stores. You have a better chance of finding one online. The bed is good for guest and saving spaces.

Conclusion

You now know there are different king size bed sizes. Some are custom sizes. The rest are standard king sizes. The custom king beds are the Alaskan king, Texas king, and Wyoming king. The standard king beds are the split California king, California king, split king, and king beds. Before you buy, make sure the bed can fit in the room as well as the doors and hallways. Also ask yourself how much space you enjoy. If you’re a single sleeper who enjoys a lot of space, then a regular king bed may do. If you have a partner, then you may want a bigger size.

Questions and Answers

How many different king size beds are there?

There are eight different king size beds. Three of the eight are custom, and the rest of are standard king bed sizes.

Are there beds bigger than a king?

Yes, there are. The beds bigger than the standard king size are the Alaskan king, Wyoming king, and Texas king beds.

Do triple king beds come in California king?

Yes, you can have a triple California king bed. So instead of three regular king beds for the bunk bed, you’ll have three California king beds.