Double King Bed Buyers’ Guide

What is a Double king size bed?

A Double King bed is one built with 152” x 80” dimensions.  This length is good for people of average height.  The extra wide width of 152” gives it plenty of room for multiple sleepers, even if they enjoy spreading out.  It is important to state that a Double King bed is a single, larger mattress.  Its name may suggest it is two King size beds.  However, it is actually a single bed measuring the size of two Kings.  Moving it into a bedroom will most certainly require the efforts of more than one person.  A Double King bed setup could include a Double King bed frame, Double King mattress and Double King sheets.  This size is not considered standard, it is more like a custom size that has become common.  Therefore, there are few places to acquire the bed and accessories to fit.  We can, however, provide customized mattress sizes and other suitable items.

Double King Size Bed Dimensions

Double king Bed vs Alaskan King Bed

It makes sense to compare the very large Alaskan King mattress to the Double King bed.  Both offer a sizeable surface that is accommodating for the comfort of more than one sleeper.  An Alaskan King measures 108” x 108” compared to the 152” x 80” of the Double King.  With an Alaskan King bed, the dimensions are the same on the length and width, forming a square mattress.  The length of a Double King bed is shorter than the width so it is a rectangle shape.  The difference here, outside of the aesthetic, is that taller people will most often prefer the Alaskan.  It is able to fully support a long body.  The Double King bed takes up less room length-wise and is a fair length for average height individuals and couples.  Its great width is a huge draw for people who want to sleep with pets in the bed or those who co-sleep.

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Double King Bed Frame

Kingship Comfort Bed Frame

Limited availability of Double King bed frames can make the search for one difficult.  We offer custom-built, solid bed frames by Kingship Comfort.  The Kingship Comfort Bed Frame can be constructed to fit any size mattress, including the Double King mattress.  Each frame includes the foundation, side rails as well as a headboard and footboard.  It comes in four color options; gray, black, light brown or dark brown.  This is not the only way to support a Double King mattress though.  Another way to go would be to use two simple standard king size platform beds as a base.  The platform beds cannot have a ledge on the corner.  Also, the platform slats or foundation must be flush with the side rails for this to work.  Simply push the two platform beds together and top with the mattress.  The Double King measurements are basically like two king size mattresses side by side, so this can be an option.

Double King Mattress

Kingship Comfort Mattress

Despite what you may think, there are actually several options surrounding a Double King mattress.  As these mattresses are made to order, you are able to choose your desired firmness and mattress style.  Two designs are available; a hybrid mattress or a memory foam mattress.  The hybrid uses latex and memory foam composition to meet your sleep needs.  The design works to supply support while offering a comfortable finish.  The memory foam option utilizes a high-density poly foam base for foundational support topped with comfortable, contouring memory foam.  Each of these specially made mattresses incorporates cooling gel and is made to last.  A prime advantage to designing your own Double King mattress is that you can also pick the firmness.  Whether you would like it to be firm or soft or something in-between is up to you!  You have the overall ability to control the mattress type and comfort level of a Double King bed.

Double King Bed Sheets vs Two King Bed Sheets

Match a Double King bed with appropriately sized sheets from Kingship Comfort.  Just because this size bed shares the measurements of two Kings, doesn’t mean two sets of King sheets will work.  Two sets of King sheets are made to go around and over two separate beds.  The Kingship Comfort Sheet Set is designed to cover the entire mattress surface of a Double King.  The fitted sheet provides seamless coverage of the Double King mattress.  Other bedding can also be made to encompass a Double King bed, such as a comforter and duvet.  The color selection is also very good, giving you even more choices as you create your perfect sleeping spaces.  Sheets and other bedding can be coordinated in the same colors or mixed and matched since everything is tailor-made just for you.  All of these products are made with 100% cotton and without blended materials.

FAQ

What size is a double king bed?

The size of a Double King bed is 80 inches long and 154 inches wide.  This is wider than most traditional and oversized beds.  The length of this bed accommodates users of average height to just over six feet tall.

Are there sheets available for double king mattress?

Sheets are available on a made-to-order basis for the Double King bed.  As the Double King is not a standard mattress size, bedding to fit is not typically found on shelves.  Fortunately, custom sheets can be crafted to fit.

How many people fit in a double king bed?

How many people can share the bed in a Double King depends on the size of each person.  Up to four people would likely be able to comfortably sleep in a Double King bed.  The broad width means it can welcome more people than many other bed sizes.