Full Size Mattress

Buying the right Full-size mattress?

There are a few things to take into consideration when purchasing a Full-size mattress. For example, do you sleep on your back, stomach or side?  Sleep position may influence the optimal comfort level.  Generally speaking, side and back sleepers will be most comfortable on a medium comfort level mattress.  This allows the hips to sink in just enough to be the most beneficial and provide you with the best sleep possible.  Firmer mattresses might be a better option for stomach sleepers as they support the hips, preventing them from dipping into the mattress.  They key here is body alignment.  Another issue in selecting a Full-size mattress is which mattress type is preferred.  Mattresses can be latex, memory foam, air, or hybrid.

Full Size Mattress Dimensions

It is important to know the difference between the dimensions of a Full-size and a Full XL size mattress.  The traditional Full size mattress dimensions are 54” x 75”.  A Full XL mattress is longer at 54” x 80”.  The regular Full-size mattress is great for pre-teens, teens, and even seniors. You may consider purchasing the Full XL mattress for taller teens. The Full XL mattress is also a great size for young single adults.

Best Full-Size Mattresses

Glideaway Awakening Transform Mattress

Type: Full Size Memory Foam Mattress

A good Full-size mattress for side and back sleepers is the Glideaway Awakenings Transform mattress.  Half of this mattress is made up of support base foam.  The remaining five inches contains two layers, the first is a 3” SoftComfort Convoluted Memory Foam layer with Edge Support.  Then, there is a two-inch layer of TruGel® infused Charcoal memory foam.  The thicker support base makes the Transform a Full-size mattress with a firmer comfort level.  The upper layers provide comfort and enhanced support.

10” Organic Cotton Natural Latex mattress

Type: Full Size Latex Mattress

This Full-size mattress makes good use of three layers of organic latex.  Each layer of Dunlop latex is three inches thick with differing degrees of firmness.  The softest layer is 18 IFD, the medium layer is 24 IFD, and the firmest of the three is 32 IFD.  The impressive benefit yielded by this type of mattress is that it offers interchangeable firmness.  By rearranging the layers, the mattress can achieve different firmness which can also be changed again and again.

13” Sleeptronic PG 1400 Hybrid Mattress

Type: Full Size Hybrid Mattress

Hybrid mattresses like the Sleeptronic PG 1400 combine different mattress materials to create one, more complex mattress.  This 13” Full-size mattress joins convoluted foam comfort layers with Quantum Edge coils and CoolTex ticking.  The Quantum Coils make this a great Full-size mattress for use with adjustable beds.  They add to the durability of the mattress while also lessening the motion transfer throughout the surface.  Cooling fibers in the ticking, or mattress cover, help prevent heat retention.

14″ Innomax Luxury Support Medallion Air Bed Mattress

Type: Full Size Air Mattress

As an airbed, this Full-size mattress leverages air to reduce pressure points by evenly distributing body weight.  An added benefit is that the air pressure can be controlled and modified using the remote control.  That makes the comfort level of the Innomax Luxury Support Medallion Mattress adjustable.  The mattress itself is thick at 14 inches.  That’s because it contains several layers, each with a part to play in the overall comfort and support.

Full Size Mattress vs Queen Size Mattress

The Full-size mattress is a standard mattress size.  At 54” x 75”, is slightly smaller than a Queen size mattress.  The Queen is 60” x 80”, adding six inches to the width and five to the length of the bed.  Both the Full-size and Queen-size mattresses can be used for single sleepers and couples.  The Queen offers more surface space though, so it tends to do so more comfortably.  The smaller size of the Full allows it to take up less bedroom space and fit better in smaller areas.  Both sizes are available widely in a number of brands and models.

Full Size Box Spring

The full size box spring size  measures 54” x 75”. The Nature’s Sleep box spring comes in the full size. The Nature’s Sleep box spring is an all-in-one box spring. Hence, it comes with legs. In contrast, traditional box springs do not have legs. So with traditional box springs, you need to buy a separate frame with legs. With the Nature’s Sleep box spring, there is no need to make a second buy. The legs are also removable. Hence, the box spring can also go on beds that fit traditional box springs.

Questions & Answers

Are there Full-size adjustable beds?

There are several Full size adjustable beds.  Many basic and mid-level adjustable beds come in Full-size, making it easy to find one that has the features needed.  Not every model comes in this size though.  Often the higher-end brands and models do not come in Full size.

What is average cost of Full-size mattress?

Mattress cost is dependent on which model is chosen.  The type of mattress as well as the comfort level can impact the final cost.  Latex and air mattresses usually have a higher price point than memory foam or hybrid mattresses.  Where latex mattresses and airbeds may fall around $1100-$1800, hybrid and memory foam mattresses have a price around $600-$800.

Is a Full bed big enough for 2?

Full size beds are capable of fitting two people, but typically sleep one. If you and your partner are smaller than average you may be able to make a Full-size bed work for you. However, it is more common to have a Queen size mattress when two individuals will be using the mattress together regularly.

Is Full and Queen the same size?

The Full and Queen are different sized mattresses. The Full-size mattress measures 54 inches wide and 75 inches long.  A Queen mattress on the other hand, is 60 inches wide and 80 inches long.  The Queen size mattress is both longer and wider than a Full-size mattress.