Single vs EU Single
| Single | EU Single | |
|---|---|---|
| Centimetres | 90 × 190 | 90 × 200 |
| Inches | 35.4 × 74.8 | 35.4 × 78.7 |
| Area | 1.71 m² | 1.8 m² |
| Sold in | UK | European |
Which is bigger
EU Single is the larger by 5.3% in area. Both are 90 cm wide, and EU Single is 10 cm longer.
Different markets, so this is a translation rather than a choice. The European bed closest in width to Single is EU Single at 90 cm — this comparison is the nearest equivalent there is, and it is still 0 cm out.
Which one to buy
Same width, 10 cm apart in length. This is a question about height, not about sharing: EU Single is the one to buy if anyone sleeping in it is over about 180 cm, and it buys no extra shoulder room at all.
Does the same bedding fit both?
No. 10 cm of length is far outside what a fitted sheet absorbs. Buy for the size you own and read the centimetres, not the label.
Room each one needs
With 60 cm to walk down each side and 60 cm at the foot: 210 × 250 cm for Single, 210 × 260 cm for EU Single — a difference of 0 cm in the room, not just the bed. Against a wall on one side, take 60 cm off.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Single and EU Single?
Single is 90 × 190 cm (35.4 × 74.8 in) and EU Single is 90 × 200 cm (35.4 × 78.7 in). EU Single is the larger by 5.3% in area. Both are 90 cm wide, and EU Single is 10 cm longer.
Will Single bedding fit EU Single?
No. 10 cm of length is far outside what a fitted sheet absorbs. Buy for the size you own and read the centimetres, not the label.
What is the European equivalent of Single?
EU Single is the closest European size, and it is still 0 cm out in width. There is no exact match.
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