Small Double vs Emperor
| Small Double | Emperor | |
|---|---|---|
| Centimetres | 120 × 190 | 200 × 200 |
| Inches | 47.2 × 74.8 | 78.7 × 78.7 |
| Area | 2.28 m² | 4 m² |
| Sold in | UK | UK |
Which is bigger
Emperor is the larger by 75.4% in area. Emperor is 80 cm wider, and Emperor is 10 cm longer.
Which one to buy
Emperor is bigger on both edges, 80 cm wider and 10 cm longer. It is the straightforward upgrade, and the 80 cm of width is also 80 cm of floor you no longer have.
Does the same bedding fit both?
No. 80 cm of width and 10 cm of length are 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: 240 × 250 cm for Small Double, 320 × 260 cm for Emperor — a difference of 80 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 Small Double and Emperor?
Small Double is 120 × 190 cm (47.2 × 74.8 in) and Emperor is 200 × 200 cm (78.7 × 78.7 in). Emperor is the larger by 75.4% in area. Emperor is 80 cm wider, and Emperor is 10 cm longer.
Will Small Double bedding fit Emperor?
No. 80 cm of width and 10 cm of length are far outside what a fitted sheet absorbs. Buy for the size you own and read the centimetres, not the label.
Which is bigger, Small Double or Emperor?
Emperor, by 75.4% in area.
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