Small Single vs EU Single
| Small Single | EU Single | |
|---|---|---|
| Centimetres | 75 × 190 | 90 × 200 |
| Inches | 29.5 × 74.8 | 35.4 × 78.7 |
| Area | 1.43 m² | 1.8 m² |
| Sold in | UK | European |
Which is bigger
EU Single is the larger by 26.3% in area. EU Single is 15 cm wider, 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 Small Single is EU Single at 90 cm — this comparison is the nearest equivalent there is, and it is still 15 cm out.
Which one to buy
EU Single is bigger on both edges, 15 cm wider and 10 cm longer. It is the straightforward upgrade, and the 15 cm of width is also 15 cm of floor you no longer have.
Does the same bedding fit both?
No. 15 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: 195 × 250 cm for Small Single, 210 × 260 cm for EU Single — a difference of 15 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 Single and EU Single?
Small Single is 75 × 190 cm (29.5 × 74.8 in) and EU Single is 90 × 200 cm (35.4 × 78.7 in). EU Single is the larger by 26.3% in area. EU Single is 15 cm wider, and EU Single is 10 cm longer.
Will Small Single bedding fit EU Single?
No. 15 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.
What is the European equivalent of Small Single?
EU Single is the closest European size, and it is still 15 cm out in width. There is no exact match.
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