Twin vs Single
| Twin | Single | |
|---|---|---|
| Centimetres | 96.5 × 190.5 | 90 × 190 |
| Inches | 38 × 75 | 35.4 × 74.8 |
| Area | 1.84 m² | 1.71 m² |
| Sold in | US | UK |
Which is bigger
Twin is the larger by 7.5% in area. Twin is 6.5 cm wider, and Twin is 0.5 cm longer.
Different markets, so this is a translation rather than a choice. The UK bed closest in width to Twin is Single at 90 cm — this comparison is the nearest equivalent there is, and it is still 6.5 cm out.
Which one to buy
Twin is bigger on both edges, 6.5 cm wider and 0.5 cm longer. It is the straightforward upgrade, and the 6.5 cm of width is also 6.5 cm of floor you no longer have.
Does the same bedding fit both?
It will go on, but not well. The gap is 6.5 cm in width and 0.5 cm in length. A fitted sheet will strain on Twin and wrinkle on Single; flat sheets and duvet covers are more forgiving.
Room each one needs
With 60 cm to walk down each side and 60 cm at the foot: 216.5 × 250.5 cm for Twin, 210 × 250 cm for Single — a difference of 6.5 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 Twin and Single?
Twin is 96.5 × 190.5 cm (38 × 75 in) and Single is 90 × 190 cm (35.4 × 74.8 in). Twin is the larger by 7.5% in area. Twin is 6.5 cm wider, and Twin is 0.5 cm longer.
Will Twin bedding fit Single?
It will go on, but not well. The gap is 6.5 cm in width and 0.5 cm in length. A fitted sheet will strain on Twin and wrinkle on Single; flat sheets and duvet covers are more forgiving.
What is the UK equivalent of Twin?
Single is the closest UK size, and it is still 6.5 cm out in width. There is no exact match.
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