Twin XL vs Single
| Twin XL | Single | |
|---|---|---|
| Centimetres | 96.5 × 203.2 | 90 × 190 |
| Inches | 38 × 80 | 35.4 × 74.8 |
| Area | 1.96 m² | 1.71 m² |
| Sold in | US | UK |
Which is bigger
Twin XL is the larger by 14.7% in area. Twin XL is 6.5 cm wider, and Twin XL is 13.2 cm longer.
Different markets, so this is a translation rather than a choice. The UK bed closest in width to Twin XL 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 XL is bigger on both edges, 6.5 cm wider and 13.2 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?
No. 13.2 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: 216.5 × 263.2 cm for Twin XL, 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 XL and Single?
Twin XL is 96.5 × 203.2 cm (38 × 80 in) and Single is 90 × 190 cm (35.4 × 74.8 in). Twin XL is the larger by 14.7% in area. Twin XL is 6.5 cm wider, and Twin XL is 13.2 cm longer.
Will Twin XL bedding fit Single?
No. 13.2 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 UK equivalent of Twin XL?
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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