Emperor bed size
78.7 × 78.7 inches
200 × 200 cm · 2000 × 2000 mm · 4.00 m² · United Kingdom standard
About the Emperor
A non-standard British size, sold by specialists rather than by every retailer. It is square, which means the bedding has no long edge and can be turned either way. Expect to buy sheets from the same supplier as the bed.
The numbers
| Width | 78.7 in · 200 cm |
| Length | 78.7 in · 200 cm |
| Area | 4.00 m² |
| Width per person, shared | 39.4 in · 100 cm |
| Minimum room size | 320 × 260 cm — 60 cm clear each side and at the foot |
| Standard | United Kingdom |
Closest sizes
| Bed | Region | Size | vs Emperor |
|---|---|---|---|
| King | North America | 193.0 × 203.2 cm | 7 cm narrower, 3 cm longer |
| California King | North America | 182.9 × 213.4 cm | 17 cm narrower, 13 cm longer |
| Super King | United Kingdom | 180 × 200 cm | 20 cm narrower |
| EU King | Continental Europe | 180 × 200 cm | 20 cm narrower |
| EU Queen | Continental Europe | 160 × 200 cm | 40 cm narrower |
| Queen | North America | 152.4 × 203.2 cm | 48 cm narrower, 3 cm longer |
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of a Emperor bed?
78.7 × 78.7 inches, or 200 × 200 cm. United Kingdom standard.
What size room does a Emperor bed need?
At least 320 × 260 cm to leave 60 cm of walking space on both sides and at the foot. Less than that and the bed fits but the room does not work.
How much space does each person get in a Emperor?
39.4 inches (100 cm) each if two people share it. For reference, a US Twin — a single bed — is 38 inches wide.
What is the area of a Emperor bed?
4.00 square metres.