Super King bed size
70.9 × 78.7 inches
180 × 200 cm · 1800 × 2000 mm · 3.60 m² · United Kingdom standard
About the Super King
The UK 6′0" bed and the largest standard size sold in Britain — and still 13 cm narrower than a US King. If an American guide recommends a King and you are shopping in the UK, Super King is the size it means.
The numbers
| Width | 70.9 in · 180 cm |
| Length | 78.7 in · 200 cm |
| Area | 3.60 m² |
| Width per person, shared | 35.4 in · 90 cm |
| Minimum room size | 300 × 260 cm — 60 cm clear each side and at the foot |
| Standard | United Kingdom |
Closest sizes
| Bed | Region | Size | vs Super King |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU King | Continental Europe | 180 × 200 cm | the same size |
| California King | North America | 182.9 × 213.4 cm | 3 cm wider, 13 cm longer |
| King | North America | 193.0 × 203.2 cm | 13 cm wider, 3 cm longer |
| Emperor | United Kingdom | 200 × 200 cm | 20 cm wider |
| EU Queen | Continental Europe | 160 × 200 cm | 20 cm narrower |
| Queen | North America | 152.4 × 203.2 cm | 28 cm narrower, 3 cm longer |
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of a Super King bed?
70.9 × 78.7 inches, or 180 × 200 cm. United Kingdom standard.
What size room does a Super King bed need?
At least 300 × 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 Super King?
35.4 inches (90 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 Super King bed?
3.60 square metres.