Ultimate Bed Base Size Guide: From Single to California King (With Dimensions & Buying Tips)

Sleep is very important. The size of your bed base matters. It makes you sleep well, stretch and feel comfortable. When your bed base is either too small or too large, then it will make your bedroom look cramped and awkward. This guide will show you common bed base sizes in New Zealand, with measurements from Budget Beds. You will also find tips to help you choose the right size.

Common Bed Base Sizes in NZ

From smallest to biggest, here are the usual bed base sizes available at Budget Beds, and how wide and long they are:

*Length first, width second. Some beds are also sold in “split” form (two halves) for easier moving.
So, Single is the smallest common one. California King is the largest square-style bed base with both width and length about 203 cm.

Extra Example: King Size Mattress & Base Combo

Here is a real example from Budget Beds for a King size mattress + base combo:

• Length: 203 cm
• Width: 167.5 cm
• Base thickness (height without legs): 30 cm
• Mattress thickness: 28 cm

This shows you how big a King bed base + mattress can be, including height. Often height is less talked about but still important, especially if you have low ceilings or other furniture below or beside the bed.

California King Size Bed Base (Details)

Budget Beds also offers a Cal King Size Bed Base (also called California King). Here are its details:

• Length: 203 cm
• Width: 203 cm
• Height (thickness of base frame): 24 cm
• Legs height (glider legs): 13 cm

These measurements give you total height (base + legs) so you know how high the top of base will be off the floor. This is important to you in case you have under-bed storage, carpet, or whether you require stepping into bed.

How to Choose the Right Size

Here are simple things to think about when you pick a bed base size:

Room size
Measure your bedroom first. Create a room around the bed so that you can move freely. When you place a big bed in a small room, you may not even have a space to place tables or cupboards.

Height of sleep user
If you are tall, choosing a King Single, King, Super King or California King gives more leg room. Single and Double might not be long enough for very tall people.

Sleeping alone or with someone
If you share the bed (partner, child, or pet), choose at least a Queen or King. If you sleep alone but move a lot, a Double or Queen gives more room.

Storage space
Some bed bases have drawers or lift-up frames. These add height and need space. Also, split-style bases are easier to move into tight rooms or staircases.

Height from floor
Base height + legs makes a big difference. If the bed is too high, getting in/out may be hard. Too low and you may have trouble cleaning or getting something under the bed.

Budget
Bigger bed bases cost more. Also, delivery can cost more. Budget Beds gives free or cheaper shipping in some cases if you spend over certain amount.

Example: Why Size Matters

Imagine you have a bedroom that is 3 meters by 3.5 meters (300 cm × 350 cm). If you bought a Super King (183 × 203), that takes much space. You would have about 60–70 cm around it if centered. That might be okay. But a California King (203 × 203) would reduce space around by more. Walking space, side tables may get tight.

Also, think about doors, windows, wardrobes. If your bed base is too wide, you might block a wardrobe door.

Final Tips

• Check margins: Budget Beds adds a margin of ±1-2 cm sometimes because fabric or foam makes small differences.
  
  
• Try in person: Visit the store if you can. Lie down, see height and feel space.
  
  
• Measure access paths: Door frames, stairs, corridors. Getting a big bed base in the house might be hard. Split bases help.
  
  
• Think long term: Maybe today you are alone. In future you may share bed. Getting a Queen or King might cost more now, but less hassle later.

Summary

Here are the sizes again in short form:

• Single: 92 × 188 cm
• King Single: 107 × 203 cm
• Double: 137 × 188 cm
• Queen: 153 × 203 cm
• King: about 167 × 203 cm
• Super King: 183 × 203 cm
• California King: 203 × 203 cm

Use these as your guide. Match size to room size, your body’s need, and how many people sleep in your bed. Add height of base + legs. Leave enough walking space. And check delivery and cost. With Budget Beds, you get many choices and solid NZ-made bed options.

Sleep well, choose well!