What Is A Small Double Bed
Many people believe that a double, queen or a king size bed is too big for the limited amount of space they have. On the other hand, these people also believe a single bed would be too small to sleep comfortably.
Remember Goldilocks and her sleeping dilemma, she too was a picky sleeper. She probably would have found the small double bed to be the perfect fit. For most people in this situation the small double bed is the perfect middle ground.
Small double beds, which are growing in popularity, are bigger than the single bed, but smaller than the standard double bed. The standard double bed is approximately 4ft x 6ft 3in or 120cm x 190cm.
With the rise in popularity of the small double bed, comes more covering possibilities, this means decorating has become easier. Now owners of the small double bed can sleep in an assortment of covers, while they are getting a great night sleep.
A Child’s First Bed
Small double beds offer much more sleeping space than the smaller single bed. In comparison, the small double gives about a foot more room, which allows for more comfortable sleeping space, yet it gives the convenience of still being small enough to have other furniture in the room.
One reason to check out a new small double bed instead of the more traditional single for your child is they will allow your child more years of use. When you first are transferring your child from the crib or toddler bed you may be thinking of how big the new bed is going to be for your little son or daughter. Yes this can be a big and scary move, make it a fun move and they will be okay with it.
However, when choosing a bed for your toddler or young child, you may even want to consider the small double bed. Here is why:
1. Small double beds allow your children to grow into the bed. While it is traditional to move from the crib to the single, times are changing and as your child grows they will get cramped and you will have to invest in another bed later.
2. Two people can fit comfortably in the small double bed, while it might seem like a big change, think about the comfort you will have while you lay beside your child reading him or her a story. Also as your child grows up there will have more room for company, or even more stuffed animals on the bed.
The main thing is to make moving to the new bed safe and comfortable. One way you can do this is by making the new bed fun. Small double beds come in a variety of styles. Here are a few of the most popular ones:
The Classic Bed Frame now comes in a variety of contemporary and classic styles, including brass, metal, many varieties of wood and more.
The Small Double Sleigh Bed is a popular choice with its classic and elegant curved design. The sleigh bed captures traditional sleigh elegance.
The Princesses Four-Poster Small Double bed is every little girls dream. Perfect for the middle of the room, with a fun canopy, or even without. This bed is always a great choice.
The Small Double Bunk Bed is designed to take up the space of one individual bed, but provide sleeping space for two. The small double bunk bed is the same as the classic bunk bed, just bigger.
A Small Double TV Bed is a new type of the bed frame where the footboard is designed for a pop-up television or other media items. This is a great space saver idea for a child’s room.
Small Double Sized Captain’s Beds are wonderful for kids. They have wonderful support for the mattress, but allow underneath storage. On the Small Double Captains Bed there is not a box spring, the mattress lays on a wooden surface under it. This bed frame may not tolerate small children bouncing on the bed.