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Beds
Beds are where most people spend a third of their lives sleeping. Ask questions about these essential pieces of furniture here.
2,365 Questions
What is Nebraska's used mattress laws?
There is no law regarding the sale of used mattresses in the state of Nebraska. While many states do have laws pertaining to this, Nebraska doesn't.
How can you get an extra wide comforter for a king size bed?
You should be able to find one online. For a standard king sized bed (78 wide x 80 long) you'll need a comforter that is 102 inches wide x 88 long. A Cal King bed needs a comforter that is 107 to 110 inches wide x 98 inches long.
Where can you donate mattress and box springs?
If the mattress and box spring are in good, clean condition--and not uncomfortable due to age and sagging--most refugee and other social agencies will accept them.
Air mattresses are a large, thick, tough balloon with a one way valve. They are made of a rubber like material that resists puncture.
Who coined the term reds under the bed?
political cartoons in 1920's & 30's showing people searching for communists under their beds
Will a full sized mattress fit inside of a suburban?
Yes, it will fit just fine. Well, as long as there is no one in the third row.
Whats the difference between a blanket and a throw?
'Blankets are a single layer of fabric - usually woven. They are a little larger than the size of the mattress.
Throws are small blankets, less than twin size; they do not cover the bed. They are more for covering the individual during naps or when sitting in a chair
I always thought throws where a decorating cover but I was wrong, they can be used for snuggling up or making your sofa/bed to look nice.
Do two single beds pushed together make a king sized bed?
Two Extra Long Singles make a slightly wide (2" wider than normal) King. Twin/Single XL39 × 80 in
King (UK: King)
76 × 80 in
I have bought and RETURNED 3 OF THESE HEATED PADS FOR THE SAME ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NO QUALITY CONTROL ON THIS PRODUCT.
Why buy low profile box spring?
A low profile box spring is a box spring of minimal depth used on platform beds where a regular box spring would cause the bed to sit higher than desired.
What is a split king mattress?
Two extra long twin size mattresses (39" wide x 80" long) placed side-by-side to make a king mattress surface (78" wide x 80" long).
What is the standard size of beds in US?
Twin / Single - 38 × 75 in
Double / Full - 53 × 75 in
Queen - 60 × 80 in
King - 76 × 80 in ; Twin Extra Long : 38 × 80 in (0.99 × 2.03 m) : This size is fairly popular in college dormitories. ; Super Single : 48 × 84 in (1.22 × 2.13 m) ; Olympic Queen : 66 × 80 in (1.68 × 2.03 m) a novelty size by Simmons ; California Queen : 60 × 84 in (1.52 × 2.13 m) ; Eastern King : 76 x 80 in (1.93 x 2.03 m) : An alternate name for a U.S. King. ; California King : 72 × 84 in (1.83 × 2.13 m) : also called a Western King, West Coast King, or WC King. ; Long King : 72 x 104 in (1.83 m × 2.64m)
Can I return a mattress bought with a credit card if unsatisfied?
Depends on the stores policy. Generally not. Credit card companies will not force mattress retailer to take mattress back. Speak to a manager or owner.
What do Sleepy's Mattress stores do that makes them profitable?
Put profit first and don't take care of the customer. From the top of the chain to the bottom, you're not dealing with just a salesperson, you're dealing with the Sleepy's family network, and their policy is to look after themselves at the expense of the customer.
Do you need to flip a mattress?
of course you don't need to flip a matress, but a lot of people do to prevent sagging. If there are more than one perosn sleeping on the mattress, sometimes people flip it and turn it. It's a personal prefference really, but i suppose that fliping a matress can help it last longer without sagging. It does help to periodically flip the mattress. It helps to keep its form.
A loft is a big to on your apartment that you can look up to.
What are the dimensions of a king size bed?
Twin Mattress39" wide x 75" long Twin XL Mattress39" wide x 80" long Full Mattress54" wide x 75" long Full XL Mattress54" wide x 80" long Queen Mattress60" wide x 80" long Cal-King Mattress72" wide x 84" long King Mattress76" wide x 80" long
76"x80" for King Size Bed.
What are the dimensions of a queen size bed?
The dimensions of a queen size bed all depend on what country you are in.
United States & Canada
- Standard Queen: 60" x 80" (152 × 203 cm)
- Olympic Queen: 66" x 80"
- California Queen: 60" x 84"
Australia & New Zealand
- Queen: 60" x 80" (152 × 203 cm)
United Kingdom & Ireland
In these countries, the mattress is called a "King." What we know as a King is called a "Super King."
- King: 60" x 78.5"
Mainland Europe
Sizes vary by country - even within acountry - depending where you are.
In general, beds an american would refer to as "Queen" are about 60-65" wide by 70" - 80" long. Each country will also have it's own name for "Queen." For example, this size is called a bed "for married people" in Italy and "couple's size" in France.
Japan
In Japan, the "Queen" size mattress is called a "Wide Double," and the "Olympic Queen" is the called the "Queen":
- Wide Double: 60" x 80" (152 × 203 cm)
- Queen: 66" x 80"
Everywhere Else
A few countries, like Thailand, don't have a traditional "Queen" size at all. For those that do, however, the sizes are typically comparable, but in a range smaller than the American or Australian Queen, which is the largest.
