Things You Need To Know About King Size Bed Today

Nowadays, a life which is dictated by families going nuclear, we face a social dilemma. Children are drifting away from parents as we adopt a western outlook to work as a family. But the age old practices, we were brought up with, like engaging with our parents, grandparents, siblings still exist in our life.

Beds provide us with an ultimate relaxation in comfort of our home. Indian culture, which is going the western way, we still have age old practices that we adhere to. So in an Indian setting, getting a king size bed is as natural as living with one’s parents.

There are various types of beds available today namely

King size bed (76"-80" approx.)

Queen size bed (60"-80"approx.)

Full size bed (54"-75"approx.)

King size beds are more useful for families having kids. Since these are spacious, they are best recommended mattress and can accommodate two adults. These have more room to stretch and thus are more favorable for a sound sleep.

Because of their larger size and width, king size beds are more expensive than queen size bed or full-size bed. The mattresses are also a bit costly. But these are more accurate in a master bed room. Queen size beds are more suitable for smaller rooms.

There are various criteria one should follow while buying a king size bed-

• Size- The length and width of a king size bed are more suitable for larger rooms, giving ample space to move around.
• Frame- The overall structure is rectangular and it has a central leg support to its size.
• Usage- King size bed is very appropriate for families supporting co-sleeping.

The various attachments that we can find in a king size bed, e.g.

• Headboards –These are made to rest our body against it or lean on it.
• Footboards – Keep the sheets and covers from rubbing your legs or feet. It also maintains a proper leg position.
• Storage space- Also known as box bed, this type of bed has an additional advantage of an excessive storing area, with movable drawers or hydraulic cover.
• Safety rails – Sides of a bed are can be used to stop a person from falling over (when a child is using the bed).

The most important part of a king size bed is its frame. Because of its size, a king size beds require a durable frame that is made up of a material which can sustain a notable weight. The frames are made up of wood or metal. Different brands are present in markets today that provide you with multiple options. Although metal frames are more preferable.

There are basically three types of king size bed available.

• California king size bed

This type of bed is 84 inches long and 72 inches wide. This bed is for people having more than average height. The mattress and sheets are also a bit larger or custom made to accommodate the size.

• Standard king size bed

It is 80 inches long and 76 inches wide. It is the most used bed that has a sufficient space for couples.

• Split king size bed

This kind of bed can be used as two separate beds by pulling it back. It is useful for people who does not want share a bed. It can also be used in children’s bedroom or guest rooms.

So the next time you decide to purchase a king size bed, you can have a clear picture of things to look out for.

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