Twin, twin XL or full: the sizes
A twin is 38 inches wide and 75 inches long, the standard size for a child’s bed, a bunk bed or a daybed. A twin XL adds five inches of length (38 by 80 inches): the usual size of a dorm bed, a good call for a tall teenager, and the size that pairs up to form a split king. A full, also called a double, is 54 inches wide and 75 inches long, a generous bed for one sleeper and a workable size for a guest room where a queen will not fit.
Two adults can share a full, but with only 27 inches each it suits occasional use better than every night. Couples are usually better served by queen mattresses or king mattresses.
For firmness, materials and sleep position, read how to choose a mattress.
Who buys which size
- Twinchildren moving out of a toddler bed, bunk beds, daybeds and trundles.
- Twin XLtall teenagers, dorm rooms, and each half of a split king.
- Fulla teenager or an adult sleeping alone, a guest room, a smaller primary bedroom.
Fitted like every other size
Smaller sizes get the same fitting as a king. Dream Mapping takes about five minutes, costs nothing and analyzes the sleeper’s pressure points and preferences, so the Sleep Coaches can take you only to the mattresses that match that body, with no pressure to buy. The store carries all major mattress brands, including Tempur-Pedic, Sealy, Beautyrest, Helix, Brooklyn Bedding and SmartLife by King Koil, as well as custom made mattresses only available at Snooze; ask a Sleep Coach which models are on the floor in twin, twin XL and full.
A mattress protector is a sensible addition for kids’ and guest beds: it helps guard the mattress against spills, stains, allergens and wear. Finish the bed with pillows and premium sheets chosen for softness, breathability and durability.
Delivery, financing and the guarantees
- We will deliver and set up your new mattress, as well as haul away your old mattress if you no longer need it.
- Financing through Synchrony Bank and Wells Fargo, plus Snap Finance, a lease-to-own option (not a loan) for customers who may not qualify for traditional credit. Apply in store or ask during your visit.
- The Sleep Comfort Guarantee on your new mattress, the 365-Night Sleep Guarantee on major brands, and price match: find the same mattress for less at another authorized retailer and we’ll match the price. Ask a Sleep Coach for the details.
- Visit 1002 N Market Pl Unit B, Pueblo West, CO 81007, Mon – Fri 9 AM – 7 PM, Sat – Sun 10 AM – 6 PM, or call (719) 423-8990.
Full and twin mattress questions
The difference is length: a twin is 38 by 75 inches and a twin XL is 38 by 80 inches. A twin XL is the same length as a queen or a standard king.
A full, also called a double, is 54 inches wide by 75 inches long. That is 16 inches wider than a twin, at the same length.
A full works for two adults only for occasional use. At 27 inches per person, most couples are better served by a queen or a king.
Yes, Dream Mapping works for any size, because it analyzes the sleeper’s pressure points and preferences rather than the bed. The free fitting takes about five minutes, with no obligation to buy.
Two twin XL mattresses side by side on a king frame make a split king. Each side can have its own comfort level.
Mattresses by size & type
- QueenCouples in a standard bedroom
- KingCouples who want the width of a twin XL each
- Memory FoamContours closely, relieves pressure points and absorbs a partner’s movement
- Back PainA free Dream Mapping fitting analyzes your pressure points and support needs
- CoolingThe Copper Collection by Spring Air and breathable Helix models