Full vs Queen Size Bed (Dimensions Guide)

There are some major differences between a full and queen bed. Let’s start out by looking at the basic sizes differences between the two choices. Then we will break down the actual dimensions, taking into account room size, which can impact the choice of bed size, as well as bedding products such as blankets, comforters, pillows, and footboard preferences.

Full Sized Mattress: A Full sized mattress is a mattress that is often referred to as a double bed. These types of beds are one size larger than the twin sized mattress and one size smaller than the queen sized mattress. There are a lot of different reasons to select a Full over a twin and a full over a queen, since the sizes are vastly different.

Queen Sized Mattress: A Queen Sized mattress is a mattress that is the smallest standard two person recommended bed. It is slightly larger than a Full sized mattress and slightly smaller than a king sized mattress.

Full vs Queen Mattress Sizes

Full dimensions: A full sized mattress takes the length of a twin sized mattress of 75 inches long and adds some width to the mattress for a total width of 54 inches. This makes room for either just one larger person or potentially room for two smaller people.

Though it is not typically large enough for one couple or two adults, there could be room if they’re planning on being up close and personal. Usually the bed is used for teenagers or single adults. The dimensions are also helpful when the space in the room is limited.

Queen dimensions: The dimensions of a Queen-sized mattress are just a bit larger, making room for another.

The length of a queen sized mattress is 5 inches longer than the full sized mattress (which helps make room for taller individuals) bringing it to 80 inches long. The Width adds 6 inches compared to the full size bringing it to 60 inches wide.

How much bigger is a queen bed than a full?

The queen sized mattress is only 5 inches longer than the full sized mattresses and 6 inches wider than the full sized mattress.

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Mattress Surface Areas

Queen surface area: At 6,000 square inches, the surface area is almost double that of a full-sized mattress.

Full surface area: The full sized mattress has a pretty small amount of surface area, at 3,240 square inches.

Full vs Queen Price

Full Sized Mattress Price: Full Sized Mattresses tend to run from about $180 to $900 depending on the level of comfort and quality you are looking for.

Full sized mattress price ranges
Innerspring $180 – $4000
Memory Foam $450 – $5000
Latex $700 – $3000
Hybrid $280 – $5000

The comfort and style of the bed, including the choice of materials, design, and products like blankets, comforters, and pillows, will usually shape the price versus the size.

Full-sized mattresses are going to be a great deal cheaper than Queens and Kings as they are a lot smaller.

Queen Sized Mattress Price: Regular queen sized mattresses tend to run from about $250 to $1000 depending on the level of comfort and quality you are looking for.

Queen sized mattress price ranges
Innerspring $200 – $4000
Memory Foam $500 – $5000
Latex $800 – $3000
Hybrid $300 – $5000

Just like in the cases of the Full sized mattresses the comfort and style of the bed is going to shape the price versus the size. These are available in firm, soft, tempurpedic, memory foam, and even up and down adjustable as desired.

In comparison, accessories for these mattresses, such as dressers, box springs, headboards, and bedspreads, are also available in different designs and heights. The choice of blankets, comforters, and pillows can make a difference in the overall comfort of the bed.

Pros & Cons of Full vs Queen Beds

Full-Sized Pros: The full-sized mattress has a bunch of good qualities! They are pretty inexpensive compared to the other options. Due to their size, they are also not too heavy and can often be moved by one person if needed. In comparison, the accessories for these mattresses, such as dressers, box springs, headboards, and bedspreads, are also available in different designs and heights.

Additionally, because this type of mattress size is popular, all the accessories are typically easy to find, relatively inexpensive, and offer a wide variety of options.

Full Sized Cons: With a great deal of pros, the full sized mattress really has only one big con. That is because the mattress is a bit smaller and does not comfortably fit couples (though not impossible). Sometimes, the mattress can be too tight for individuals with longer legs, making the size one of the only downsides.

Queen Sized Pros: The queen sized mattress also has many good qualities. In contrast to the full sized mattress, the queen size can fit couple and taller individuals, even though it is not the most comfortable option.

Similar to the full sized bed, the queen is also standard mattress size, making it easy to find sheets, blankets, and bed frames for this type of frame, suitable for larger bedrooms for two people.

Queen Sized Cons: Unfortunately with good things do come a few downsides. The queen sized mattress, since larger and roomier than the full, will be a little heavier and more expensive.

In addition, depending on the room size, there may not be enough room for a queen bed and furniture such as a chest, nightstand, dresser, or armoire in guest rooms.

Should I get a full or queen?

Single women or smaller teens should consider a full sized mattress. Smaller couples or larger teens and single people, should consider upgrading to the queen size mattresses.

What size rug fits under a full bed?

There are multiple options of rugs that can go under a full sized mattress, and they don’t even have to go directly under them! The best option is using a 5 foot by 8 foot rug, placed at the bottom two thirds of the bed.

This leaves a little room on each side and makes the room look a little fuller. Additionally, there can be two smaller runner rugs placed on each side of the bed, or a large rug for use in larger rooms.

What size rug fits under a queen?

Again, there are multiple options of rugs that can go under a queen sized mattress, and they don’t even have to go directly under them! The best option for the queen sized mattress is using an 8 foot by 10 foot rug, or even a 9 foot by 12 feet.

This again, should be placed at the bottom edge of the bed. There are also different combinations, but it should be larger than the bed so that when one is climbing out of the bed, the person getting out of bed hits the rig versus the flooring below. See more bedroom rug placement ideas here.

Is a full big enough for 2?

A full bed is typically not recommended for two. The size of the bed is best for a single sleeper. That being said it is not impossible to have two people in a full sized bed, especially if they like to sleep close or are small people.

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