A petite double bed (often known as a large single bed, wide single bed, super single bed, or 3ft 6 bed) measures 106cm wide by 190cm long. Sitting between a standard single (90cm) and a small double (120cm), it offers extra width without committing to a full double footprint - making it ideal for growing teenagers, guest rooms, and compact homes.
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Teens and growing children – Wider than a standard single but not as space-hungry as a small double, at 3ft 6 wide, it provides a comfortable upgrade that works well as a teenage bed and beyond.
Children transitioning from a toddler bed – It’s wide enough to feel like a genuine step up from a single, yet perfectly proportionate to a younger child's room. Built to last a lifetime, our petite double frames will comfortably take your child from early childhood through their teens and into adulthood.
Multi-use spaces – In home offices or multi-use spare rooms, a petite double bed frame provides comfortable adult sleeping space without the visual weight of a larger double - keeping the room functional by day and restful by night.
Guest bedrooms – A large single bed offers genuine adult comfort without overwhelming the room, making it one of the most practical guest bed sizes available.
Box rooms and compact UK bedrooms – At 106cm wide, a petite double bed frame fits neatly into tighter spaces where every centimetre matters.
Solo sleepers who move in their sleep – If a 3ft single feels restrictive but a 4ft small double feels excessive, a wide single bed offers the perfect middle ground.
Four poster beds – A petite double four poster bed delivers full vertical drama and architectural presence in a compact 106cm footprint, ideal for smaller rooms that still deserve a statement centrepiece.
Low beds – Petite double bed frames built closer to the floor help smaller rooms feel more spacious, taller, and more open while keeping the bed proportionate to the room.
Standard height beds – The classic large single bed frame profile, offering practical under-bed clearance without visual bulk.
Platform beds – Clean-lined petite double bed frames with rigid slatted bases, removing the need for a divan and maintaining a modern aesthetic.
Storage beds – A wide single bed with integrated drawers or hidden storage helps maximise space in compact bedrooms.
Kids beds – Solid wood petite double beds are a long-term investment for children's bedrooms, providing enough width for a comfortable, grown-up feel while lasting well into the teenage years.
Attic beds – Lower-profile petite double bed frames engineered for loft conversions and rooms with sloped ceilings, fitting a full 106cm x 190cm mattress where standard frames won't work.
Floating beds – Petite double bed frames with recessed support legs create a subtle hovering effect, helping compact rooms feel lighter and less cluttered.
Day beds – A three-sided petite double day bed provides practical seating by day and a proper sleeping surface by night.
Japanese beds – Ultra-low petite double bed frames inspired by minimalist design, ideal for modern, compact interiors.
Scandinavian beds – Light, pared-back petite double bed frames combining clean lines and natural wood warmth to create a Nordic-inspired interior look.
Space saver beds – Slimline petite double bed frames designed with reduced external dimensions to fit into alcoves and tighter floor plans.
Sofa beds – Solid wood click-clack sofa beds that transition from seating to sleeping in seconds; ideal for guest rooms and compact spaces where every piece of furniture needs to work harder.
Choose the right size mattress – A petite double bed measures 106cm x 190cm (3ft 6in x 6ft 3in). Always check your mattress label before ordering. A standard single mattress (90cm) will leave exposed slat areas and reduce mattress stability, whereas a small double mattress (120cm) will overhang each side by 7cm, causing uneven wear. Both reduce edge support, ultimately affecting the quality and consistency of your sleep.
Minimum bedroom size recommendations - We recommend a minimum room size of 2.2m x 3m (7ft 3in x 9ft 10in) to accommodate a petite double bed frame with comfortable walking clearance on at least one side. In tighter rooms, positioning the bed close to one wall and choosing a space saver frame can help maximise the remaining floor space.
Think about headboard height in smaller rooms – A full-height headboard can feel overwhelming in a compact bedroom. Because we build every frame to order, we can reduce headboard height to suit your ceiling clearance and room proportions, or supply the frame without a headboard entirely.
Plan for future growth – For teenagers, a large single bed is often a smarter long-term investment than a standard single, providing extra width that continues to feel comfortable into adulthood.
Built for stability – Even narrower beds experience corner leverage over time. Our mortise and tenon joinery prevents racking and keeps the frame square and silent for decades.
Invest in the right bedding from the start – Petite double bedding (106cm x 190cm) is a less common size than standard singles or small doubles. Check availability from your preferred bedding supplier before ordering the frame to avoid a difficult search later.
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All our beds are handcrafted from sustainably sourced timber and come with a comprehensive 11-year guarantee. We build our wooden frames to last generations, giving you total peace of mind in the quality of your sleep.
A bed should match your home’s architecture and colour palette. We offer the flexibility to tailor your frame to your specific room measurements and personal style.
Made-to-measure - Since we build every frame to order, we provide a made to measure service for tricky spaces. Whether you’re navigating low attic ceilings or a unique floor plan, our joiners can provide a custom made fit for your room.
17 finish options - Personalise your frame with eight sustainable woods and nine rich finishes. Choose the architectural beauty of natural wood grain or a specialised colour to match your bedroom’s aesthetic.
Once you place your order, our Leicestershire joiners start a 17-step build to create your new wooden bed frame from solid timber. We deliver straight from the workshop with three options:
Urgent delivery: 2-3 working days
Express delivery: 4-6 working days
Standard delivery: 7 working days
A petite double bed measures 106cm wide by 190cm long (3ft 6in x 6ft 3in). It sits between a standard single (90cm x 190cm) and a small double (120cm x 190cm). In the UK, it is also commonly referred to as a large single bed or wide single bed.
They are actually identical, both measuring 106cm x 190cm. While "petite double" is the official industry term, this in-between size sits right in that middle ground between a single and a double. Because of that, it’s just as commonly called a "large single." It’s simply two different names for the exact same spacious solo sleeper bed.
You'll need bedding specifically labelled for a petite double or large single (106cm x 190cm). Standard single sheets (90cm) will be too narrow, and small double sheets (120cm) will be too wide. Petite double bedding is available from specialist UK retailers, though the range is more limited than standard sizes.
We recommend a minimum room size of 2.2m x 3m (7ft 3in x 9ft 10in) to accommodate a petite double bed frame with walking clearance on at least one side. In tighter rooms, positioning the bed against one wall and choosing a space saver frame (which reduces external dimensions by 8–12cm) can help maximise available floor space.
Our solid wood petite double bed frames support up to 471kg (74 stone), achieved through solid timber construction, mortise and tenon joinery, and extra-thick slats that are double the industry standard thickness.
Yes - it's one of the best sizes for teenagers. At 106cm wide and 190cm long, it provides full adult-length sleeping space with noticeably more width than a standard single, making it a comfortable upgrade that works well from early teenage years through to adulthood. In smaller bedrooms, it also leaves more floor space than a small double.
At 106 x 190cm, our petite double beds sit in the middle of our range for solo sleepers. Other sizes available are:
Small single beds (76 x 190cm) - Our smallest bed size, ideal for young kids and in small box rooms.
Standard single beds (90 x 190cm) - The traditional UK single bed, perfect for kids, solo sleepers, and guest rooms.
European single beds (90 x 200cm) - Great for taller sleepers and matches the size of IKEA single mattresses.
Small double beds (120 x 190cm) - great for tighter rooms where a standard double would feel cramped, offering a practical balance between sleeping space and room to move.
Standard double beds (designed to fit 135 x 190cm mattresses) – our most popular double bed size, built with slightly wider external dimensions for added comfort while maintaining compatibility with UK double mattresses.
European double beds (140 x 200cm) - The largest of all our double bed frames matching the dimensions of double mattresses from IKEA.
Not necessarily; our petite double bed frames are made specifically to fit 106 x 190cm mattresses. As long as your current mattress is the right size, supportive, comfortable, and free from sagging, it will perform optimally on our solid wood bases.
Not unless you want to. Most of our customers choose our assembly service, where we’ll professionally install it for you for total peace of mind. However, if you’d prefer to assemble it yourself, we offer two self-assembly options:
Room of Choice Delivery: we’ll deliver your bed to the room you choose, ready for you to assemble using our clear, easy-to-follow instructions
Standard Delivery: delivered to your front door for self-assembly
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