A small double bed (also known as a 3/4 bed, 4ft bed, or British Queen bed) measures 120cm wide by 190cm long. Sitting comfortably between a single and a standard double, a small double bed frame is one of the most versatile sizes available — generous enough for a comfortable solo sleep, compact enough for tighter bedrooms, and a practical choice for guest rooms where space is at a premium.
Choose Your Finish
Selected:
Filter
Choose Your Finish
Selected:
Solid Pine
Hardwood
Solo sleepers who want more space – At 120cm wide, a small double bed offers more room than a single (90cm) and petite double (106cm), making it the ideal “luxury single” without taking up the footprint of a full double (135cm).
Teenagers and growing children – Wider than a single but more space-efficient than a standard double, a 4ft bed is a natural step up for growing teenagers and a smart investment that works well into adulthood.
Guest rooms – A small double bed frame offers genuine comfort for adult guests while leaving enough floor space around the bed for wardrobes, storage and easy circulation. It's the most practical guest room size for most UK homes.
Smaller and awkward rooms – In box rooms, loft conversions, and rooms with alcoves or chimney breasts, a small double bed frame fits where a standard double simply won't. At 120cm wide, it gives you genuine sleeping comfort without sacrificing the room around it.
Couples on a budget – A British Queen bed can work for couples who prioritise floor space over sleeping width, though for a more comfortable long-term solution we'd recommend stepping up to a standard double or king size bed.
Four poster beds – A 4ft four poster bed creates vertical drama without overwhelming smaller rooms, offering architectural presence in a compact footprint.
Low beds – Low-profile small double bed frames sit closer to the floor, helping smaller rooms feel larger and ceilings appear higher.
Standard height beds – The classic small double bed frame profile, providing practical under-bed clearance while keeping proportions balanced.
Platform beds – Clean-lined 3/4 bed frames with solid slatted bases, removing the need for a divan while providing a rigid, breathable foundation for any mattress type.
Storage beds – Small double bed frames with integrated drawers or ottoman bases, maximising hidden storage in bedrooms where space is limited.
Ottoman beds – A small double ottoman bed offers full under-mattress storage access while maintaining a streamlined design.
Kids beds – A solid wood small double bed provides a long-term investment that grows with your child into their teenage years.
Attic beds – Lower-profile small double bed frames designed to fit comfortably beneath sloped ceilings or in loft conversions.
Floating beds – Small double bed frames with recessed support legs that create a subtle hovering effect, helping compact rooms feel lighter and less cluttered.
Day beds – A versatile small double day bed works as generous seating by day and comfortable sleeping space by night.
Japanese beds – Ultra-low small double bed frames inspired by minimalist design, ideal for compact, modern interiors.
Scandinavian beds – Clean, simple 4ft bed frames combining light finishes and natural wood warmth to keep smaller rooms feeling open.
Space saver beds – Slimline 3/4 bed frames with reduced external dimensions, helping a full small double mattress fit into the tightest alcoves and box rooms without unnecessary bulk.
Check your room size - A bedroom of at least 2.4m x 2.7m (8ft x 9ft) allows enough clearance for bedside access and comfortable movement around a 4ft bed frame.
Double check your mattress size – A small double bed measures 120cm x 190cm (4ft x 6ft 3in). Always check your mattress label before ordering, as a standard UK double (135cm x 190cm) will overhang at the sides. This causes uneven wear and the mattress to deteriorate faster along the unsupported edges.
Perfect for tighter layouts – Because the frame is narrower than a standard double, you gain 7.5cm of clearance on each side compared to a 135cm bed — often enough to improve movement around the room.
Getting even more clearance - If clearance is still a little tight, our space saving frames can reduce the side dimensions by 8-12cm depending on the style you pick.
Built for structural stability – Even at 4ft wide, leverage still occurs at the frame corners. We use traditional mortise and tenon joints to prevent racking and maintain long-term stability.
Check attic and loft clearance carefully – Small double beds are a popular choice for loft conversions, but sloped ceilings can affect headboard height and access to both sides of the bed. We offer beds without headboards, and because we build every frame to order, we can also reduce headboard height or adjust overall dimensions to suit your exact ceiling clearance.
Spread the cost of your new bed with interest-free flexible payment options. We offer 0% finance through PayPal, Klarna, and Clearpay to make investing in a better night’s sleep more accessible. T&Cs apply.
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 small double bed measures 120cm wide by 190cm long (4ft x 6ft 3in). It is narrower than a standard UK double (135cm) but wider than a single (90cm).
In the UK, a small double is sometimes referred to as a British queen size bed. However, this differs from an American queen bed, which measures 152cm x 203cm. Always check dimensions carefully when comparing internationally.
While a small double bed is technically wide enough for two people in a pinch, we describe it as the mid-sized bed for one person. At 120 x 190cm, each adult would only have 60cm of space each, which is narrower than a small single bed (76cm). For couples, we recommend stepping up to a king size bed or even a small super king.
You will need small double (120cm x 190cm) fitted sheets and bedding. Standard double sheets (135cm) will be too wide and may not provide a secure fit.
Our solid wood small double bed frames support up to 471kg (74 stone), thanks to mortise and tenon joinery and slats that are double the industry standard thickness.
As well as 3/4 beds (120 x 190cm), we also offer:
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.
Petite double beds (106 x 190 cm) - perfect for compact bedrooms, guest rooms, or solo sleepers who want more space than a single without taking up too much floor space.
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 British queen bed frames are made specifically to fit 120 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
WE VALUE YOUR PRIVACY
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, serve personalised ads or content, and analyse the traffic with 3rd party services. By clicking ‘Accept’, you consent to our use of cookies, visit our Privacy Policy and our Cookie Policy for more info.
Please select one of the delivery countries below or navigate to our UK website for UK delivery options.
Note: International shipping prices are charged per bed rather than per order. This is due to the bulky nature and weight of these products.
