Our blog aims to answer all of your double bed frame-related questions and make your bed purchase that little bit easier. We’ve compiled 8 FAQs to provide you with all the insight you’d possibly need.
In short, yes. Double beds are designed to sleep two people. However, if you like to sprawl across the surface or find your existing double bed a tad restrictive, you may prefer a king or super king size bed instead.
Thanks to our super handy divan tool, purchasing a bed and mattress together as a bundle has never been easier.
A double divan bed frame is a customisable bed frame that lets you choose your bed’s style, finish and storage options. These beds are available as a base only or as a double bed and mattress pairing.
This will vary depending on the material of your bed, but as a rule of thumb, you can expect seven to ten years of use.
This leads us nicely to our next set of questions regarding double bed maintenance:
You’ll be glad to hear that caring for a double metal bed is straightforward. Simply wipe the bed with a dry cloth every once in a while.
It’s best to use a damp cloth or a gentle wood cleaner with a double wooden bed before wiping down the frame.
We recommend vacuuming your faux leather bed once a week to ensure it remains in fantastic condition.
Dealing with spillages can be a little more complicated. To avoid the risk of shrinking the leather, we advise using a solution of warm water and washing up liquid with a non-abrasive cloth.
Similarly, we’d suggest vacuuming your double fabric bed on a weekly basis.
A double bed measures 135cm wide.
Yes, a ‘queen bed’ refers to a small double bed frame that measures 120cm x 190cm, compared to a double bed with dimensions of 135cm x 190cm.
Here at Mattressman, we feature fabric, metal, wooden and faux leather double beds, ensuring there’s something for everyone.
Double fabric bed frame
Finding the perfect double mattress depends on your sleeping position and preferences, not the bed itself.
Our blog provides further information regarding double mattress suitability. To summarise, side sleepers are best suited to soft and medium mattresses, medium firm mattresses are ideal for combination sleepers and finally, firm and extra firm mattresses are recommended for front and back sleepers.
The only consideration regarding your bed is whether you choose a double bed with solid or sprung slats. For context, sprung slats feature an arched structure and offer a bouncier feel, whereas solid slats provide firmer support.
Double bed slats
Don’t worry; we’ve also put together a comprehensive guide to double beds that we’re sure covers any other questions you may have. Alternatively, browse our wonderful selection of double beds and take advantage of free next-working-day delivery.