Question 1

What are queen mattress dimensions?

Accepted Answer

A standard queen mattress measures 60 inches wide by 80 inches long  -  5′ × 6′8″. Queen is the most common mattress size in the U.S. and the standard for master bedrooms. The recommended minimum room size is 10′×10′, though 10′×12′ gives comfortable walking clearance on both sides with space for nightstands. Queen mattresses fit standard queen bed frames  -  no special frame required.

Question 2

What is the best queen mattress?

Accepted Answer

The best queen mattress depends on how you sleep. For couples with different preferences: a hybrid like Helix Midnight or Black offers balanced support with strong motion isolation. For side sleepers: a plush hybrid or memory foam with targeted pressure relief at the hips and shoulders. For back and stomach sleepers: a medium-firm to firm hybrid. For hot sleepers: latex or a hybrid with a cooling cover outperforms all-foam. For luxury: Tempur-Pedic LuxeAdapt or Stearns & Foster Estate. Our specialists can narrow it down to 2-3 to try in person at any of our 5 LA showrooms.

Question 3

Queen vs king mattress  -  which should I buy?

Accepted Answer

A queen (60"×80") fits most bedrooms and couples comfortably. A king (76"×80") is 16 inches wider  -  about an extra pillow of width per person  -  and requires at least a 12′×12′ room to avoid a cramped feel. If your room is 10′×12′ or smaller, a queen is almost always the right choice. King makes sense for rooms 13′×13′+ and for couples who want maximum personal space or share with a child or pet.

Question 4

What is the difference between a queen and a full mattress?

Accepted Answer

A queen (60"×80") is 6 inches wider and 5 inches longer than a full (54"×75"). That 6-inch width difference is the reason most couples choose queen over full  -  it provides enough space for two adults without one feeling like they’re on the edge. For a single sleeper a full can work in tighter spaces; for anyone who shares the bed, queen is the minimum we’d recommend.

Question 5

What room size do I need for a queen mattress?

Accepted Answer

The minimum room size for a queen is approximately 10′×10′. At that size you’ll have a few inches of clearance on each side. The recommended room size is 10′×12′  -  24" of walking clearance on each side (one side may be against a wall), room for nightstands, and a dresser opposite the bed. If your room is significantly smaller than 10′×10′, consider a full instead.

Question 6

How much does a queen mattress cost?

Accepted Answer

At LA Mattress Store, queen mattresses range from $439 for a quality foam or innerspring to $5,199 for a Tempur-Pedic LuxeAdapt or Stearns & Foster Estate tier. The sweet spot for most shoppers is $699-$1,499, where you’ll find excellent hybrid options from Helix, Stearns & Foster, and Eastman House. For luxury hybrid or premium memory foam, $1,500-$2,500 covers the top tier from most brands. All queen mattresses include free delivery.

Question 7

What is the best firmness for a queen mattress?

Accepted Answer

Firmness choice depends on sleep position and body weight, not preference alone. Side sleepers typically need plush to medium-soft to relieve hip and shoulder pressure. Back sleepers do best with medium to medium-firm for lumbar support without excessive sinkage. Stomach sleepers need firm to extra-firm to prevent the hips from sinking. Couples often compromise on medium, which is the most versatile firmness and the best-selling level across all brands. We offer queen mattresses in plush, medium, firm, and extra firm.

Question 8

Is a queen mattress good for two people?

Accepted Answer

Yes  -  queen is the recommended minimum for two adults sharing a bed. At 60" wide, each person has roughly 30 inches, slightly less than a Twin XL each. For most couples this is comfortable and sufficient. If one or both partners are over 6′2″ or over 250 lbs, or if you share with a child or pet frequently, consider a king for the extra 16" of width. For the vast majority of couples, a queen with a good hybrid or foam mattress handles two sleepers well.

Question 9

Can I try queen mattresses in person at LA Mattress Store?

Accepted Answer

Yes  -  and we strongly recommend it. We carry a deep selection of queen mattresses across 10+ brands, and lying on a mattress is still the most reliable way to know if it’s right for you. All 5 of our Los Angeles showrooms carry a wide selection of queens from Tempur-Pedic, Stearns & Foster, Helix, Diamond, Eastman House, Englander, and more. Our specialists can compare options side by side. Open Mon-Sat 10am-8pm and Sun 10am-8pm. Call (800) 218-3578.

Feature	Full	You’re hereQueen	King
Width	54"	60"	76"
Length	75"	80"	80"
vs Queen	6" narrower, 5" shorter	-	16" wider
Min room size	9′ × 10′	10′ × 10′	12′ × 12′
Recommended room	10′ × 12′	10′ × 12′	13′ × 13′
Best for	Solo adults, studios	Couples, master beds	Spacious master rooms
Price (LA)	From $299	From $439	From $599

Built for couples,made for master bedrooms.

A queen is 60″ wide × 80″ long.

Five ways to build a queen.

Queen Hybrid

Queen Memory Foam

Queen Latex

Queen Pillow Top

Queen Innerspring

Top brands in queen size.

Tempur-Pedic

Stearns & Foster

Helix

Every queen mattress in stock.

Full vs Queen vs King.

Who a queen is built for.

Couples

Solo adults who want room

Master bedrooms

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10′×10′ rooms (where king won’t fit)

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