If you have a small bedroom, you may think that there’s no way to fit a queen in there, right?
There’s good news—even a cozy 10’ x 10’ bedroom can comfortably fit a queen. You just need to get creative, using a minimalist approach and a smart bedroom layout.
Wondering how to arrange a small bedroom with a queen bed? We’ll show you how.
Evaluate the Bed’s Dimensions
When it comes to rearranging a room, dimensions matter. Your small bedroom decorating ideas won’t work unless you know the size of everything in the room, starting with the bed.
The dimensions for a standard queen size mattress are 60 inches by 80 inches or 5’ x 6’8”, making it the best bed size for couples. Keep in mind, it may be wise to consider adding an extra 2 to 5 inches of leeway for the bed frame. This would increase the dimensions to 65 inches by 85 inches. However, if you’re in a small room with limited space, you may want to take a simplified approach such as ditching the bed frame altogether.
Learn more in our queen size bed frame dimensions guide.
Consider a Low-Profile Bed Frame
If you still want a bed frame, consider a simple traditional metal rail frame or a slatted platform frame. These tend to have slimmer profiles, which will help you save space. At Casper, we have a variety of sleek bed frames that will allow you to maximize the space in your room. Our Mattress Foundation is the perfect choice.
Measure the Room
Want to make sure a queen-sized bed fits in a tiny room? Your first task is to measure the room’s dimensions. This lets you know what space you have to work with. If you have other furniture you’re also trying to fit into the room, measure those as well.
Interior designers will use programs like CAD to help them play with different concepts and layouts. But you don’t need to pay money for room-arranging software. With just a few supplies (paper, pencil, ruler), you can create a cost-free version.
Once you have recorded all the measurements, either draw or create a scale model on paper. This basic blueprint lets you visualize and apply arrangement concepts without physically moving all of these objects around. If you do create a blueprint for the bedroom layout, be sure to include windows, doors, and closet space.
Think Vertically
Your small room already has limited square footage and floor space. So, when you add a queen size mattress, that area shrinks even more, making storage space a reasonable concern. To make up some space, you’ll need to get creative.
You may not be able to expand outward, but you can go up. By adding a platform beneath your bed or a bed frame with built-in drawers, you can create storage space beneath the bed.
Additionally, shelves, cabinets, or any other types of bedroom furniture that let you store and organize vertically are must-haves.
Embrace a Minimalist Approach
The traditional trappings of a room include dressers, side tables, lamps, and chairs. You may need to cut down on what you use. A minimalist approach will employ the bare necessities. For instance, instead of having a bedside table or nightstand on both sides of the bed, you may want to have a bedside table on only one side and a dresser on the other.
This could also be a golden opportunity to declutter. Seize this chance to get rid of the clothes, bedroom furniture, or other accessories you neither need nor use. By ditching items that will only take up room, it will be easier to fit a queen size bed into a tiny bedroom without making it feel too cramped.
Use Visual Tricks
Does your space seem tiny?
One of the smartest small bedroom ideas for a queen bed is to use visual elements to create a perception of space. For example, try the following ideas:
- Your rug can make a small room look bigger while adding an element of design that brings it together. If you center your bed, slip the rug about 2/3rds of the way under.
- Mirrors help create a greater sense of openness within the room. They not only reflect light, but they also reflect the other parts of the room, creating a sense that there is extra space.
- Whites or off-white paint colors help a room feel airy, light, and open.
While these tips may not increase the space’s size, they all make it feel as if there is more to the room.
Place Your Mattress Horizontally
One way to make the most of a small bedroom with a queen bed is to place the bed horizontally against a wall. This layout not only maximizes the floor space but also helps create a cozy, anchored feel in the room. By positioning the head of the bed against the longer wall, you free up more space for walking and other furniture.
If your room has windows or doors along the walls, take care to position the bed so that these features aren’t blocked. This horizontal placement can create a more balanced layout and gives you a chance to decorate the area above the bed, adding a shelf or a few framed pictures for a personalized touch.
Still Not Making A Queen Work? Consider Other Bed Sizes
If you’ve tried every layout trick and still find the room feels too cramped, it may be time to consider other bed sizes. A full or double bed can offer a comfortable sleep space without taking up as much room as a queen. For solo sleepers, a twin XL offers the length of a queen but with a smaller width, giving you more floor space to work with.
Downsizing doesn’t have to mean sacrificing comfort. You can still find plenty of smaller beds that offer luxurious features, like Casper’s options, with contouring foam layers that provide a snug, supportive feel. With the right mattress, even a full or twin XL can feel like a dream come true. It’s all about finding the size that strikes the right balance between comfort and space efficiency. Learn more about the twin vs full vs queen mattress sizes in our blog.
The Best Mattress for Any Space
Even if your space is limited, there are plenty of ways you can make a queen size bed fit without negatively impacting the room’s design and feel.
But where’s the best place to get that queen size bed?
Casper queen size beds make snuggling into bed the best part of your day. Every mattress is designed to contour to your body, making it feel like it was made just for you. It’s like sleeping on a cloud.Do you want a deeper, more comfortable sleep? Then try our 100-night free sleep trial*. We guarantee that if you don’t fall in love with your queen-sized bed, you get every dollar back.
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Sources:
- Impressive Interior Design. How to arrange a small bedroom with a queen bed. https://www.impressiveinteriordesign.com/how-to-arrange-a-small-bedroom-with-a-queen-bed/
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