California king size mattress<\/a>, sometimes called a western king, is one of the larger standard bed sizes\u2014it\u2019s 72 inches wide by 84 inches long. As the longest standard bed size, it\u2019s perfect for people who are 6 feet or taller.<\/p>\nA Cal king bed is an excellent choice for couples\u2014and if your partner likes the bed softer or firmer than you do, you can opt for a split cal king, which lets you tailor your side of the mattress to your sleeping preferences.<\/p>\n
A Cal king size Zoma Mattress is $850.<\/p>\n
Which Is Best for You?<\/h2>\n
Room size is crucial when deciding whether a queen or California king size mattress is right for you. Queen beds can fit comfortably in a master bedroom that\u2019s at least 10 feet by 10 feet, but a Cal king bed feels cramped in any bedroom smaller than 12 feet by 12 feet.<\/p>\n
Price is another significant factor\u2014although the two can be close in price, queen mattresses cost less than a California king mattress as manufacturers use fewer materials to produce one.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re considering a mattress to share with your partner, think about your body types. A queen mattress can feel cramped for larger or taller sleepers.<\/p>\n
You might also want to think about bedding. Queen size sheets and blankets are slightly easier to find in stores than bedding for a Cal king.<\/p>\n
Both beds share the drawback of being bulky and hard to move, which can make changing the sheets regularly difficult.<\/p>\n
Other Mattress Sizes<\/h2>\n
Perhaps neither a queen size nor a Cal king size mattress sound right for you. If so, there are four other sizes that might suit you better\u2014twin, twin xl, full, and king.<\/p>\n