{"id":8086,"date":"2021-10-11T17:01:44","date_gmt":"2021-10-12T00:01:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zomasleep.com\/blog\/?p=8086"},"modified":"2023-10-23T11:12:12","modified_gmt":"2023-10-23T18:12:12","slug":"bed-height","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zomasleep.com\/blog\/bed-height","title":{"rendered":"What is the Best Bed Height?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"keytakeaway\" class=\"keytakeaway\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"title\">Key Takeaways<\/h2>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Best Bed Height:<\/strong> The ideal bed height is generally around knee height, which varies depending on the individual&#8217;s height and specific needs. Factors such as the type of bed, including antique, platform, traditional, adjustable, and low-profile beds, contribute to the overall bed height.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Adjusting the Bed Height:<\/strong> Various methods can be employed to adjust the bed&#8217;s height, such as using bed risers, low-profile box springs or mattress foundations, and mattress toppers, to customize the bed to suit personal preferences.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Choosing the Right Bed Height:<\/strong> Considerations for selecting the right bed height include taking into account the individual&#8217;s height, age, potential mobility issues, and specific medical conditions to ensure optimal comfort and ease of access to the bed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\n<p>The answer to this question is somewhat arbitrary because the best bed height for you depends on your own height and certain medical conditions you may have. The ideal bed height is generally somewhere around knee height. But, of course, everyone\u2019s knees are different heights. So you may have to use other factors to determine what\u2019s right for you.<\/p>\n<h2>Average Bed Height<\/h2>\n<p>A bed\u2019s profile can range between 18 and 36 inches, depending on what kind of bed it is. Platform beds tend to be lower profile, while antique beds are much higher. You can also customize the height of your traditional bed a bit. You could get a thicker or thinner mattress, and box springs\/mattress foundations can have several profile options.<\/p>\n<h3>Antique Beds<\/h3>\n<p>Antique beds are the tallest beds. These are statement pieces meant to convey luxury, elegance, and style. These beds stand at an average of 36 inches tall. They also usually come with elaborate decorated headboards and footboards that demand attention. They may have features like a canopy, and they\u2019re best suited for large master bedrooms with high ceilings.<\/p>\n<p>Taller sleepers might appreciate the height of antique bed frames. A height of 36 inches puts them just above knee height for extra tall people. On the other hand, people might not enjoy the nightly chore of clambering into bed.<\/p>\n<h3>Platform Beds<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/zomasleep.com\/blog\/what-is-a-platform-bed\">Platform beds<\/a> are the opposite of antique beds in just about every way. Instead of the high-profile, vintage opulence of the antique bed, platform beds offer sleek modernity. Platform bed profiles are usually around 18 inches.<\/p>\n<p>These bed frames also don\u2019t typically draw attention to themselves. They might or might not have headboards\/footboards. And they usually pull focus to the bedclothes themselves. These beds are great for shorter sleepers or those looking for a minimalist or industrial style.<\/p>\n<h3>Traditional Beds<\/h3>\n<p>Traditional beds have an average profile of 24 inches, which comes close to the average person\u2019s knee height. It might be just above or below yours. Traditional beds are more what you would think of as an everyday bed frame. They\u2019re normally affordable, and they\u2019re more stylistically versatile. Just about every conceivable design can be found at traditional bed height.<\/p>\n<h3>Adjustable Beds<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/zomasleep.com\/bed-bases\/adjustable-bed-frame\">Adjustable beds<\/a> usually have a similar height to a platform bed, ranging from 12 to 18 inches. It&#8217;s not uncommon for an adjustable bed to come with height-adjustable legs, so you may be able to change the bed&#8217;s height to suit your preferences. Some adjustable bases also have a zero-clearance design that lets you slip the base inside a pre-existing frame in place of a traditional mattress foundation.<\/p>\n<h2>Low-Profile Beds<\/h2>\n<p>Those who want a sleeker, more modern look often consider low-profile beds. Platform beds are the most common low-profile frames because they have slats and thus don\u2019t require a set of box springs or a mattress foundation. Platform beds come in a wide variety of materials, from wood to cast iron and steel. You can also get storage platform beds.<\/p>\n<p>If you already have a bed frame you like, you can also lower your bed\u2019s profile with <a href=\"https:\/\/zomasleep.com\/blog\/low-profile-box-spring\">low-profile box springs<\/a> or a low-profile mattress foundation. These bed bases have a height of two to six inches instead of the standard nine inches. Combining this with a thinner mattress (around nine inches) can cut up to 10 inches off the profile of your bed.<\/p>\n<h2>Raising the Bed&#8217;s Height<\/h2>\n<p>Just as you can establish a lower-profile bed, you can also take steps to raise a bed that&#8217;s too low for your liking. One inexpensive method is to use a set of <a href=\"https:\/\/zomasleep.com\/blog\/bed-risers\">bed risers<\/a>, which usually raise the bed by an inch or two but can raise a frame by as much as 12 inches. This method also increases the amount of under-bed storage space you have.<\/p>\n<p>You can also consider <a href=\"https:\/\/zomasleep.com\/blog\/mattress-thickness\">mattress thickness<\/a> and ask yourself if your bed is tall enough. As a reminder, we always recommend mattresses that are at least 10 inches thick for adults. Thinner mattresses may give out sooner, due to the decreased amount of materials.<\/p>\n<p>If your mattress is uncomfortable after years of use, you can revive its feel with a mattress topper. A mattress topper typically adds 1 to 2 inches of height and brands usually offer an array of <a href=\"https:\/\/zomasleep.com\/blog\/mattress-topper-sizes\">mattress topper sizes<\/a> suitable for most mattresses.<\/p>\n<h2>Considerations<\/h2>\n<p>When deciding on the best bed profile for you or your kids, there are a few considerations to keep in mind.<\/p>\n<h3>Height<\/h3>\n<p>Taller people need taller beds, and shorter people need lower beds. When searching for a new mattress or bed frame, measure your leg from the floor to your knee. Keep your number in mind while shopping.<\/p>\n<p>Remember, your bed being an inch or two above or below your knee is not something you\u2019re likely to notice. But you will notice several inches of difference. Also, remember the full height of your bed will be your frame\u2019s height, your bed base\u2019s height (if applicable), and your mattress\u2019s height combined.<\/p>\n<h3>Age<\/h3>\n<p>Of course, kids will grow, and their height needs will change. If you have younger kids and don\u2019t want to keep replacing their beds, you might consider getting them higher beds than what they need right now and purchasing steps to help them get in and out of bed while they\u2019re small.<\/p>\n<p>Elderly people might also need to think about their bed\u2019s height. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niams.nih.gov\/health-topics\/arthritis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Arthritis<\/a> and other age-related disabilities can make it seriously difficult to get in and out of bed. That means it\u2019s even more important to get the bed height correct. Typically, if you can sit on the edge of the bed with your feet flat on the floor and your thighs horizontal (or close to it), you have the right bed height.<\/p>\n<p>Even if you don\u2019t have mobility problems now, as you age, you might develop them. So you might want to consider adjusting your bed height appropriately before you get to that point.<\/p>\n<h3>Disability<\/h3>\n<p>Those with mobility issues have a more limited range of what their proper bed height can be. Non-disabled young people can bounce in and out of beds with lots of different profiles. However, those with limited mobility need to make sure their bed is knee-high and passes the sit test. Couples with one disabled partner should tailor their bed height to fit that partner\u2019s needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\t<section class=\"faq-wrap\">\n\t\t<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"accordion-box\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion-inside\">\n\t\t\t\t\t   \t<h3 class=\"faq-head toggle\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0);\">What\u2019s the best height for bunk beds?<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t    <div class=\"inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t      \t<p>With bunk beds, the bottom bunk is typically low-profile to make room for the top bunk. You\u2019ll need to think about both the top bunk\u2019s height and your ceiling height. Generally, you need no less than 33 inches between the top bunk\u2019s mattress and the ceiling, so there won\u2019t be any nighttime head injuries.<\/p>\n<p>That means if you have eight-foot ceilings, your bunk beds can be no taller than 63 inches to leave enough room to sit up in the top bed.\u00a0 Keep in mind this height is measured from the top of the mattress and not from the rails, which are normally higher than the mattress.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t    <\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion-inside\">\n\t\t\t\t\t   \t<h3 class=\"faq-head toggle\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0);\">Can bed height make it hard for me to get in and out of bed?<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t    <div class=\"inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t      \t<p>Yes, it can. If the bed is too high, you might have difficulty climbing into it. You might also have to slide or even jump out of it. If it\u2019s too low, it could put excessive muscle strain on your lower body to get in or out of bed.<\/p>\n<p>Struggling to get in and out of bed night after night can have a negative impact on your health. It could lead to strains, joint or back pain, and general discomfort. That\u2019s why it\u2019s so important for you to have a suitable bed height for your needs.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t    <\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion-inside\">\n\t\t\t\t\t   \t<h3 class=\"faq-head toggle\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0);\">Should I change my bed\u2019s height?<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t    <div class=\"inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t      \t<p>There are a couple of ways to tell if your bed\u2019s height is ideal for you. If your knee is within an inch or two of the same height as the top of your mattress, you don\u2019t need to change your bed height. If you can sit down on the bed with your feet flat on the floor and your thighs in a horizontal line, you also don\u2019t need to change your bed height.<\/p>\n<p>However, if you find your legs angling sharply downward or upward when you sit on the edge of your bed, you may need to alter its height accordingly. You may also need to change your bed\u2019s height if you find yourself struggling to get in and out of it.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t    <\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion-inside\">\n\t\t\t\t\t   \t<h3 class=\"faq-head toggle\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0);\">Does mattress thickness impact bed height?<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t    <div class=\"inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t      \t<p>Yes. Your mattress height is a big part of your bed\u2019s height. Depending on its thickness, your mattress can add anywhere from nine to 15 inches to the overall height of the bed. That means if you have an 18-inch bed frame, a nine-inch foundation, and a 12-inch mattress, the overall height of your bed will be 39 inches. You\u2019ll need to add all three components together to get the total height of your bed.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t    <\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion-inside\">\n\t\t\t\t\t   \t<h3 class=\"faq-head toggle\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0);\">What can I do to raise my bed height?<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t    <div class=\"inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t      \t<p>If you want to raise the height of a lower bed, there are several things you can do. Bed risers are plastic blocks you can put underneath your bed frame\u2019s legs. This option can raise the total profile of your bed up to a foot without you having to get a new mattress or bed base.<\/p>\n<p>Other options to raise your bed height include buying a thicker mattress or a taller mattress foundation\/box spring. 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