Here at Get Laid Beds, we take pride in providing bespoke wooden beds that fit your exact requirements. This means high quality, custom size handmade beds that are made specifically to fit your space. It also means a whole host of styles, designs and options to choose from.
While building your dream bed can be exciting, you’d be surprised at how often people skip step one of the processes – measuring your bedroom. After all, the last thing you want when your order arrives is to be scratching your head wondering will the bed fit through a door.
Fear not, as we’ve put together a helpful guide to measuring your bedroom specifically to get the right size bed for you. Find out how to measure room size and how this applies to your choice of bed, here.
Why is measuring your bedroom important?
Measuring your bedroom is a crucial step in deciding the size of the bed, as it ensures the bed fits well within the available space, allows for proper clearance and functionality, and contributes to the overall aesthetics of the room.
The size of your bedroom will determine the maximum dimensions of the bed that can comfortably fit in the space. Measuring the room ensures that the bed you choose is not too large to overwhelm the space or too small to leave unnecessary gaps.
Measuring also allows you to consider the necessary clearance space around the bed. Adequate clearance is essential for ease of movement around the bed, access to wardrobes, and overall comfort in the room.
How to measure the size of a room for your bed
Measuring the size of a room for your bed is a straightforward process that can ensure you choose the right bed size for a comfortable and well-proportioned bedroom. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to do it.
Start by clearing any furniture, clutter, or obstacles from the area where you plan to place the bed. You want a clear and unobstructed space for accurate measurements. You will need a tape measure to take precise measurements. A retractable tape measure is ideal for this task.
Stand at one side of the room and extend the tape measure to the opposite wall. Measure the width of the room from one side to the other. If the room has alcoves or indentations, measure the width at the narrowest point to ensure the bed will fit.
Next, position yourself against a wall and extend the tape measure to the opposite end of the room. Measure the length of the room from one wall to the other.
To ensure comfortable movement around the bed, consider the clearance space you'll need. Leave enough room for opening doors, accessing closets, and comfortably walking around the bed without feeling cramped.
If you plan to have additional furniture in the room, such as dressers or nightstands, consider their dimensions and how they will fit alongside the bed. Once you have the measurements, visualize how the bed will fit in the room and where it will be most suitable for optimal use and aesthetics. Remember, it's essential to measure not only the room's dimensions but also any alcoves, protrusions, or clearance space needed to ensure a well-fitted and functional bed in your bedroom.
Making sure the package fits
If you’re opting for a larger bed, bear in mind that the packaging may reflect this added heft. As such, you’ll want to measure the front door to ensure it can fit through with ease.
To check if your largest box can fit, open the door as wide as possible. Measure from the outer edge of the door to the narrowest point on the other side of the door frame. If the width of your largest box is less than the measured width of the door frame, then the box should fit.
Now that you've ensured that your order fits through the front door, the next consideration is your hallway and internal doors. Measure the width of your hallway and internal doors at their narrowest points to make sure the product can pass through smoothly.
Take note of any potential obstructions like radiators, shelving, or fixed furniture that might hinder its path. If all your measurements indicate that the height of the box is within the available space, it should be feasible to carry it through your home without any issues.
How to measure bed size to fit your room
Finally, it’s just a case of picking a bed size. When figuring out how to measure bed size for your room, you must determine how much space you have to play with. When measuring your bedroom, allocate a certain amount of the room to where your bed will be. This will indicate the exact size of bed that you need.
With your measurements in hand, all that’s left to do is to pick out your ideal wooden bed. Whether you’re looking for something large and lavish or a smaller space-saver, you can find the perfect solution at Get Laid Beds.
