Mattress Sizes vs. Pillow Sizes
Comparing 2 standards across 14 specifications. 14 key differences identified.
Standard mattress dimensions governed by the International Sleep Products Association (ISPA) establish universal residential bedding sizes. Spanning Twin (38×75"), Full (54×75"), Queen (60×80"), Eastern King (76×80"), and California King (72×84"), sizes coordinate precisely with bed frames and fitted sheets.
Bedding pillows are standardized in width and length to coordinate with standard mattress widths. Spanning Standard (20×26"), Queen (20×30"), and King (20×36") alongside square Euro shams (26×26") and full-length body pillows (20×54"), pillow pairs fit flush across headboards without overhang or center gaps.
Specification Comparison Table
14 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
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Governing Standards
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ISPA / 16 CFR Part 1633 (Federal Flammability) | ISPA / Textile Standard Sizing |
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Crib Mattress
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28 × 52 inches (71 × 132 cm) | Standard toddler beds | — |
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Twin (Single)
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38 × 75 inches (96.5 × 190.5 cm) | 2,850 sq in | — |
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Twin XL
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38 × 80 inches (96.5 × 203.2 cm) | Standard university dorms | — |
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Full / Double
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54 × 75 inches (137 × 190.5 cm) | 4,050 sq in | — |
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Queen
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60 × 80 inches (152.5 × 203.2 cm) | 4,800 sq in (Most popular) | — |
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King (Eastern King)
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76 × 80 inches (193 × 203.2 cm) | 6,080 sq in (Equals 2 Twin XLs) | — |
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California King (Western)
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72 × 84 inches (183 × 213.5 cm) | 6,048 sq in (4" narrower, 4" longer than King) | — |
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Standard Pillow
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— | 20 × 26 inches (51 × 66 cm) | Fits Twin and Full beds |
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Super Standard Pillow
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— | 20 × 28 inches (51 × 71 cm) | Extra comfort width |
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Queen Pillow
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— | 20 × 30 inches (51 × 76 cm) | Two span a 60" Queen mattress |
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King Pillow
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— | 20 × 36 inches (51 × 91 cm) | Two span a 76" King mattress |
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Euro Square Sham
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— | 26 × 26 inches (66 × 66 cm) | Decorative headboard backdrop |
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Body Pillow
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— | 20 × 54 inches (51 × 137 cm) | Full body pregnancy/orthopedic support |