Highgrove Bristol Ortho Crib 5 Contract Mattress
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Highgrove Bristol Ortho Crib 5 Contract Mattress
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- A shared size for typical rooms: At 135cm wide, the UK double gives a couple a proper shared bed without dominating an average UK bedroom the way a UK king can.
- 67.5cm each for two sharing: Two people get 67.5cm each across the width, which is workable for most couples, although restless or broad-shouldered pairs will notice the limit.
- Room for bedside tables: In a bedroom around the 3m x 3m mark, a 135cm-wide bed usually still leaves space for bedside tables on both sides, which the UK king often doesn't.
- Easy to dress and replace: Double sheets and 200 x 200cm duvets are stocked everywhere at every price, useful if this bed is one line on a long furnishing list.
- The safe guest room choice: For a spare room that hosts visiting couples, the UK double is the size most guests expect, in a footprint most second bedrooms can take.
This size suits you if...
You're a couple furnishing a typical UK bedroom and want the classic shared size, you're kitting out a guest room that needs to sleep two comfortably, or you sleep alone, sometimes with a dog or cat claiming a corner, and want more room than a UK single without giving up floor space.
Consider another size if...
You and your partner both want more personal space than 67.5cm each, or your room comfortably exceeds 3m x 3m. We'd recommend the UK king instead, which is 15cm wider than the UK double.
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Is the Highgrove Bristol Ortho in a UK double big enough for two adults?
For most couples, yes. The UK double gives two people sharing 67.5cm of width each, which has been the British standard for shared beds for decades. That said, if either of you moves around a lot at night or you share with children or pets, the UK king's extra 15cm of width is a real comfort gain.
What room size do I need for the UK double Highgrove Bristol Ortho?
We suggest allowing at least 2.6m x 2.8m, with around 3m x 3m the comfortable norm. That leaves walking space on both sides and, in most layouts, room for bedside tables. The mattress itself is 135 x 190cm, so measure your floor with wardrobe and drawer clearance in mind before committing.
How much smaller is the UK double than the UK king for this mattress?
The UK double is 15cm narrower than the UK king, and at 190cm long it's also the shorter of the two. In a modest bedroom that 15cm often decides whether both bedside tables fit. If you're over 6ft 3in tall, the length is worth checking against your height as well.
Will a UK double mattress get up a narrow staircase?
Usually, since a 135 x 190cm mattress can be tilted and flexed around most turns, including the tight landings common in older terraces and new builds. Highgrove doesn't publish a weight or delivery format for this model, so ask the retailer listed on this page whether it arrives rolled or flat before ordering.
Is the UK double a good choice for a solo sleeper?
Yes, and it's a popular one. The UK double is 45cm wider than the UK single, so you can spread out, share with a pet, or have the odd guest stay over, while keeping a footprint that suits a first flat or second bedroom. Just be sure the room clears our suggested 2.6m x 2.8m minimum.