{"id":14677,"date":"2021-07-08T19:28:03","date_gmt":"2021-07-09T02:28:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordpress-441754-2697250.cloudwaysapps.com\/?p=14677"},"modified":"2023-12-06T13:38:28","modified_gmt":"2023-12-06T20:38:28","slug":"bed-height","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sleepjunkie.com\/bed-height\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the Best Bed Height?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n    <div class=\"fastfacts fastfacts--blue\">\n        <div class=\"header\">\n            <strong class=\"title\">FAST FACTS<\/strong>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"content\">\n            \n<ul>\n<li>The ideal bed height for an individual is determined by their height, age, and comfort. The top of the mattress should be at knee level, ensuring ease of getting in and out of bed, especially for older individuals or those with joint pain.<\/li>\n<li>Different types of beds have varying standard heights, such as platform beds with an average height of 18 inches, traditional beds at around 24 inches, and antique beds standing at 36 inches.<\/li>\n<li>Adjusting bed height is possible through the use of bed risers to increase height or the addition of a thinner, low-profile box spring to reduce height.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n\n<p>While many people don\u2019t necessarily think about the height of their bed, this is an important aspect of your long-term sleep comfort. The ideal bed height for each person depends primarily on how tall they are. In this article, we take a closer look at different bed heights and how you can determine the best bed height for you.<\/p>\n<h2>What Factors Affect Ideal Bed Height?<\/h2>\n<p>Someone\u2019s ideal bed height depends on three main factors: height, age, and comfort. Height is a factor because the top of your mattress should be at about the same level as your knees. As people get older, it\u2019s hard to stoop down or lift themselves into bed, so bed height becomes more necessary for their overall comfort.<\/p>\n<h3>Height<\/h3>\n<p>Since each mattress should hit everyone at about their knee level, tall people generally require taller beds. There are a couple of ways to know if your bed is the right height for you:<\/p>\n<p>The first way is to stand at the side of the bed. From here, see if the top of your mattress is about even with your knees. If it is, your bed is the right height for you.<\/p>\n<p>The second way to tell if you have the proper bed height\u00a0is to sit on the very edge of your bed. Place your feet flat on the floor and see if your lap is level with your hips. If your knees dip below the level of your hips, the bed is too tall. However, if your knees are lifted above your hips, the bed is too short.<\/p>\n<h3>Age<\/h3>\n<p>Children and young adults usually don\u2019t have any problem climbing into a tall bed or lowering themselves into a low bed. However, as we get older and develop <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niams.nih.gov\/health-topics\/kids\/healthy-joints\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">joint pain<\/a>, climbing into a bed gets harder and harder.<\/p>\n<p>This is why the right bed height is especially important for older or injured sleepers. Before you commit to a new bed, practice getting in and out of it to make sure it is the right height for your sleep needs. You should also make sure you have a good <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepjunkie.com\/best-mattress-for-seniors\/\">mattress for seniors<\/a> with a responsive surface.<\/p>\n<p>Some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepjunkie.com\/best-adjustable-bed-for-seniors\/\">adjustable beds for seniors<\/a> even have customizable heights, so older individuals can play around and discover what works with their needs.<\/p>\n<h3>Comfort<\/h3>\n<p>Like all other aspects of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepjunkie.com\/most-comfortable-mattress\/\">most comfortable mattresses<\/a>, what matters most is what helps you sleep well and get out of bed easily. Each person has unique sleep needs, and their best bed height is whatever helps them feel safe getting in and out of bed.<\/p>\n<h2>What Are Typical Bed Heights?<\/h2>\n<p>Most bed types have standard heights. These are helpful to know when you are looking for a new bed frame\u2014it can make it easier to find one that suits your height and sleep needs. Here are a few standard types of beds and their average heights.<\/p>\n<h3>Platform Beds<\/h3>\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepjunkie.com\/best-platform-beds\/\">platform bed<\/a> is a popular, modern-style bed frame that is usually relatively low to the ground. The entire platform height (frame and mattress) is about 18 inches tall.<\/p>\n<p>The platform is designed to replace a box spring and goes exceptionally well with memory foam, latex, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepjunkie.com\/best-hybrid-mattress\/\">hybrid mattresses<\/a>. The even, solid surface works with these bouncy materials to provide firm support. This sleek frame is best suited for short to average-sized sleepers who don\u2019t have joint pain.<\/p>\n<h3>Traditional Beds<\/h3>\n<p>This type of bed is the most common and is usually inexpensive. Standing 24 inches tall, this bed is around knee height for the majority of sleepers. It usually requires a box spring, which is one reason why it stands taller than the platform bed. The surface of the bed frame is often made of metal or wooden slats, providing the sleeper with healthy support.<\/p>\n<p>We should note that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepjunkie.com\/do-memory-foam-mattresses-need-box-springs\/\">box spring isn&#8217;t right for memory foam mattresses<\/a> and other modern types such as hybrids. Only traditional innerspring mattresses benefit from a box spring.<\/p>\n<p>See our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepjunkie.com\/box-spring-vs-foundation\/\">foundations and box springs<\/a> to better understand what support your mattress needs.<\/p>\n<h3>Antique Beds<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepjunkie.com\/antique-bed-mattress\/\">Antique bed frames<\/a> are large statement pieces that stand taller than either of the frames listed above. At 36 inches tall, this frame demands attention. An ornate headboard and footboard draw the eye even more. The height of this bed frame makes it best suited for tall sleepers; sleepers who are older or petite have a hard time climbing in and out of an antique bed.<\/p>\n<h2>How to Adjust Your Bed&#8217;s Height<\/h2>\n<p>Sometimes it takes a while for a sleeper to realize that their bed is not the right size for them. The good news is there are easy ways to adjust your bed\u2019s height by a couple of inches, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepjunkie.com\/bed-risers\/\">bed risers<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>If your bed is too short, an easy way to make it taller is by adding a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepjunkie.com\/best-memory-foam-mattress-topper\/\">memory foam mattress topper<\/a>. Toppers sit on the surface of your mattress and can be anywhere from 2 to 8 inches thick.<\/p>\n<p>Beds that are too tall are a bit more complicated to adjust, and we do not recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepjunkie.com\/can-you-put-a-mattress-on-the-floor\/\">keeping your mattress on the floor<\/a> permanently. So here are a few ways to make your bed shorter:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Buy a thinner, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepjunkie.com\/low-profile-box-spring\/\">low-profile box spring<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Take the castors or wheels off the legs of the bed frame.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Invest in a lower bed frame.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While many people don\u2019t necessarily think about the height of their bed, this is an important aspect of your long-term sleep comfort. The ideal bed height for each person depends primarily on how tall they are. 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