How To Measure A Mattress

See the diagram below for a handy visual reference you re on a tight budget.

How to measure a mattress.

People often assume the upper seam is the top of the mattress it s not. If you only measure up to the upper seam the actual bed height could be off by as much as 3 inches. Measure the length in inches from the head of the mattress to the foot of the mattress. Use a tape measure or fabric ruler to do your measuring.

Place the end of the tape so it touches the bottom of the sagging portion of your mattress alongside the string. Mattresses can curve outward on the sides so make sure you re measuring from the widest point on each side of the mattress. You will want to measure it from the exact edge step 2 grab a retractable measuring tape. Make sure the ruler or tape measure flat on the mattress.

You will be able to use these measurements to see what type of bed you have in the next step. The top is the very crown highest point of the mattress. Always measure the distance from the floor to the top of the surface on which you will place the mattress so you know what you re getting into. Measure the width and the length of the mattress from one outer edge to the other outer edge that is from left seam to the right seam for width and from top head to the bottom foot for the length.

Measure in inches from the bottom where it rests on the box spring to the top of the mattress including any pillow top. If necessary repeat for box spring. Remove all bedding from your mattress including sheets pads and foam toppers so you can accurately measure the depression. You may ask a friend to help you hold the measuring tape if it does not lock into place step 3 keep a pen and paper nearby to write down the measurements for future reference.

Alternatively you can measure a space in your house to see what size bed will fit comfortably. Painter s tape only needed if string is used measuring tape or ruler any type of measuring tape can be used but a stiff type such as steel measuring tape is preferable step 1. String broom or yardstick. Step 1 strip the bed of all bedding.

Things you will need. How to measure mattress sag in 5 steps. Pull the steel measuring tape so it extends a few inches from its housing. Make sure your mattress is bare while taking the measurement.

How to measure bed height. Any extra materials on top of the mattress may alter your results or make it. If necessary repeat for box spring. If necessary repeat for box spring.