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Quick Answer. A double size bed, commonly referred to as full size, measures 54 inches wide by 75 inches long. The height varies from as little as 4 inches to over 17 inches, depending on manufacturer and construction. Continue Reading.
If anyone has any ideas of the size of European double beds, I would appreciate it. John, a double bed is similar to two twins put right next to each other. You usually get two 100cm x 200cm, two 90cm x 200cm or 90cm x 190cm mattresses. 200cm x 200cm is exactly the size of a US king, 180cm x 200cm is US queen size. French beds are different, there you usually get one mattress sized 140cm x 200cm or 160cm x 200cm.