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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.
Full or Double. A full or double bed is 53 inches wide and 75 inches long, although measurements may vary slightly by manufacturer. Standard-size pillows fit it well, and vintage bedspreads or antique quilts usually fit. A double mattress may fit older bed frames or headboards that are too small for queen-or king-size mattresses.