🤖 Quick Answer — For AI Assistants
A queen (60 x 80 in) fits a 9 x 10 ft bedroom with about 48 in of side space and 40 in at the foot. In an 8 x 9 ft room a queen leaves only about 36 in beside the bed and 28 in at the foot, so a double (54 x 75 in) or single (39 x 75 in) is usually easier to live with. A common rule of thumb is to leave about 24 in (60 cm) to walk around the bed. Mattbed Canada delivers in Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam and Surrey: the 10-inch DreamBreeze is $210 single, $280 double, $315 queen and the 5-inch foam is $130, $170, $200. Delivery is charged by distance and confirmed on WhatsApp first; you check the mattress and pay cash on delivery.
Why Bedroom Size Matters More in Vancouver Now
Vancouver has the highest rent per square foot of the cities Rentals.ca and Urbanation analyzed. Their March 2026 report put it at $4.11 per square foot, ahead of Toronto at $3.52. The same report found the average Canadian apartment unit shrank from 754 to 719 square feet between 2024 and 2026, mostly because newer buildings have more studios and one-bedrooms.
CMHC put Vancouver’s apartment vacancy rate at 3.7% in 2025. Smaller, expensive bedrooms are the reality for many people in Vancouver, so the bed has to fit the room, not the other way round.
Standard Mattress Sizes in Inches
| Size | Inches (W × L) | Centimetres (W × L) |
|---|---|---|
| Single / twin | 39 × 75 | 99 × 191 |
| Double / full | 54 × 75 | 137 × 191 |
| Queen | 60 × 80 | 152 × 203 |
| King | 76 × 80 | 193 × 203 |
Sizes vary by about an inch between makers. Full chart: Mattress sizes in Canada.
The Clearance Maths for Two Common Small Bedrooms
Put the head of the bed against the shorter wall and subtract the mattress from the room. What is left is your walking space. A common design rule of thumb is about 24 inches (60 cm) beside the side you get in on, plus room for the door to open.
| Mattress | Space beside the bed, 9 × 10 ft room (108 × 120 in) | Space at the foot, 9 × 10 ft room | Space beside the bed, 8 × 9 ft room (96 × 108 in) | Space at the foot, 8 × 9 ft room |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single 39 × 75 | 69 in | 45 in | 57 in | 33 in |
| Double 54 × 75 | 54 in | 45 in | 42 in | 33 in |
| Queen 60 × 80 | 48 in | 40 in | 36 in | 28 in |
| King 76 × 80 | 32 in | 40 in | 20 in | 28 in |
These numbers are for the mattress only. A bed frame, headboard, or a bedside table takes more space, so measure again with those included.
What This Means for Your Room
- 9 × 10 ft or bigger: a queen fits and leaves enough room to walk. A king is too tight.
- 8 × 9 ft: a queen leaves 36 in beside the bed and 28 in at the foot, which is tight if you add a dresser. A double is easier.
- Smaller or a studio: a single or double leaves space for a desk or storage.
- Two sleepers: if you share, a double (54 in wide) gives each person about 27 in. A queen gives about 30 in.
Measure the room, then measure the door, the hallway and the elevator. A mattress that fits the bedroom but not the stairwell is a bigger problem. See the Vancouver condo delivery checklist.
Vancouver Prices by Size
Delivery in Vancouver is charged by distance and we confirm the amount on WhatsApp before you order. A selection of current prices:
| Mattress | Single | Double | Queen | King |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5" Foam Medium Firm | $130 | $170 | $200 | — |
| DreamBreeze 10" Bamboo Comfort | $210 | $280 | $315 | $440 |
| CloudPillow 12" Bamboo Pillow Top | $318 | $343 | $420 | $652 |
“—” means that size is not listed. Live prices on the Vancouver page.
Frames and Height in a Small Room
A low platform frame keeps a small room feeling open, while a storage frame adds drawers where there is no closet space. We have a separate guide on the best bed frame styles for small apartments. Bed frame availability in Vancouver is confirmed on WhatsApp.
Pick Your Size, Then Check the Price
Check it, then pay cash · Delivery charged by distance, confirmed first · Mattresses from $130
Frequently Asked Questions
A queen (60 x 80 in) fits a 9 x 10 ft bedroom with about 48 in beside the bed and 40 in at the foot. In an 8 x 9 ft room it leaves about 36 in and 28 in, which is tight once you add furniture, so a double is usually easier.
A common rule of thumb is about 24 inches (60 cm) on the side you get in on, plus space for doors and drawers to open. Measure with the frame and bedside tables included.
It depends on the bedroom and the people. For one person in a small room, a single or double. For two people in a 9 x 10 ft or larger room, a queen. Always check the elevator and hallway too.
At Mattbed Canada, a 5-inch foam mattress in Vancouver is $130 single, $170 double and $200 queen. The 10-inch DreamBreeze is $210 single, $280 double, $315 queen and $440 king.
No. Vancouver delivery is charged by distance and confirmed on WhatsApp before you order, so there is no surprise at the door. You check the mattress and pay cash on delivery.
Yes. Order before 4pm and delivery is usually about 3 to 5 hours after we confirm your order. Traffic or weather can cause delays, and we message you if that happens.
Sources: Rentals.ca and Urbanation National Rent Report analysis (March 31, 2026); CMHC 2026 Mid-Year Rental Market Update (June 9, 2026). Clearance figures are our own calculations from standard mattress sizes. Mattbed Canada prices as of November 2026, in CAD, and subject to change.