How To Measure A Mattress

The top is the very crown highest point of the mattress.

How to measure a mattress.

String broom or yardstick. 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. Make sure the ruler or tape measure flat on the mattress. How to measure mattress sag in 5 steps.

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. How to measure bed height. See the diagram below for a handy visual reference you re on a tight budget. You will be able to use these measurements to see what type of bed you have in the next step.

If necessary repeat for box spring. Pull the steel measuring tape so it extends a few inches from its housing. Use a tape measure or fabric ruler to do your measuring. Step 1 strip the bed of all bedding.

Make sure your mattress is bare while taking the measurement. Measure in inches from the bottom where it rests on the box spring to the top of the mattress including any pillow top. Measure from the left side to the right side of your mattress to get the width. People often assume the upper seam is the top of the mattress it s not.

Measure the width in inches of the mattress from side to side. Measure the length in inches from the head of the mattress to the foot of the mattress. 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. You will want to measure it from the exact edge step 2 grab a retractable measuring tape.

Measure from the bottom of the foundation not the floor to the top of the mattress. Any extra materials on top of the mattress may alter your results or make it. Alternatively you can measure a space in your house to see what size bed will fit comfortably. Place the end of the tape so it touches the bottom of the sagging portion of your mattress alongside the string.

Remove all bedding from your mattress including sheets pads and foam toppers so you can accurately measure the depression. If necessary repeat for box spring. If necessary repeat for box spring. Mattresses can curve outward on the sides so make sure you re measuring from the widest point on each side of the mattress.