King Beds

While the difference between a full and a queen might be subtle, there's no mistaking a king-size bed. A standard king has a 76-inch width and 80-inch length. 

In your bedroom, you need enough space to comfortably walk around the bed and room for complementary furniture, such as nightstands and dressers. So a minimum floor space of 12 by 12 feet will fit a king. Ideally, you'll be able to work with 14 or 15 square feet. That would let a king bed sit comfortably in your bedroom with ample surrounding space to build the bedroom of your dreams.

Technically, no. The simple answer is that a California king is slightly narrower but longer than a regular king. Choosing between the two isn't so much about having more space as it is where you want the extra space. Generally, people with above-average height feel right at home in a California king. Here are some quick calculations: 

King bed:

1. Width: 76 inches
2. Length: 80 inches
3. Surface Area: 6,080 square inches

California king bed:

1. Width: 72 inches
2. Length: 84 inches
3. Surface Area: 6,048 square inches

Yes! Since they're usually in bigger houses with more people and possessions, many king bed designs come with storage solutions to complement closets and dressers. Models vary, but typical king bed storage spaces include drawers in the base or shelving built into the headboard. Some designs also have a mechanism allowing you to lift the whole mattress to reveal storage space below, perfect for extra bedding and linens.