Last updated: 09.09.2025
We understand there is nothing better than delving into a gorgeous new bed and knowing you have picked the perfect one for you and your home. From the excitement of choosing your beautiful French bed frame to pairing it with our luxurious French bedding, there are so many exciting possibilities and opportunities.
When it comes to beds, we know that size matters. We’d always recommend choosing a bigger bed (if you have the space) for comfort and luxury, especially when sharing with a partner, or welcoming in the kids on a Sunday morning. Before investing in your dream Emperor bed, it’s worth understanding what makes this size so special. In this ultimate guide, we’ll answer all of your questions and help you understand why an Emperor bed is the perfect fit for your home.
What is an Emperor Bed?
An Emperor bed is the largest bed size available in the UK, measuring an incredible 7’0” x7’0”, meaning there is ample room for stretching out and ensuring you are at the peak of comfort and ready for a restful night’s sleep!
Emperor size beds are the ultimate in both elegance and well-being, providing you with an incredible amount of space to enjoy hitting your eight hour sleep goal.
If you are looking to treat yourself to a timeless emperor sized bed, look no further than our impressive selection of magnificent emperor sized bed frames and luxury emperor mattresses.
What size is an Emperor Bed?
Incredibly, an Emperor sized bed measures an amazing 7’0” x7’0”, whilst the frames can vary around this size dependent on the design. We always recommend measuring to allow room for the frame within your bedroom, as the intricate designs of our opulent beds can add additional size.
With such a luxuriously sized bed, it’s important to have a dreamy emperor mattress. At French Bedroom, we are proud to sell both Vispring mattresses. and our own brand French Bedroom Paris Collection mattresses. Vispring mattresses are the epitome of luxury and with the choice of eight levels of comfort, we are sure to have the best one to suit you and yours, making sure you have the perfect night’s sleep in your new bed.
Emperor size bed versus super king.
Whilst a Super King size bed measures 6’0” x 6’6”, an Emperor size bed measures 7’0” x 7’0”, meaning there is an additional foot in width and half a foot in length.
This then correlates with the bed frame, so although a Super King size bed is still an incredibly sized bed to boast within your boudoir, an emperor allows you even more room to snuggle under the covers.
We understand that when it comes to choosing your perfect bed, size matters, which is why we’d always recommend choosing the biggest bed your bedroom allows for both comfort and beauty.
What is the biggest bed size?
The largest bed size available in the UK is the Emperor Bed. Therefore, if you're looking for a sumptuous luxury French bed to sink into after a long day, or for sitting and drinking your Sunday morning coffee whilst reading your book - the emperor bed really is the perfect choice.
There is of course room to stretch and roll, and when paired with the perfect mattress and fine linen, still provides a cosy escape for you to retreat to.
Naturally, the bed is the most important part of the bedroom, and we believe that an emperor bed is the piste de resistance!
For more information on UK bed sizes, read our blog here.
Emperor Size Mattresses
An emperor size bed is made to fit a 7ft by 7ft mattress, which is the largest standard mattress size available. We would recommend the Paris Pillow Top 3000 Luxury Mattress, with Personalisation for your emperor bed, offering high level comfort, hand-crafted from the most luxury quality natural materials – it’s completely delightful.
We also absolutely love our Vispring Imperial Luxury Mattress, also made by natural materials. The Imperial mattress is an absolute indulgence forming the pathway to a heavenly sleep!
It’s worth mentioning that you can enjoy 10% off all of our luxury mattresses when bought with any French bed, so there is no better time to treat yourself.
How do I know whether I have the room for an Emperor bed frame?
Before purchasing your prestigious emperor sized bed, we recommend measuring the space you have in your room to ensure you have sufficient space.
Use tape measures to plot out the space of the bed frame on your floor in the position you would like to have it, allowing for slight wiggle room.
It is crucial you measure for the frame and not just the mattress, as all of our hand-carved, intricately designed beds have to be slightly wider and longer than the mattress itself to ensure it supports the mattress correctly whilst still being a luxurious piece that is made to last a lifetime.
We also recommend measuring your door frames to make sure there is room for both the mattress and frame to fit through.
All of our striking Emperor sized bed frame measurements can be found on the correlating ‘colour and size’ tab through our website.
Why Choose an Emperor Bed?
Unmatched space - at 7ft x 7ft, Emperor beds are the UK’s largest standard size, giving you room to stretch, sprawl, or share without compromise.
Perfect for couples and families - ideal if children or pets like to join you, or if you and your partner value extra personal space.
Luxury statement piece - the scale of an Emperor bed instantly creates a grand focal point in any bedroom. Play with sumptuous textures and colours, as our Love Story Cocoon Bed in Mole Velvet is the very definition of opulence and timeless luxury.
Exceptional comfort - paired with a premium mattress, the extra width and length offer superior sleep quality.
Future-proof investment - timeless and durable, an Emperor bed adapts to your needs for years to come, and will be passed down through generations as a treasured family heirloom.
Styling versatility - available in a range of designs, from elegant French rattan to plush upholstered, there’s an Emperor bed to suit every interior.
How do I Get An Emperor Bed Up The Stairs?
You have chosen your gorgeous emperor bed, but now you have to get it up the stairs. It may seem a daunting task, but there a few things we recommend to help make the process as easy as possible.
Before you purchase, we suggest measuring your staircases and corners – keeping in mind the bed dimensions – especially the headboard.
With the Emperor bed being the largest, it is important to keep note of the length, too, and ensure it can be pivoted up the stairs and around the landings.
It is a great idea to create a cardboard cut out the same dimensions as your new emperor bed to ensure it can be manoeuvred safely before you take the delivery. You can find our complete guide on bed and mattress fitting, here.
How do I style my Emperor French bed?
Now the exciting finishing touch – styling your beautiful new French bed. From blankets and bedspreads to our luxury pillows – there are so many gorgeous options.
We absolutely love our Romance Ruffle Cotton Bed Linen Set, which is made from 100% cotton, with a delicate ruffled Oxford edge trim. Perfect for a luxurious night's sleep as well as looking exceptional too.
To keep you cosy in the upcoming winter months, we recommend styling this with the Handblocked Bloom Bedspread.
It can also double us as a cosy throw for when you’re curled up watching TV or reading your favourite magazine – not only this, but it also gives your room a subtle pop of colour too which we absolutely love.
To read more about how to style your emperor bed here.
Shop Emperor BedsFAQs
To comfortably fit an Emperor bed, you’ll need a bedroom at least 12ft x 12ft (3.7m x 3.7m). This allows space not only for the frame itself but also for movement around the bed and other furniture.
Remember that our intricately carved French frames, like the Clair de Lune Emperor Bed, add extra dimensions, so always check product measurements on the ‘Colour & Size’ tab in the product descriptions before purchasing.
You will need Emperor-specific bedding to fit your bed properly. At French Bedroom, our Emperor bedding sets and duvets are designed to drape elegantly over the sides, giving that luxurious, tucked-in finish.
Emperor beds are best suited to larger rooms, but they can still work in medium-sized bedrooms with careful styling.
Choose lighter colours, slim bedside tables, and an upholstered or rattan Emperor bed, like the Love Story Naturelle Linen Upholstered Emperor Bed, to keep the look airy and balanced.
Always measure before purchasing to ensure walkways and doors are clear.
Yes. A Super King measures 6ft x 6ft'6in (180cm x 200cm), while an Emperor bed is 7ft x 7ft (215cm x 215cm).
That extra foot in width and half-foot in length makes all the difference for couples, families, or anyone who enjoys more room to stretch.
Our Emperor beds are designed in sections (headboard, footboard, side rails, and slats) so they can be dismantled and carried upstairs more easily.
Before delivery, measure staircases, doorways, and landings. For tricky access, we recommend creating a cardboard cut-out of the headboard size to test manoeuvrability.
If you would like your new furniture assembled, we offer our White Glove Service. Our delivery team is experienced in handling large, luxury beds with care.
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