UAE Standard Mattress Sizes: A Quick Recap
If you're not sure what "standard" even means in the UAE market, we've broken down every size — Single, Small Double, Queen, King, and everything in between — in our Mattress Size Guide for UAE. Worth reading first if you haven't already, since this post assumes you know roughly where your bed frame falls.
The short version: UAE size runs from 90x190 cm on the small end up to 200x200 cm for a true King. Most apartments built in the last 10-15 years across Dubai, Sharjah, and Abu Dhabi are built around these dimensions, and most bed frames sold locally -- including ours — are cut to match them. That's the baseline we're comparing here.
When Standard Sizing Doesn't Work
Standard sizes exist because most homes need them. But "most" isn't "all," and we get custom size enquiries every week from a fairly predictable set of situations.
Older apartment buildings in Sharjah and Abu Dhabi. A chunk of older housing stock — especially buildings from the 90s and early 2000s in areas like Al Nahda (Sharjah) or the older parts of Abu Dhabi Island — has bedroom layouts and built-in wardrobes designed around dimensions that don't line up with today's standard sizes. If your built-in headboard or wardrobe nook was measured before "standard UAE mattress size" was even a fixed thing, you may be dealing with a genuinely odd gap.
Imported bed frames. UAE households are unusually international, and a lot of people ship or bring furniture from the UK, Europe, or the US. A UK King (150x200 cm) is not the same as a UAE King (180x200 cm or 200x200 cm depending on the brand). If you've got a European or American frame, there's a real chance nothing off-the-shelf here fits it properly.
Boats and RVs. Marina living is common enough in Dubai and Abu Dhabi that this comes up more than you'd think. Boat berths and RV sleeping areas are built to the vessel's dimensions, not a mattress industry standard — so anyone furnishing a yacht cabin or a motorhome is looking at custom sizing almost by default.
Box rooms and awkward layouts. Some newer developments include a "box room" or maid's room that's technically bedroom sized but a few centimeters short in one direction for a standard mattress to sit comfortably without overhang or gap.
If none of these describe your situation, standard is almost certainly the better call — better value, faster turnaround, and no compromise on comfort.
What Custom Size Actually Costs
This is the part people actually want to know, so here it is straight: custom sizing on Zero G mattresses carries a price premium over the standard equivalent size, and the exact percentage depends on the model and how far off-standard your dimensions are (a 5 cm tweak costs less to produce than a completely bespoke boat mattress cut on three sides). You'll see the exact premium calculated live at checkout once you enter your dimensions on the product page's Custom Size selector — we don't hide it behind a quote request.
Lead time is the other real trade-off. Standard mattresses in stock sizes ship within days. Custom sizes need to go through cutting and re-assembly on our production line, which pushes delivery out to a matter of weeks rather than days. If you're on a tight move-in date, factor this in before you commit — custom is not a same-week solution.
Standard vs Custom: Side-by-Side
If you're ordering a custom size, don't assume the standard trial and warranty terms carry over automatically — ask before you pay, not after.
How to Order a Custom Size Mattress at Zero G
- Measure your frame or space precisely. Length, width, and depth, in centimeters. If there's a built-in headboard or footboard constraint, note that too.
- Pick your mattress model. Browse our mattress collection and choose the comfort layer and firmness you want — custom sizing is available across our range, not locked to one model.
- Use the Custom Size selector on the product page. Enter your exact dimensions. The price adjusts automatically so you see the real cost before you check out.
- Confirm lead time and terms with our team. Especially warranty and trial eligibility for your specific size and model — this varies enough that it's worth a quick check rather than an assumption.
- Place your order. Once confirmed, your mattress goes into production and ships to your address in Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, or wherever you're based in the UAE.
Not sure about your measurements or whether your space needs custom sizing at all? Visit our showroom or get in touch — we'll help you measure and figure out if standard works before you spend more on custom.
FAQs
How much more does a custom size mattress cost in the UAE? The premium depends on the mattress model and how far your dimensions deviate from standard UAE sizes — it's calculated automatically when you enter your measurements into the Custom Size selector on the product page. There's no flat percentage across all models, so check the live price on the specific mattress you want rather than assuming a fixed markup.
How long does a custom mattress take to deliver in Dubai/Sharjah? Custom mattresses take longer than standard because they go through a separate cutting and assembly process — typically several weeks rather than the few days it takes for an in stock standard size. Exact timelines depend on the model and complexity of your dimensions, so confirm with our team once you place your enquiry.
Can I get a custom size in any Zero G mattress model? Custom sizing is available across most of our mattress range, not restricted to a single model. Check the product page for the mattress you're interested in — if the Custom Size selector appears, that model supports it.
Does the 30-night trial apply to custom-size mattresses? Standard mattresses come with a 30-night trial, but custom-cut mattresses may follow different return terms since they're made to your specific dimensions and can't be resold as standard stock. Confirm the exact policy for your order before purchasing rather than assuming it matches standard terms.
What sizes count as "non-standard" in the UAE? Anything outside the common UAE range of roughly 90x190 cm to 200x200 cm — this includes imported frame sizes (like UK or US dimensions), boat and RV berths, and older apartment layouts with built-in headboards that don't match current sizing conventions. If your frame's dimensions don't match what's listed in our Mattress Size Guide, it's worth measuring carefully before you order standard.