California King Bed: Extra Length for Taller Sleepers

For those who need more legroom than a standard King provides, the California King bed is a popular solution. Known for its longer dimensions, the California King has become a favorite among taller sleepers and design enthusiasts alike. At Candace & Basil, we specialize in luxury upholstered bed frames made in-house from scratch — and we can also source a California King mattress and bedding to complete the package.

What is a California King Bed?

A California King mattress typically measures 72 inches wide by 84 inches long. Here’s how it compares:

• Standard King: 76” x 80”

• California King: 72” x 84”

• Texas King: 80” x 98”

• Wyoming King: 84” x 84”

• Alaskan King: 108” x 108”

The California King is slimmer but longer than a standard King, making it ideal for tall sleepers while still offering plenty of width.

Who is the California King Bed For?

The California King is perfect for:

• Tall individuals who want extra legroom.

• Couples who don’t mind a slightly narrower bed than a King.

• Design-forward homeowners who prefer a longer, leaner look in their bedroom.

• Bedrooms that can comfortably fit a 6-foot-wide bed but benefit from additional length.

The Challenges of Buying a California King Bed

While more common than Texas, Wyoming, or Alaskan Kings, California Kings can still present challenges:

• Limited frame availability at mainstream furniture stores.

• Mattresses and bedding aren’t as widely stocked as standard King.

• Sourcing issues for custom styles or designs.

How Candace & Basil Makes It Easy

Because we build all of our upholstered bed frames in-house, we can create a California King in any style, finish, or fabric. Whether you want something sleek and modern or a bold custom statement piece, we’ll make it possible.

And if you’re having trouble finding the rest, we can also help with:

• Mattress sourcing — connecting you with reliable suppliers for the right size.

• Bedding sourcing — ensuring fitted sheets, duvets, and other essentials match perfectly.

• Custom designs — whether you’d like to tweak one of our existing models or bring us your own design concept, we’ll make it from scratch.

Is a California King Right for You?

Before choosing a California King, consider:

• Do you or your partner need extra length for comfortable sleep?

• Do you have the bedroom space (at least 12x12 ft recommended)?

• Are you okay with slightly less width than a standard King?

If the answer is yes, the California King could be the perfect solution.

Ready for Your Custom California King Bed?

At Candace & Basil, we’re proud to create luxury upholstered bed frames made in-house, from framing to upholstery. Whether you need a California King, Texas King, Wyoming King, Alaskan King, or even a completely custom size, we’ll build your dream bed and help source the mattress and bedding to complete it.

Contact us today for a custom quote and let’s design a California King bed that’s built just for you.