Furniture Dimensions That Fit Real Rooms
A sofa can fit against a wall and still leave no comfortable way around it. Use these typical dimensions as a starting point, then measure the exact piece, the route into the room, and the space needed to use it.
All measurements below are approximate. Furniture sizes vary by maker, and bed names vary by region. Width is the space across the front of a piece, depth is how far it projects into the room, and height is measured from the floor.
Seating
Seating often determines the rest of a living room layout. Check the full depth of a sofa as carefully as its width.
Sofas and chairs
| Piece | Typical width | Typical depth | Typical height |
|---|---|---|---|
| Two seat sofa | 150 to 180 cm | 85 to 100 cm | 75 to 90 cm |
| Three seat sofa | 190 to 240 cm | 85 to 100 cm | 75 to 90 cm |
| Armchair | 80 to 95 cm | 80 to 95 cm | 75 to 100 cm |
| Dining chair | 40 to 55 cm | 40 to 55 cm | 75 to 100 cm |
A corner sofa needs both legs measured separately. Leave roughly 36 to 46 cm between a sofa and a coffee table so the table remains reachable without crowding knees.
Tables
The table footprint tells only part of the story. Dining chairs need space to move, and a coffee table needs a comfortable gap from the seating.
Coffee and side tables
| Piece | Typical size | Typical height |
|---|---|---|
| Rectangular coffee table | 100 to 140 cm long and 50 to 70 cm deep | 40 to 50 cm |
| Round coffee table | 60 to 100 cm diameter | 40 to 50 cm |
| Side table | 40 to 60 cm wide and deep | 55 to 70 cm |
A side table near the sofa arm is easier to use when its top is close to the arm height. Check whether the table shape leaves a clear route around the seating.
Dining and work tables
| Piece | Typical length or diameter | Typical depth | Typical height |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dining table for four | 120 to 150 cm | 80 to 90 cm | About 75 cm |
| Dining table for six | 150 to 180 cm | About 90 cm | About 75 cm |
| Round dining table for four | 100 to 120 cm diameter | Same as diameter | About 75 cm |
| Home desk | 120 to 160 cm | 60 to 80 cm | About 72 to 76 cm |
Allow about 60 cm of table edge per diner. Leave around 90 to 110 cm from the dining table edge to a wall if chairs need to pull out and someone must pass behind them.
Beds and bedroom storage
Measure the whole bed frame rather than relying on the mattress name. Frames and headboards can extend beyond the mattress.
Bed footprints
| Mattress size | Typical mattress width | Typical mattress length | Planning note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single | About 90 cm | About 190 to 200 cm | Check the local size standard |
| Double | About 135 to 140 cm | About 190 to 200 cm | Frame adds to the footprint |
| Queen | About 152 to 160 cm | About 200 to 203 cm | Name varies by region |
| King | About 180 to 193 cm | About 200 to 203 cm | Name varies by region |
Leave around 60 to 75 cm on a side used to get into bed. If a wardrobe faces the bed, include the room needed to open its doors.
Bedroom storage
| Piece | Typical width | Typical depth | Typical height |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nightstand | 40 to 70 cm | 35 to 50 cm | About 55 to 75 cm |
| Dresser | 80 to 160 cm | 40 to 55 cm | About 75 to 110 cm |
| Wardrobe | 80 to 150 cm | 50 to 65 cm | About 180 to 210 cm |
A dresser needs more than its closed depth. Leave space for the drawer to extend and a person to stand in front of it.
Clearances that make the room usable
| Where | Starting allowance | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Main route through a room | About 90 cm | People can pass without turning sideways |
| Secondary route between furniture | About 60 to 75 cm | Allows occasional movement |
| Sofa to coffee table | About 36 to 46 cm | Keeps the table reachable |
| Dining table edge to wall | About 90 to 110 cm | Allows chairs to move and people to pass |
| In front of drawers | About 90 cm | Allows the drawer to open and be used |
These figures are planning guides, not guarantees of fit. Mark the furniture footprint and its clearance on a measured room plan, then check doorways, turns, windows, and the exact product before buying.