What is the difference between king size and california king?

California King (usually called 'Cal King') is 72" wide x 84" long. The Cal King is the longest bed commonly available at 84". Potential drawbacks include the bed not being wide enough for 2 adults or the length not fitting easily into the room. read more

The dimensions of an Eastern king mattress are 76 inches wide by 80 inches long. Because 78 inches is only 6 1/2 feet, individuals taller than six feet might be uncomfortable on a standard king-size mattress. The California king, at 72 inches wide by 84 inches long, is 4 inches narrow but 4 inches longer. read more

A king size bed (sometimes called an Eastern King) is the widest mattress with dimensions of 76 inches wide by 80 inches long. A California king sized bed, on the other hand, has dimensions of 72 inches wide by 84, which makes it the longest mattress. read more

A California king size bed, or 'Western king,' is narrower and longer than a standard, a.k.a.'Eastern,' king size bed. read more