Collection: Single beds for sale

Single beds for sale. Single beds are the smallest of the South African standard bed sizes. They are ideally suited for kids, a spare room, or, for apartment-style living. They are also a popular choice as hospitality beds because of their versatility. They are smaller than a three quarter and can also be placed side by side to make a king bed

A single bed is also popular because it is versatile and perfect for different purposes and is good for space saving bedroom designs. A single bed is small and ideal for compact bedrooms or apartments, perfect for children and teens. A single bed easily doubles as a daybed, or a couch during the day and a bed at night.

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Find the best single bed for your requirement

Whether you have a lower back pain, sore joints or ar looking for a single bed for your kids. We have solutions for any of your needs.

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Buying online from The Bed Guy is safe, secure, and convenient. Our platform supports multiple payment gateways. These are powered by Payfast. We have convenient payment plans that are supported by Modicred. This allows you to use various payment methods under one platform. We accept store cards too such as RCS. So you can buy a bed on credit.

Single bed dimensions

The standard size of this size in South Africa is 91 cm x 188 cm. The heights will differ depending on the type of single mattress you choose. For example, a pocket spring mattress will be higher than a chips foam high-density foam mattress. These beds are also available in extra length for extra sleeping space. An added benefit of this size is that if placed side by side will form a king-size bed. So that means there are two standard single bed sizes. The nest size up is a three quarter

Mattress types

When choosing your mattress type there are several factors to consider. The type will have a direct influence on your sleep quality. Your preferences of enhanced comfort, best body support, and sleep positions will play a role in your choice. Some options will give you a firm sleep surface while others that have medium-density comfort layers will give you a softer sleep surface. A spring unit will give you firm support comfort but may be too firm for some. A hybrid type will offer firm comfort support top.

Our wide range of bed types includes density chip foam, memory foam - conforming to your body, and Bonnell spring types. These are available in all the firmness levels

Benefits of a single bed

This size is perfect for solo sleepers or a space-friendly bedroom style. They are ideal for smaller rooms or your spare room

The versatility of this size bed makes it a good choice for dorm rooms, apartments, or children's rooms. The hospitality industry also uses this size often as they can be joined to make a king-size bed providing easy conversion of the room to accommodate the guests as required.

Single beds on promotion

The Bed Guy always has beds on promotion, be it for double or queen-size beds there will be a deal to suit you. If on the off chance that you don't find a mattress deal that suits your bed budget, please get in touch and we will make a bed special just for you.

Single beds for adults

Are single beds OK for adults?

Although typically used for kids and guests, single beds aren't restricted to these sleep requirements. Many adults agree that single beds work better for them, depending on the size of their bedroom and their requirements

Single beds for bad backs

What type of bed is best for back pain?

Medium-firm is usually the preferred support for back pain relief—but that doesn't mean if you like a firmer mattress (with a little bit less motion transfer) are out of luck

What age should a child have a single bed?

Kids' bed sizes by age

BED TYPE MATTRESS SIZE (WxL) RECOMMENDED AGE RANGE

Toddler bed 76 x 140cm 1-5 years

Single bed 91 x 188cm 5 years+

3 Quarter bed 107 x 190cm 5 years+

Double bed 137 x 188cm / 3'0" x 6'6" 10years+

What type of mattress is best for an elderly person?

Hybrid mattresses contain a comfort layer that is typically made of gel or latex foam and supports the core of Bonnell springs. They are often the preferred choice for older people because they are known for being responsive, making changing positions and getting in and out of bed easier.

Cheap options for the guest room

If you are looking to furnish your guest room, we have a range that will suit your budget. Let's face facts , beds for guest rooms are kind of a grudge purchase so we have a price range that will suit your guest bedroom suite.

single beds for heavy adults

How much weight can a single bed hold?

We're here to help. Beds offered by us are weighted for domestic use and comfortably support an individual up to around 71 kg to 180 kg, per person and that means it can hold two people each weighing that.

Why buy single beds from The Bed Guy?

We have a speedy delivery time frame on all our beds for sale. We are the mattress specialists that offer the best beds in town and have a wide selection of mattresses for sale. We also stock mattress protectors, bamboo mattresses, any size mattress topper, and more. We always have bedroom sales on the go so you can get your bed at a special price. Our furniture section will also have your perfect bed frame which is the best blend of quality and affordability. We are experts in the field having been in the bed business since 2007. Shop single beds for sale now

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