There are many scientific studies that show people spend a good portion of their lives in bed. It should come as no surprise that the proper bed makes a significant difference in the quality of sleep we get and in our overall health, the latter of which can be greatly impacted by poor quality sleep, an improperly sized bed, insufficient support of the mattress and even the choice of bedding we uses.

When it comes to bed size, there are some choices that must be made to ensure the proper size bed is selected not only for the proper sleep but for the most appropriate fit in the room where the bed will be placed. This factor can make the choice of a double bed the most suitable in certain cases.

The size of your bedroom is the most important factor when it comes to choosing a bed. Even though a large, spacious king-size bed may be preferred, it is an impossible scenario for a small room that cannot accommodate it. When a small bedroom needs to be the place for a bed and an additional piece or two of furniture such as a night stand, dresser or chest of drawers and lamp, the most advantageous choice for most adults is a double bed.

Having a double bed provides more space than a twin bed because, as its name indicates, it is nearly double the size of a twin bed but smaller than a queen or king bed. This provides enough room in a double bed for one person or a couple to sleep comfortable.

Another advantage to having a double bed is the variety of designs available in this size. A guest room can easily be decorated to contain a double bed that is fashioned as a day bed with plenty of room left to include a desk with chair and a night stand table with a lamp.

The cost for bedding is less than that for queen and king beds, making bedding choices for a double bed more advantageous for those who are on a tight budget but want to have beautiful bedding choices on hand for regular bedding changes.

When compared to a king sized bed, a double bed has the advantage from a financial standpoint on the initial purchase because a king sized bed will cost more. A double bed provides ample room as compared to a twin bed but doesn't take up the added room that a queen and king beds do.

Double beds made a great choice for children also. With the use of a double bed in a child's room, a high quality double bed will last the child into their teen years. With a mattress replacement, the bed itself will later serve as a guest bed even after the child has moved out.

The added advantages of having a double bed relate directly to the needs of the person who is making use of the space they have. This means a double bed has the potential to serve many years of good use.