Room-smart single mattresses for kids, guests and studies — warehouse pricing.
Choosing the Right Single Mattress
A single mattress is smaller than a queen or king, but it asks just as much of the materials inside it — a teenager's spine and a guest's first impression both depend on getting the support and feel right. This guide covers who a single bed mattress suits, the types we stock, and how to pick the firmness that fits the sleeper.
Who a single mattress suits
- Children & teens: a medium-firm single supports the spine through the years it's still developing — the most common reason Queensland families upgrade from a cot-size or budget mattress.
- Guest rooms: a comfortable, universally-liked feel so visitors wake up rested without you over-investing in a spare room.
- Compact bedrooms & apartments: the most space-efficient adult sleeping option where floor space is tight.
- Solo adults under ~185 cm: a single works day to day; taller sleepers or those wanting more room should look at a king single instead.
Single mattress types we stock
The right build depends on the sleeper and on the climate — Brisbane and Gold Coast nights are warm and humid for much of the year, so breathability matters more here than in cooler states.
- Memory foam: contouring pressure relief; our gel-infused options sleep cooler, which suits humid South-East Queensland nights.
- Pocket spring: individually-wrapped springs that move independently for responsive, well-ventilated support.
- Bonnell spring: a firmer, value innerspring — a popular, durable choice for kids' and teens' rooms.
- Euro-top & memory-foam hybrid: a plush comfort layer over a supportive core, for sleepers who want cushioned softness without losing structure.
Firmness & feel
For growing children and teens, a medium-firm single generally gives the best spinal support. Adults who prefer a cushioned, sink-in feel should look at our soft & plush range. If you're unsure, the simplest path is to lie on a few in one of our showrooms — firmness is personal and two minutes in store settles it faster than any description.
Single, king single or double?
A standard single is 92 × 187 cm. If the sleeper is tall or wants more room without a big jump in footprint, a king single (106 × 203 cm) is the natural step up; for a small adult's room a double is wider again. For exact dimensions, room-size requirements and how Australian sizes differ from US and UK, see our full guide.
Why buy your single mattress from A2Z
The A2Z Furniture is a family-run Australian business established in 2013. We're not an online-only box brand — you can see and feel our single mattresses in person at five South-East Queensland showrooms: Rocklea, Virginia, Bundall, North Ipswich and Beenleigh. Stock is kept in our Brisbane warehouse and ready for dispatch, with Free Local Delivery on eligible orders from Rocklea, a manufacturer's warranty on every mattress (the period varies by model), and interest-free options through Afterpay, Zip, Latitude, Klarna and PayPal. Prefer to talk it through? Call our team on 1300 781 990.
Single Mattress FAQs
What are the dimensions of a single mattress in Australia?
An Australian single mattress measures 92 × 187 cm. For a full comparison of every Australian bed size, room-size requirements and US/UK differences, see our Australian bed size guide.
How much does a single mattress cost at A2Z?
Single mattresses start from around $99 for a basic Bonnell spring model, rising with the type and comfort layers — pocket spring, memory foam, Euro-top and memory-foam hybrid. The product grid above shows current pricing for each. Interest-free payment is available through Afterpay, Zip, Latitude, Klarna and PayPal if you'd rather spread the cost.
What's the best single mattress for a child or teenager?
A medium-firm single generally gives the best spinal support through growing years — our pocket spring and Bonnell spring options are popular choices for kids' and teens' rooms. We also have a dedicated kids' mattress range.
Do you have memory foam or cooling single mattresses?
Yes. Our memory foam range includes gel-infused options that sleep cooler — a sensible choice for warm, humid Brisbane and Gold Coast nights.
Can I see and test single mattresses in person?
Yes — you can try our single mattresses at any of our five South-East Queensland showrooms: Rocklea, Virginia, Bundall, North Ipswich and Beenleigh. Firmness is personal, so we recommend testing the feel before you buy.
Do you deliver single mattresses, and is delivery free?
Stock is held in our Brisbane (Rocklea) warehouse and ready for dispatch. Free Local Delivery is available on eligible orders from Rocklea — see our delivery details for coverage.
What's the difference between a single and a king single mattress?
A single is 92 × 187 cm; a king single is wider and longer at 106 × 203 cm, suiting taller sleepers and teens who want more room. Browse the king single range or compare all sizes in our bed size guide.