Furniture dimensions don’t come out of the air. They come out of heavy research that, thankfully, a lot of people have already done for us and written books on. Dimensions for furniture have been standardized over the years to fit the average size person. While you can customize furnishing to fit your own personal needs, here’s a list of commonly used dimensions to help you when planning your next project.
Furniture
- Chair seat: 16”-18” high by 15″-18″ deep, armrest 7″-9″ above the seat
- Coffee table: 18”- 28” wide x 16”-19” high
- Desk: 24-30” wide x 28”- 30” high
- Desk kneehole: 26”- 28” wide
- Dining table: 36”- 42” wide x 29”- 32” high
Kitchen Cabinets
- Countertop: 25” deep x 36” high
- Base cabinet: 24” deep x 34½” high
- Base cabinet kick space: 3” deep x 4” high
- Drawers: 4” high and up
- Hanging cabinet: 12” deep x 30”- 42” high
- Space between the countertop and hanging cabinet: 18” high
- Space between range top and hanging cabinet: 24” high
- Distance between island and cabinets: 42” wide
- Distance between island for walkway: 36” wide
Bathroom Vanity
- Sink: 30” – 36” high
- Vanity: 21”- 24” deep
Chandelier Size
There are several methods of determining the proper size for a chandelier:
- Room Size: The length and width of the room added together in feet should equal the diameter of the chandelier in inches. For example, a 12′ by 12′ room should have a 24″ diameter chandelier (12 + 12 = 24″).
- Table Size: In a dining room, the diameter of a chandelier should be at least half the width of the table. For example, a 42″ wide table should have a 21″ minimum diameter chandelier (42″ ÷ 2 = 21″). Another method is to make the diameter of the chandelier no larger than the width of the table minus 12″. For example, a 42″ wide table should have a maximum 30″ diameter chandelier (42″ – 12″ = 30″).
Chandelier Height
The height of the chandelier is based on the ceiling height and location:
- In Entry Hall: The lowest point of a chandelier should be a minimum of 6½’ from the floor. If possible, or with higher ceilings, hang it 7′ from the floor.
- Over Dining Table: The bottom of a chandelier should be at least 30″ above the dining table (59″-62″ from the floor). For ceilings higher than 8′, add 3″ for each additional foot of ceiling height. Example: With a 10′ ceiling, the bottom of the chandelier should be approximately 36″ above the top of the table.
Mattress Sizes
- Single (twin): 75” long x 39” wide
- Single (twin) extra long: 80” long x 39” wide
- Double (full): 75” long x 54” wide
- Queen: 80” long x 60” wide
- King: 80” long x 76” wide
- California King: 84” long x 72” wide
Click Here To See Standard Sizes For Various Types Of Furniture
