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The short version
A twin cabinet bed takes a 38 × 75-inch (6-inch) mattress and is the narrowest, lowest-footprint option — best for a child’s room, a single guest, a home office, or a very tight space. Twins are rare in the category; Night & Day’s Murphy Express line is the main source. Expect $800–$1,500 retail. If the space can take a full or queen and adults will sleep there, size up; choose twin when the sleeper is one person or the room is genuinely small.
When a twin is the right call
- A child’s or teen’s room — appropriate size, lower cost.
- A single adult guest — comfortable for one.
- A home office or hobby room that occasionally hosts one person.
- A very tight space where even a full won’t deploy.
For adult-couple guests, choose full or queen instead.
Twin dimensions
| Spec | Twin |
|---|---|
| Mattress | 38 × 75 in, ~6 in |
| Footprint | narrowest in the category |
| Price | $800–$1,500 |
| Deploy clearance | ~75 in front + cabinet depth |
Measure before buying — How to Measure for a Cabinet Bed.
Who makes twin cabinet beds
Twins are uncommon — most makers focus on queens. Night & Day’s Murphy Express offers twin (and full); confirm current availability with a dealer. See the Manufacturer Census.
Keep researching — Size cluster
Queen Cabinet Beds · Full Cabinet Beds · Dimensions Database · How to Measure · Sizes Guide
Common questions
Do cabinet beds come in twin size?
Yes, but they’re rare. Night & Day’s Murphy Express line is the main twin source; most other makers are queen-only.
Who is a twin cabinet bed best for?
A child, a single adult guest, or a very tight room. For adult couples, choose full or queen.
How much does a twin cabinet bed cost?
$800–$1,500 retail. See the Price Index.
What to do next
Confirm the sleeper and the space, then size accordingly. Use the Finder below to reach a dealer who can source a twin.
Research & data behind this guide: Dimensions Database · Manufacturer Census · Price Index · Sizes Guide
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Cabinet Bed Authority is an independent national guide. We don’t manufacture or sell cabinet beds, and we earn no commission. Last updated: 2026-06-19.