Measure for metres: goodbye inch

Before you buy bed linen or dream about a designer kitchen, measure well, says Kya de Longchamps

Whether you’re trying to shoe-horn in some fitted wardrobes or wondering if you can fit a dining table into that cramped corner, knowing the dimension for success will help you avoid common mistakes. Except for bed sizing, I’m forcing you to deal with centimetres this week. Let’s face it, we’ve had 40 patient years to switch over and officially dropped feet and inches in 2005. Here’s a little something to stick in your wallet or handbag, covering all those essential sizes, nips and tucks.

BED SIZES: