[AD] Whether you crave sinking into pillowy softness or require reinforced back support, your mattress is the foundation for restful sleep and bedroom aesthetics. But the quest for finding that perfect bed goes beyond the mattress alone.
The structural base, elevation, and decorative appeal of your entire bed ensemble impact comfort and style. Before embarking on this key furniture decision, it helps to grasp the dizzying array of options available to you.
Bed Frame Types
Ottoman Beds
Ottoman beds have a handy storage compartment beneath the mattress for extra blankets or linen sets when not in use.
Simply lift the hinged mattress to access this hidden storage zone. Ottoman beds maximise storage without sacrificing design. To match your taste, you can select frames featuring various upholstery touches, like tufted leather, crushed velvet, or rich wood finishes.
Divan Bases
Skip the bed legs with divan bases that sit directly on the floor for a clean, contemporary profile. Their legless foundation built close to the ground lends an inviting, tranquil feel.
Depending on your room aesthetic, you can style divans with or without headboards attached. Since these base units were designed in tandem with mattresses, they suit all mattress types, from pure foam to hybrid.
Standard Bed Frames
Standard bed frames feature a basic construction of headboard, footboard, and side rails elevated on legs several inches off the ground. This open space under the frame allows convenient access for storing items or cleaning beneath the bed.
The legged design provides ample clearance to add storage bins, shelves, or boxes that can be slid effortlessly under the frame.
Pictured: Nordic Mill Shake High 4FT 6 Double Wooden Bed Frame. Priced £338 (Save £68 on RRP) Available from Bedstar.
Poster Beds
Poster beds command attention with four tall corner posts supporting structural canopies overhead. These vertical beams anchor the ornamental canopy or crown feature.
The striking silhouette stands out for its height and presence. Clean lines and decorative accents concentrated on the crown area keep the eye drawn upward, relaying a sense of grandeur, harkening back to ornate beds of royalty.
High Sleeper Beds
High sleeper beds are more popular with kids and are a great space-saving option. They consist of a high-positioned bed accessed by a ladder with storage space and desk space underneath.
There are a few variations of high sleeper beds including cabin beds that just have drawers underneath and treehouse beds (some of which have slides leading from them). It’s worth comparing options to find the perfect solution for you.
Mattress Platform Types
- Solid Platforms – Solid platforms are constructed from a solid sheet of MDF, forming a flat, sturdy surface below the mattress.
- Slatted Platforms – Slatted platforms use wooden slats spaced closely together to cradle the mattress. Sprung slats flex slightly. Solid slats do not.
Bed Materials
Wood Beds
With their beautiful grains and warm hues, wood bed frames never lose their appeal. Beyond aesthetics, wood also brings long-lasting durability. Choose from lighter oaks to darker walnuts or rich mahogany based on the colour palette you wish to pair with your room. For fun, punchy brightness, yellow and pink wood finishes are vibrant statements.
Metal Beds
Metal beds, from brass to wrought iron, bronze, and stainless steel, contribute to aesthetic appeal and strong support. Finishes like powder coating or polishing add extra resistance and sheen that is suitable for any bedroom style.
Fabric Beds
Upholstered fabric beds feature cushioned headboards and footboards covered in faux or genuine leather, velvet, linen, or cotton for softness and flexibility.
Mattress Types
Pocket Spring
Pocket spring mattresses have hundreds of independent springs encased in fabric pockets to contour the body’s alignment. This isolation of movement helps minimise sleep disturbance and provides optimal support.
Hybrid
Hybrid mattresses combine pocket springs with foam layers to magnify bounce and pressure relief for excellent comfort. This versatile mattress type suits many sleep positions
Open Coil
The more affordable open coil mattress interconnects rows of springs tied together in one continuous unit. Though responsive, movement transfers more across open coil beds.
Memory Foam
Memory foam and gel conform closely to the body’s natural contours for exceptional personalised support. Density ratings indicate foam softness and longevity—denser foams usually last longer than softer ones.
Latex Foam
Latex foam is a great natural material for mattresses. It’s super resilient and breathable. Plus, it resists dust mites and microbes – perfect for allergies. You can expect a bit more bounce compared to memory foam and memory gel.
Children’s Beds
When choosing a mattress for your child, it’s essential to factor in their age, size, and how quickly they’re growing. Options typically range from crib and toddler mattresses to kids mattress, twin, full, and queen sizes. A kids mattress is specifically designed to provide the right level of support and comfort for younger sleepers. As children grow, upgrading to a larger size like a twin or full mattress can ensure they continue to sleep comfortably and have enough room to move. Selecting the right size helps promote both healthy development and lasting comfort.
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