Platform Bed Blog : Bed News and Updates

The color and the exterior of this bed itself show you what this bed is made of. The wood bed is made of natural Veneer and comes with 2 matching nice looking nightstands. Veneer represents thin slices of wood and it is usually less than 1/8 inch. If we put three or more layers of veneer together, it will become a plywood. Although the bed itself is only available in cherry finish, you still have the option for different color combination for the Headboard.

This may sounds like a stupid question to ask: What size mattress is best for your bed? A lot of people actually bought the mattress size smaller than they actually needed. Buying a too-small mattress is a big mistake. A couple may think that a “double” is fine but they usually didn’t realize that they have much less space left for sleeping at night.

The simple tip is “buy more size than you think you actually need”. This will always give you more space and whoever sleeps on the mattress will enjoy much more sleeping space which is essential for a good night’s sleep.

I have often seen people asking the question, “Do I need a boxspring?” or “How many slats does a bed need?”  Well, if you bought a bed with slats, then you have the option of adding a boxspring or not using a boxspring because bed slats are actually a built-in frame that support the mattress on a bed.  Bed slats usually provide a more rigid support than a boxspring does, depending on the type of boxspring.  Some people choose to add a boxspring on top of the slat system to increase the sleeping height while others like the low profile look that is achieved without the boxspring.

For the question “How many slats does a bed need?”, this should only be a concern if you want to build the bed yourself, since manufacturers should design and build their beds to the proper specifications.  Standard beds (non-platform beds) only require 3 or 4 cross slats with a center support rail for full (double), Queen, & King sizes.  You will require a boxspring foundation for your standard bed to rest on top of the 3 0r 4 cross slats.  Platform beds should have 10 to 15 slats, depending on the width of the slats and will still require a center support rail.  Some platform beds have less supporting slats but have a full sheet of plywood or similar panel laid on top to provide a solid surface support for the mattress.  Both slats and solid panel support systems are acceptable.

Retro Platform Bed Slats:

Summer is here so we’d rather take a lot of activities outside to enjoy sunshine and get tanned. The cot daybed from la-Fete is and outdoor bed that is modular, stylish and extremely comfortable. This bed is also water proof and is made from a patented polymeric technology. Four finishes are available – Chill White, Steel Gary, Sea sand and Cognac are available. Due to the patent technology and superior quality, it is currently priced at$1360 prior to shipping.

If there is one reason that convinces me to buy platform beds, it is the fact that platform beds don’t need a box spring. Personally, I hate to mattress on top of box spring, it looks too cluttered to me. I like beds to be simply but yet stylish and sleek.

This Dio platform bed features the clean, crisp lines of typical platform bed. The look is exactly what I expected for my own bedroom. The bed is constructed of solid wood and climate-controlled composite wood to ensure durability and stability. This bed is a new creation by Hillsdale Furniture.

It is a crib, but it can also be a toddler bed, day bed and full-size bed. The good news is that you don’t need to pay 4 times as much as the money for a regular bed. This bed is very reliable as it is constructed with solid hardwood and 4 position mattress support. This bed will need some assembly and tools and instructions will be included.  You can buy this crib bed with full confidence as it meets all JPMA safety standards and verification.

It currently is on sale on Amazon at about $250 prior to shipping.

When you see this topic, you might be thinking about “green” or “eco-friendly” furniture. Well, we certainly think buying “green” furniture is a great idea. But today the “green” we are refering to is not so much related to the concept of “eco-friendly”, but more related to the alternative lighting options that redefine the bedroom decor.

This new interactive installation is created by the studio The Popcorn Makers. The soft green lighting makes the room clam, comfortable and inviting. Who wouldn’t want to sleep in this bedroom?

It is all about platform beds. We’ve seen platform beds like wood platform beds and the ones made by metal. Rarely people would think about leather platform beds.

This dreamland platform bed is the kind of luxury platform bed designed by Christophe Pillet.  The bed frame is made by solid hardwood to providing enough comfort and support.

Among all types of beds, probably sleigh beds enjoy the longest history as they dates back to the Empire period of the early 1800′s. Sleigh beds come with curved or scrolled foot and headboards. Sleigh beds are often made of wood and therefore it is very heavy. But who cares! We all need reliable and fine quality beds. However, if you do not like wood, there are other forms available as well, such as iron, steel and even aluminum.

There are a couple of places you can shop online for sleigh beds such as from Wholesale Furniture Brokers and Greenculture. When you shop online, we suggest to shop from a store that you trust. Such stores should at least been online for 3 years and has security features such as GeoTrust.

Bedroom plays a very important role in our lives and therefore it is crucial to get it furnished in the right way. As most of us would spend about 1/3 of our day in the bedroom, you want to pick the right bed, mattress, nightstand and dresser to make your bedroom comfortable and stylish with the look you desire.

Nowadays, you have way more choices when shopping to bedroom furniture than you ever had before thanks to the emerging online bedroom furniture store.  Among all the bedroom decorating pieces, beds and mattresses are very personal purchases and you should not aim to buy the cheap ones. Allocate a good portion of budget to them and leave less for items like dresser and mirror if you have very limited budget.

Make sure the items you are going to buy match the drapes and wall colors. Your bedroom may look strange if you mix the wrong color in your bedroom. If you are not sure about what color to buy, consult a local sales person (you don’t need to buy from them though. It is always nice to get some nice tips for free).

If you already had your mattress, make sure the bed you plan to buy works with the mattress you have if using an existing mattress set. You can also consider buying a new one because fresh is good!