Beds & Bed Frames

What is the best way to choose a bed frame?

The size of the bedroom is perhaps the most important factor in deciding what type of bed frame to choose. Generally, the bed is the largest piece of furniture in the bedroom for a home in New Zealand, so it’s important to consider what other furniture will be incorporated into the decor. For example, if there are two be one or two bedside tables it’s important to ensure there is enough space to easily move around the furniture in the room. Too large can make a room feel crowded while too small can make space feel vacuous and take away the cosiness of the bedroom.

Most king, queen, double and single bed bases have standard sizes in New Zealand so it’s relatively easy to determine the size that will work best in any room with a quick measure. However, custom bed frames are also an option.

Bed frames with storage

Bed frames don’t have to be just that though, with many frames doubling as storage solutions. So, whether it’s iron, steel, wooden or other metal bed frames, in many cases, the style and material you choose is just the beginning. Incorporating storage into the bed frame can provide a well concealed yet handy place to store extra linen or other items, be it in sliding drawers or other storage compartments. For further storage, some headboards in New Zealand incorporate shelves into the form.

Creating a feature with bed frames

Depending on the style of the room, the bed can become the main feature with elaborate four-post or canopy beds. However, a tall bed frame generally requires a room with high ceilings as rooms can quickly feel cramped with large pieces of furniture such as these types of beds.

Styling a bed frame with the decor

Because the bed is generally the main focal point of a room in New Zealand, choosing a frame that works within the wider context of the room and home is important. For example, if cosy and warm is the ideal aesthetic, wooden bed frames may work best as an item of bedroom furniture. Conversely, if sleek and industrial is the desired look, a metal bed frame with clean, contemporary lines may work better.