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The 10 Best Bed Frames to Elevate Your Bedroom
From opulent carved wooden frames to minimal platforms
If your bedroom lacks personality, upgrading to one of the best bed frames can make an instant impression. While high-quality bedding like luxury duvet covers or silky bamboo sheets make for opulent final touches, bed frames are the focal point.
“Your chosen bed frame definitely impacts the overall look and feel of your bedroom and sets the tone for the aesthetic,” Heather Goerzen, design director and lead interior designer for Havely, tells Bazaar. “We’d say two elements of a bed frame change the look and feel of a bedroom: materials used and style.” Upholstered bed frames bring softness and texture, Goerzen elaborates, while wooden frames provide a warmer tone. “Style changes the vibe, too—a canopy bed, for example, leans grandiose and in some cases, more traditional, while a low-slung bed frame with an understated headboard—or no headboard at all—leans minimalist and clean.”
The Best Bed Frames of 2024
Narrow down whether you want wood or upholstery before starting your search in earnest, Goerzen recommends. Then, she says, start thinking about the ambiance: “Color palette, paint choices, rug choice, and more will all impact which bed frame looks best. To simplify things, you can even start your bedroom design by selecting a bed frame you love, and building the design around it.”
Once you find your perfect bed frame, accessorizing with a statement leather chair, a standing lamp, or fluffy hotel pillows will tie everything together. Here, we found the 10 best bed frames to start a successful bedroom transformation.
Rather than opting for a bed frame and then buying two accompanying nightstands, this option combines three pieces into one. The design comes with two minimalistic shelves on either side of the bed, perfect for late-night essentials like a glass of water or a good book.
What reviewers are saying: “We bought this bed frame about 8 months ago and are really happy with it. It’s attractive, sturdy, and thus far seems quite durable. It’s had to tolerate an out-of-state move already and it came out to pretty much unscathed. It has also held up to my 5 year old twins stepping on the integrated side tables repeatedly despite my best efforts.”
Sizes: Full, queen, king
Colors: White, black, wood
At first glance, this bouclé bed frame might seem simple and classic. However, it has a hidden compartment underneath the mattress, where you can store everything from spare bedding to seasonal clothes you don’t need easy regular access to.
What reviewers are saying: “Love it! Delivery was quick and assembly was provided which was nice. The bed is beautiful, sturdy, and even nicer in person. You can tell it is really good quality.”
Sizes: Queen, king
Colors: Cream, gray
Maximalists need a bed frame that’s as expressive as they are. This decorative, embellished solid-wood bed frame was inspired by vintage Parisian designs. The end result is a stunning piece that would fit perfectly into a Bridgerton set.
What reviewers are saying: “I’ve had this bed about 3 years now and while it was initially expensive, it was absolutely worth every penny. The wood is solid and the details make it so special. It’s also been super easy to take apart and put back together during moves.”
Sizes: Queen, king
Colors: White, black
We may have moved beyond simply laying our mattress right on the ground, but sometimes that clean look is something we still want. This minimalistic bed frame emphasizes clean lines, letting your bedding do all the talking.
What reviewers are saying: “Good solid build for a fair price. Offers a good minimalist vibe and floating effect.”
Sizes: Twin, full, queen, king
Colors: Oak, walnut
While this bed frame is already a good price, that cost looks even better when you realize you also get two full-size drawers built into it. If you need extra storage in your home, these hidden cabinets are a great place to store extra towels or bedding.
What reviewers are saying: “We bought this bed ten years ago, and it’s been a great purchase. The bed is strong, and when I say strong, believe me, we have five children, and they like to jump into the bed with us. The drawers are easier to open and close, a lot of space. I truly recommend it!”
Sizes: Full, queen, king
Colors: Black, gray, white, oak
Anthropologie Prana Live-Edge Canopy Bed
This four-poster canopy bed is the dreamy addition your bedroom needs. With a live-edge oak headboard and brass detailing, it wouldn’t be out of place in a woodland fairy’s home. Plus, the sturdy materials make it easy to clean, and they won’t fall apart after a few years.
What reviewers are saying: “The ease of scheduling and the delivery was great. The crew delivered and set up, incredibly professional and took great care. The bed and wood is as beautiful and gorgeous as the photos. Incredibly unique. Would highly recommend.”
Sizes: Queen, king
Colors: Brown, sand
Platform beds have the dual benefit of being both minimal and making a statement. Plus, the wider edge of the frame can almost act as a nightstand, where you can place your bedside essentials.
Sizes: King
Colors: Wood
At first glance, this bed frame may appear very traditional. However, the exaggerated spherical feet add an element of whimsy and fun. Created with wood and a high platform, this bed frame will become the focal point in your space.
What reviewers are saying: “This images online make the frame look heavy but once I reviewed the bed in person in the store it instead had much more of an understated elegance that fits with most decor, and could fit well in any size bedroom. The ball feet are solid wood, the back board is a veneer, but the frame is heavy and the slats are solid, thick and wide. This bed pairs well with both antiques or mid century modern furniture (of which I have both in the same room). Now, nearly a year later, I still love the look.”
Sizes: Queen, king
Colors: Oak, walnut
Design Within Reach Parallel Bed, Wide
This bed frame is the true definition of luxury, from the upholstered headboard, to the solid wooden legs, to the attached nightstands with drawers. You can choose from a wide selection of upholstery materials and even remove them for easy cleaning.
Sizes: Queen, king, California king
Colors: 20+
One of the benefits of an upholstered bed frame is that they are extremely comfortable to lean against while reading or enjoying your morning coffee. This option is made with high-quality bouclé, which adds textural interest and an air of coziness to the bedroom.
What reviewers are saying: “This bed frame is a real gem, the boucle is thick and a great texture, the assembly was simple, and it feels very solid. Definitely elevated the bedroom to the next level!”
Sizes: Queen, king
Colors: Black, white, camel
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