Platform Bed Blog : Bed News and Updates

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.

When you start to build a platform bed yourself, have you ever thought about the best type of wood you would use for slats? There are lots of houses/building centers that will sell you what they call “pine” but are really spruce/pine. You really should ask for “# 2 southern yellow pine”, which is one of the strongest woods around. So it makes your bed more reliable and it will definitely last much longer.

Another option is to use DF as it is one of the strongest softwoods you can buy - it has a very high modulus of elasticity and is often specified for high load applications in beams and joists. DF is stronger than spruce, larch, southern or yellow pine, and far better than cedar or redwood.

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:

The most common forms of platform beds are wood and metal beds. Most people prefer beds made by wood as opposed to metal as consumers love the feel and design of most wood platform beds. Few people would consider leather platform beds today as these beds are more expensive and fewer choices are available.

But if you have a good budget and luxury is what you wanted, this Alix leather platform bed will be a great choice.  This bed offers modern Italian style and inspiring dimensions. It is retailed at $1995 prior to shipping. You can also customize the headboard with either a tall or a short version.

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.

Curtains usually are overlooked by people when it comes to decoration. People always think about what kind of bed or sofa they should buy, then they think about what loveseat and coffee table should buy. So what about curtains? Curtains generally serve two purposes: it controls the lighting and it acts as a decorating piece for the window.

If you decide to shop curtains online, one way to save your time is to shop by categories. On the other hand, if you choose to shop in a local home furnishing store, chances are you may get overwhelmed by the curtains hanging all over the place. If you are tired of your boring window or you feel like it is time to do something about lighting in your home, then it is time to treat yourself with stylish curtains.

If people have enough budget, where should they spend? Health and wellness solutions probably would be a smart choice. One forum of luxury that most people craves for are spas.

Just so you know, the term spa usually refers to water treatment. This Witarium Spa by I-Beauty is an advanced treatment table that combines steam, Vichy shower and all the wrapping treatments.  I know it is not cheap, but in my opinion, nothing beats relaxing additions to your home.  If you have long-term investment in bonds and equities, this might be a better choice.

Kids love things that are colorful and usually shaped as the animal. This “toy” is a great piece for your kids who are in their developmental stages. If you have this chair in the room, then I am sure the kids won’t climb your favorite sectionals, which may cost you over thousands of dollars. The kids will fall in love with a “frog chair” like this. The other great thing is that you do not need to worry about any stains would leave on the covers as it is removable and washable.

This chair does not have any hard surfaces and sharp edges so it will be safe for your kids to play with. It is only selling at $58.95 at Amazon.com.

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.