Intro.

With this collection, we aim to organize and examinethe full spectrum of bed
options, breaking the selections down by size, design, style, material, and
features. Included with each category, we share a beautiful example bed photo
and an accompanying link tothe beds sales page.
Sizes range from the smallest, twin, to king beds at the large end. Each size is
designed with a specific use in mind, from children, to single adults, all the way
to tall couples.
Design is what shapes the bed frame itself. This informs the dramatic shifts
from minimalist, standard frames to elaborate canopy models. Style defines
the overall look and theme of the bed.
Regardless of size or design, this will influence the texture, tone, and feel of
the furniture. Frame materials for beds hold a small variety: metal, wood, or
rattan. Each can be crafted into nearly any style or design of bed. Finally, we
breakdown a few key, unique features available on modern beds.

Size

The first category of beds we will discuss is the range of sizes they

1. Twin Bed 39x 75

(99 cm x 191 cm)
Also known as a single bed, the twin
is generally made to accommodate
one child or one adult sleeper.
Taller adultsshouldconsider a twinXL which will grant added length.
Twin is a great size for smaller guest
spaces, bunk beds, and daybeds.
Twin beds(orsingle beds)
are
commonly used in childrens room or
in a guest room. Though the names
"twin"
and
"single"
seem
contradictory,
they
are
used
interchangeably because the term
"twin beds" originally referred to a
paired set of singles. The standard
dimensions for a twin bed are 75 x
39 inches. A twin bed sleeps one
person comfortably, and is ideal for
use in rooms with a limited amount
of space.

2. Twin-XL 39x
80
The XL stands for extra
long, and at5 inches
longer than the standard
twin, this size is great for
taller youth or adults.
This alsohas the same
length as a queen or
king. Thus, two of them
side by side equals a
king.

3. Double:54x75
Double, also known as full,
was commonly used for
two adults around 30
to40 years ago, when
homes and bedrooms
were built smaller. Now
this size is usually
reserved for single person
or smaller guest roomuse.
It is a snugfit for two
adults, and the same
length as a twin.
Mostcouples opt for the
queen size.

4. Queen60x 80
Queen size is the
most popular
bedsold. This size is
ideal for two adults
who would like to
save living space, in
relation to a king.
Its also popular for
single adults who
simplylike to spread
out.

5. King76x 80
A king sizebed is the
same length as a queen
but much wider, with an
additional 16 inches. If
you have the available
space, it offers the most
room for couples. King
size beds can begreat if
kids or pets often share
your bed. The
tallestpeople can also
special order a
California-King, which is
72 x 84.

Design

Bed design is whatdefines theactual formand structure of the frame

itself.

1. Platform
A platform bedhas abase
which consists of a raised,
level horizontal solid frame,
often
with
a
section
consisting of rows of flexible
wooden slats or latticed
structure meant to support
just
a
mattress.
This
platform provides adequate,
flexible
support
and
ventilation for a mattress by
itself, eliminating the need
for a box-spring or a second
mattress as a foundation.

2. Folding
A folding bedhas a
hinged frame, allowing
the bed to be stored in a
much smaller space.
These are often used in
guest bedrooms and
spaces where the bed will
not be used regularly.
Some examples fold on a
wheeled frame, to put in
closets, while others fold
into enclosures meant to
be displayed.

3. Panel
A panel bed consists of a
headboard and footboard
made from flat panels of
wood. The panels are framed
with raised molding or
grooves that mimic
traditional wood paneling or
wainscoting. The headboard
and footboard are connected
by wooden rails.
Manufacturers offer panel
beds in both painted and
wood-stained finishes. Some
also offer headboard-only
versions.

4. Sleigh
The sleigh bedfeatures curved
or scrolled foot and
headboards, resembling a sled
or sleigh. Often made of heavy
wood, this styleis a result of
the French and American
Empire period of the early
19th century. Todays sleigh
beds are made from a variety
of materials including wood,
iron, steel and aluminum, and
often possess less
exaggerated curves of the foot
and headboards.

5. Murphy
Murphy beds are
designed to save
space in a unique
way, by hinging the
frame so that the
bed itself can be
tilted vertically and
stored in a closet or
cabinet.

6. Trundle
Trundle beds are usually
considered a pair of
beds,with one standard
and a secondon
castersso that it may
be storedbeneath the
upper bed. This design
isa space-saving idea
and allows for an extra
bed to be available
when necessary,
without wasting space
when it is not.

7. Standard
A standard bed
frame is usually
considered one
with a simple
metal frame
upon which the
box spring and
mattress will sit.

8. Day
Daybeds are used
for
sleeping,lounging,
reclining, and
seating, often in
common rooms.
Frames can be made
out of wood, metal
or a combination,
while the shape is a
cross between
chaise lounge,
couch, and a bed.

9. Poster
A poster, or more
commonlyfour-poster,
bed is built withfour
vertical columns, one in
each corner, sometimes
supporting anupper
panel. Traditionally
these beds were highly
ornate and made of
carved oak, but now
come in a variety of
materials and
configurations.

10. Canopy
A canopy bed is a
decorative bedstylesimilar
to the poster.A typical
examplefeatures posts at
each of the four corners
extending farabove the
mattress. Ornate or
decorative fabric isdraped
across the upper space
between the posts, create a
ceiling, or canopy,covering
the bed space.

Style

Style defines the overall look and theme of the bed. Regardless of size or design, this will influence
the texture, tone, and feel of the furniture

1. Contemporary
Contemporary
style usually
means an of the
now presence,
including
modern
materials or
shapes that did
not exist in the
past, and signify
an attachment
to now.

2. Traditional
Like any
traditional
furniture, a bed
of this style
echoes the
timeworn
visual touches
that have
stayed with us
for centuries.

3. Modern
With modern
style, there can
be a lot of
crossover with
contemporary
beds. The idea is
that a piece of
modern furniture
has an up to date
design, and is
most definitely
not traditional or
old fashioned.

4. Mission
Mission style is a
design that
emphasizes
simple horizontal
and vertical lines
and flat panels
that accentuate
the grain of the
wood.

5. Cottage
Cottage beds
typically have
large, sometimes
lavish
headboards.There
can be some
carving, but most
of the decoration
ispainted.

6. Country
Country style is
often defined by
rich textures or
traditional
shapes with an
American
sensibility

7. Vintage
Vintage
encompasses
the idea of
throwback style,
purposely
aiming for a
prior time
period when a
specific look
was
fashionable.

8. Coastal

9. Industrial
The major
touchstone of
industrial style
is a utilitarian
look, gleaned
from the idea of
factories and
centers of
production.

10. Rustic
Rustic style is
defined by a
sense of the
homespun,
old fashioned,
and outdoors.

11. Scandinavian
Scandinavian
furniture is
characterized by
simplicity,
minimalism and
functionality.
These beds may
come in a variety
of shapes, but
usually lack
flourishes or
purely aesthetic
additions.

12. Mid-century
Mid-century
style beds
bring 1950s
and 60s style
to the frame,
with often
streamlined
headboards
and gently
tapered wood
legs. Its a
refined yet
comfortably
traditional

Frame material

Regardless of style, design, or any other

consideration, your bed will be crafted out of a
small handful of materials.

1. Metal
Metal bed frames are a
more modern
convention, lacking the
warmth and familiarity
of traditional wood
construction frames.
They can be much
lighter, more versatile
in modifying size, and
often fit a
contemporary look
well.

2. Wood
Our most common
and oldest furniture
building material,
wood is pretty self
explanatory. It
informs the most
ornate and handcrafted pieces in
this collection.

3. Wicker/Rattan
Rattan, or wicker,
is a style where
material is woven
into a hard surface.
It can be made of
plant based or
plastic materials
and is often
lightweight and
firm

Other Bed Features to Consider

Upholstered headboard
Upholstered
headboards add
a soft, luxurious,
and decorative
touch.

Distressed finish
In distressing, the
furniturefinish is
intentionally
manipulated to
look less than
perfect, or older,
such as with
sandpaperor
paintstripper.

Storage
Storage beds
hold drawers or
otherwise
concealed
storage beneath
or surrounding
the mattress
itself. Some
models even
have a hinged
frame, where the
entire sleeping
surface can be

Bookcase
Bookcase beds, as
indicated by the
name, encompass a
bookcase, usually
into where a
headboard normally
would stand.

Lighted headboard
Beds with lighted
headboards can
appear in a variety
of shapes, styles
and materials. The
prominent feature
is a light source
built into the
headboard, for
easy reading or
viewing of stored
books or other
items.