Types of Beds
What are the different types of bed frames?
There are many different types of bed frames, including adjustable beds, platform beds, sleigh beds, cabinet beds, hospital beds, round beds, and futon bed frames. The type of bed frame you choose depends on your needs. Futons and cabinet beds are ideal for people with limited space. Platform beds have a low profile, making them a good choice for those who find high beds difficult to use. They also complement minimalist and modern styles. Sleigh beds, on the other hand, pair well with industrial or colonial aesthetics. Hospital bed frames are specifically designed with patient care in mind.
Adjustable Beds
Best for: Couples, Single Sleepers
Adjustable beds are bed frames that allow you to adjust the upper (head) and lower (foot) sections. Simpler models may only let you adjust the head portion. Adjustable beds can fit inside traditional designer bed frames, while modern versions often feature sleek, futuristic designs. Only a few adjustable models are compatible with platform beds. Each adjustable bed offers unique features such as head and foot movement, massage functions, lounge positioning, elevation, zero gravity settings, and more
Found Beds
Best for: Couples, Single Sleepers
The round bed frame is exactly what it sounds like: It is a bed frame that is round. A round bed is typically custom made and come in many different sizes. The round frame pairs with a round mattress which is also custom made. The sizes of these types of bed frames can range from 76 inches to 99 inches. Some round beds have headboards and some do not. Since round bed frames are custom-made, its features will always depend on preference.
Oversized Beds
Best for: Couples, Single Sleepers, Family
The oversized bed frames are bed frames that are much larger than the traditional sizes. An example of an oversized bed frame is the Alaskan king bed frame. It measures 108 inches by 108 inches. There is also the Texas king bed frame. It measures 80 inches by 98 inches. These oversized beds are custom-made, so their features will always depend on the user.
Hospital Beds
Best for: Couples, Single Sleepers
A hospital bed frame is adjustable, but it may have more features than a typical adjustable bed. There are many different types of hospital beds. The most popular bed is the hi-low adjustable bed. The hi low frame lifts the whole bed vertically up and down to help the person get in and out of bed. These types of beds help caregivers and healthcare workers to assist a patient in and out of bed. There are also frames that cater to heavier individuals. These kinds are called bariatric beds.
Cabinet Bed
Best for: Couples, Single Sleepers
Cabinet bed frames are bed frames that can also be used as a cabinet. Some can be folded into a cabinet. Like the futon bed frame, the cabinet bed frame is good if you have limited spaces. This kind of cabinet bed frame has a mattress inside it that folds out to sleep on. Some cabinet bed frames do not fold, but they have many drawers and cabinets built into the frame.
Platform Beds
Best for: Couples, Single Sleepers
Platform bed frames are beds that have a low height because they have no box spring. With Platform bed frames, the mattress sits on slats or a solid platform.
Sleigh Bed
Best for: Couples, Single Sleepers
A sleigh bed is a bed frame where the footboard and headboard curve outward, making the bed look like a sleigh. Sleigh bed frames can have a box spring or no box spring.
Futon
Best for: Couples, Single Sleepers
A futon bed frame is a frame that is like a combination of a bed and couch. You can unfold these bed to form a typical bed. If you have no need for a bed, then you can fold the futon bed into a couch. The futon bed is more common for small spaces. It is also good for an area that can accommodate a guest.
Water Beds
Best for: Couples, Single Sleepers
A waterbed frame is designed to hold a waterbed mattress. For hard side waterbeds, the frame is essential because it surrounds the mattress and maintains its shape. In contrast, a soft side waterbed can be used with or without a frame, as its foam bolsters keep the mattress in place.
