Choosing the Perfect King-Size Bed Frame: A Comprehensive Guide

It may seem like choosing the perfect king-size bed frame is an easy task, but if you really think about it, things are not as simple as they seem. It is no longer like the old-school classic metal bed frames that you would use with a standard box spring mattress (which you can still buy today, but they are not suggested if you want a comfortable night’s sleep). You cannot simply unfold the metal sides, guide the box spring into place and tighten the frame down to fit. The beds today require a little more planning and a lot more measuring and visualization if you actually want to have the best sleep possible. 

Of course, there are many ways in which you can go about choosing the perfect bed frame for your king-size bed. First and foremost, you must either have the bed in your possession or have it on the way and know all the measurements and specifications because you are wasting your time without them. Now, with all that information in hand (mattress length, width, thickness, and style), it is time to roll up your sleeves and get down to business.

Style of King Size Bed Frames

The first, and arguably the most important, aspect of choosing a king-size bedframe is deciding on a style. This is mostly going to be up to you because everyone has their own specific tastes, but you must match the design cues that you already have going on in the room. That is not to say that if you have hardwood floors, you must go with a hardwood bed frame because that is not the case. Look around a little. For example, if your floor is hardwood, but your walls are green and blue like the ocean, you can get a frame that is also colored like the sea. The king-size bed frame will look great if it compliments something in the room.

Types Of King Size Bed Frames

There are many types of bed frames that you can get other than just the basic metal angle iron ones, so you need to know what you prefer. You also need to be realistic about how much space you have in your room because if you have a low ceiling, like if your room is in an attic, you cannot possibly go with a bunk bed style or even a canopy type of bedframe. So know what you can go with and then check through your options.

• Frame Only: As you would expect, this is nothing fancy, but it can be anything from an angle iron frame to all wood with slats that form the foundation. It will depend mainly upon the type of mattress you have.
• Platform: This is one of the most popular styles at the moment because it offers a frame with a solid platform that holds your mattress up off the floor. The height can vary depending on the frame’s style, and the platform’s design can be simple or elaborate, depending on your tastes and the room’s design. It can also be designed to have storage underneath by way of cupboards or drawers.
• Four Poster Bed: Four poster beds are commonly used for elaborate carvings or canopy beds. Of course, they can be added to the bedroom décor simply because you want some extra wood or metal. After all, they can make some great head and footboards when designed this way.
• Bunk Beds: This is the last of the most common types of king-size bed frames. It is commonly used for children’s rooms because it is two bases stacked above each other, but it can also be used in guest rooms and hunting or fishing cabins.

Cost Of The King Size Bed Frame

The final deciding factor in choosing a king-size bed frame will be the price. You should know how much money you have that can be spent on a frame, but if you don’t, take the time to make up a current budget. You will be glad that you did because it will not only help you choose a bed frame that you can afford, it will help you with every financial aspect of your life. But for now, once you know how much money you can spend on a frame, pick one out that matches your style and needs, and get it set up so you can enjoy all the hard work you put into the process.