Buying a Bed

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There's nothing more rejuvenating than an amazing night's sleep. To achieve that level of zen, you're definitely going to need a comfortable bed.  But what is comfortable for you? A soft,  medium,  or firm  mattress? And what size and style bed is best? We're here to help you catch the most Z's possible, so read this guide and you won't go wrong.

Let's get started...

Bed Sizes

Things that you should think about:

  • Do you sleep alone or share a bed?
  • Will this be for guests use or your own?
  • Do you have a particular style in mind?
  • Do you want a slat system  or a high off the ground box spring? 
  • How much space do you have for the bed?

Once you have your needs sorted out, you can then figure out what size would be best:

  • One Person
    • Twin
    • Twin XL
    • Full
  • Two People
    • Queen
    • King
    • California King

Bed Designs

The bed you sleep in says a lot about you. Once you have determined your specific needs, find the bed that best expresses your own personal style and character. There are tons of different styles to choose from, so start browsing!

Classic Beds

Wooden Beds  are a classic and beautiful idea for your bedroom.

Metal Beds  can come in a variety of styles and decors.

Futons  are metal or wooden frames that can be converted from a couch to a bed. Great versatility, but not that much support and cushioning.

Four-Poster Beds  and similar
Canopy Beds  can make you feel like royalty. Canopy Beds 

Kid Beds  are smaller  and more durable. children's beds 

Space-Saving Beds

Bunk beds  save space, but might bedangerous for younger children. Bunk Bed 

Trundle beds  hide a spare bed underneath the frame-perfect for guests and sleeopvers.

Murphy beds  can fold up into the wall or cabinet when not needed. Good if you need to save a lot of space, like in a studio apartment.

Day beds  are twin sized beds with a back designed to look like a sofa.

Lofted beds  give you more floor and drawer space underneath.

Alternatives

Round beds are an interesting and attention getting alternative.

Hammocks  are earthy and a relazing idea for a warm summer night. Get a pad so the ropes don't hurt your back. hammock pad 

Sofabeds  have the same space-saving qualities as a futon, but they usually aren't as comfortable.