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Metal beds have been around for centuries and remain a classic, versatile choice for a range of bedroom design styles.

Traditional Victorian antique metal beds, hand-wrought by skilled artisans, are popular showpieces for collectors.  Because of their detailed handcrafting, no two heirloom metal beds are exactly the same.  Though finding a genuine historic wrought iron bed can be thrilling, keep in mind that mattresses back in the 18th century were much different than they are now.  You may have trouble fitting your bed with a modern mattress and might even have to commission a custom-made mattress or box spring to fit the unique dimensions of your antique bed.  This can be very expensive.  There is also the risk of damage that has occurred over time, which can interfere with the way your bed sits on the floor or holds a mattress.  Always inspect and measure an heirloom metal bed carefully before you buy so you know what you’re getting into.

If you’re unwilling or unable to purchase an expensive antique metal bed, there are plenty of other options with equal style and durability.  Modern metalwork ranges from traditional heirloom reproductions to contemporary abstract designs.  You’ll find metal beds and headboards with delicate Art Nouveau themes, ornate decoration, and sleek geometric designs.  Thanks to advances in technology and new metalwork techniques, metal beds are more affordable than ever before.  Ask your retailer about the steel gauge used on these modern beds, as higher grade steel means a better quality bed.

Decorating and fitting your child’s bedroom can be an exciting time. Transforming a bedroom into a sanctuary and individual space can really bring it home that you are looking after the next generation. Choosing the right bed is an essential part of this, all the more so as the bed is likely to be a central feature.

As with adult beds, considering the right size, accessories, such as headboards, and the material, such as wood, metal or aluminium, is important to get right. Although children’s beds are not double or king size, bunk beds and sleepover beds – which feature a pull out mattress – can accommodate two or more children. Bed length can also vary, from cot beds to junior beds that can be used sometimes right up to adulthood.

Children divan beds offer storage space in drawers or compartments that fit under the mattress, which can help on saving space elsewhere in the bedroom. In choosing the right bed, it is highly recommended, if applicable, to check your child’s own wishes so that they feel involved. It is after all your child that will spend close to a third of the 24 hour day asleep in the bed.

Think of functionality as well as the fun in considering the range of options and accessories available to you. Getting younger children to sleep can be hard enough: choosing the right bed will only help in having your child want to sleep.

In the simplest of terms, divan beds are basically armless couches by day and beds by night.  They are perfectly suitable for use as a standard bed but just have a base with no actual frame.  Divan beds should not be confused with sofa beds since they have no arms and typically offer storage capabilities with drawers being in the base.  This type of bed can also look like a standard sized bed and not just an armless couch.  The key is that they offer good storage areas unlike other styles of bed on the market.  In the UK, you can find divan beds in single, double, or king size.

The size of the divan bed that you purchase is going to be determined by the size of the bedroom or the area in the house that you are planning on locating it.  Is it going to be in the master bedroom, a guest bedroom, or do you want a couch and bed combination for your living room or den? In any event, you cannot beat the combination of functionality, practicality, and versatility that a divan bed provides you with.

Remember that the typical divan bed consists of just a base and a mattress, so if you want a headboard or a headboard and footboard, that will be an additional expense. Like all beds you can choose from a large range of qualities and prices.