25 best bed frames to buy now, according to our editors

When it comes to choosing the best bed frames for you, there is a lot to consider; comfort is key, but style is just as important. If you're looking to refresh your bedroom, a new bed is the fastest and easiest way to do so.

An ottoman bed is good for storage, but a low platform bed might be better at opening up the room. A cast iron bed is a timeless choice, but a four poster bed might be more impactful. With so many questions to ask and elements to consider, you've come to the right place. We've compiled an edit of stylish double beds, four poster beds and platform beds to choose from, with the aim of helping you achieve the very best night's sleep on the absolute best bed.

Ornate beds can add so much beauty to even the plainest rooms, so don't shy away from more unusual pieces. If you prefer a more streamlined look, consider whether you'd prefer to dress your bed in crisp white sheets or patterned bedding, as that will help inform your decision. Wooden bed frames have stood the test of time as a sturdy, reliable and sleek option that last for years and look wonderful in nearly every type of bedroom. If you have a high ceiling, a four poster bed might make a nice choice. For inspiration, have a look at our guide on how to do a four poster bed.

Out for the Count Four Poster Bed, marine blue

Why we love it: The ‘Out for the Count Four Poster Bed’ by NiX is a subtly theatrical bed frame. You can add curtains for a more relaxed look, or lean into its clean lined form. There are three options to choose from: marine blue, ruby red and sage green. Four poster beds tend to be fairly obtrusive in a bedroom, as they take up not just floor space, but ‘air space’ too. However, having seen this bed frame in real life, we can attest to the fact that it's more subtle than you might think. You can add curtains for a more relaxed look, or lean into its clean lined form. There are three options to choose from: marine blue, ruby red and sage green.

Rivas Bed, double

Why we love it: For maximum impact, you can't go wrong with a fully upholstered bed frame. The ‘Rivas’ bed from Soho Home is a great choice, and would pair well with plain white walls, or really sing in front of a contrasting paint colour.. There are 14 fabric options to choose from, each one a signature Soho Home offering, so you're sure to find something you like. Handmade in the UK, the bed frame comes with the headboard, frame and slats. Keep the rest of the bed drama free with a plump down duvet and some crisp white bedding.

Cleo French Vintage Rattan Bed

Why we love it: Wooden bed frames are unique in the landscape. They're practical, easy to clean, and fit into most colour schemes without issue. Plus, if you tire of the plain wood, you can easily sand it down, prime and paint it a different colour in a single weekend. We particularly like the La Redoute ‘Cleo’ bed frame, with hand carved elements and rattan. Grand, but not too imposing. It also comes in a lovely linen upholstered version, giving it a slightly softer look than the rattan.

This smart wooden bed frame is a tried and true all rounder. Somehow La Redoute have managed to strike a perfect balance between a number of aesthetics. It would work just as brilliantly with bedding in bucolic prints as it would in clean, crisp linen. It would hold its own in a minimal, pared back space, yet would look charming in a cottage bedroom.

Atlas Bed Base

Why we love it: When it comes to comfort, you can't get much better than a bed frame made by a mattress specialist. Simba are our go to when it comes to mattresses, so it's no surprise they've risen up through the bed frame ranks so quickly. The ‘Atlas’ is a simple, clean lined choice, that looks just as directional as any bed frame made by a design-first retailer. With bags of science and a new slat system, this bed frame is built to offer the best support possible for their mattresses. Even better, the bed comes with a 200 night trial, so you have more than enough time to decide if it's right or not.

Pair with:

Simba Hybrid Pro Double Mattress

Simba Hybrid Luxe Double Mattress

Hampton Double Bed

Why we love it: Brass bed frames are a perennial favourite of House & Garden editors. They are cosy and inviting whilst still looking grown up enough to hold their own in a smart bedroom. The Cornish Beds company is our go to for fully customisable pieces, and the ‘Hampton’ is our top pick.

There's something almost magical about the slightly nostalgic feel of a traditional metal frame: it's Bedknobs and Broomsticks and Mary Poppins all wrapped up into one cocooning bed. There are 13 colour options available for the Hampton Bed, but if you're not satisfied with any of those, The Cornish Bed Co will make a bespoke one for you for an extra £100. They also offer a whole range of customisations and you can order this bed as a bedstead, bed surround, with a headboard, with no headboard, as a four poster and so on. This is craftsmanship at its finest and you're guaranteed to love your bed for your whole life long.

Pair with:

The Lambswool Mattress

The Cashmere Mattress

Habitat Chiltern Spindle Double Wooden Bed Frame

Why we love it: For under £500, you can't get much better than this stylish Habitat bed frame. Reminiscent of Ercol pieces, there's a certain mid century cool to it that looks at once laidback and inviting. It comes in three neutral finishes, the oak which is shown here, plus black and walnut, all of which would pair well with either plain or patterned bedding. The Chiltern is made from solid wood and an oak veneer, meaning it isn't solid oak, but that's to be expect from a bed at the lower end of the price spectrum. There is some self-assembly required, but again, this is an effective cost saving measure, so if you have one eye on the purse strings it could be a good way to go.

Lyndhurst Double Bed, easy clean plush velvet

Why we love it: Those looking to invest in a seriously fabulous night's sleep, should look no further than Darlings of Chelsea. The family run retailer take real care over the production of their items (their sofa beds are a particular highlight), and, whilst the frame is guaranteed for a decade, this purchase is a lifetime one. The Lyndhurst bed is one of the most plush and comfortable we've seen and comes in a range of divine colours, so there's one to suit every interior.

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Canoga Double Rattan Bed

Why we love it: Urban Outfitters might be best known as a clothing retailer, but their furniture is rather stylish too. It's part of the same brand group as Anthropologie, so that bohemian luxury thread runs through both furniture lines. Their Canoga Bed is rather affordable at £649, so it won't break the bank. There is some assembly required, so if that's not in your wheelhouse, this item might be best avoided. However, if you're looking for cost saving measures and a pretty frame, it's a good way to go.

Raphia Double Bed

Why we love it: Swoon Editions can sometimes fall off the radar when looking for furniture, but it really shouldn't. Their larger pieces are often pretty affordable and quite charming at that. This 70s inspired rattan number would suit just about any bedding style, so you could opt for either crisp white bed sheets or colourful linen.

Christo Four-Poster Bed

Why we love it: Those looking for a bed to last a lifetime should look no further than Pimlico Road stalwart, Pinch. Handcrafted and perfected down to every last detail, Pinch's bed frames are a cut above the rest. The Christo Four-Poster Bed is our absolute favourite, and those lucky enough to have high ceilings should be making the most of them with a dramatic four poster like this one.

French Sleigh Bed, double

Why we love it: Narrow or small bedrooms can present a challenge when it comes to decorating. However, the right design choices can take a space from cramped and unusable to a welcoming cocoon-like environment. One of the best ways to do that is to choose an attractive bed that will become the room's focal point without being overwhelming. This Scumble Goosie sleigh bed is such a beast.

Madara Retro Bed

Why we love it: Sometimes simple is best, and that's never more proven than with French furniture company La Redoute's offering. Their Madara Bed is a pared-back, stylish piece made from oak and cane. It's a brilliant bed frame for a guest bedroom, or first home thanks to its accessible price point.

Chamberlayne Bed

Price on request

Buy Now at Max Rollitt

Why we love it: Much like Pinch, Max Rollitt's pieces have an attention to detail you simply won't find on the high street. Their offering includes antique and contemporary, made to order items, making each furnishing unique. The Chamberlayne Bed has a particularly regal air about it. Dress it in swathes of beautiful fabric for maximum impact.

Ardmore Bed

Sugar Puff Bed

Melbury Velvet Bed, Dark Leg

Marna King Size Bed

Carved Bed

Price on request

Buy Now at Chelsea Textiles

Coniston Four Poster Bed

Price on request

Buy Now at Turnpost Beds

Ruché Beech and Polyurethane Bed, by Inge Sempé

Companions Bed, by De La Espada

No. 4 Bed

Price on request

Buy Now at Savoir Beds

Group Bed, king size beech and plywood-framed, by Philippe Malouin

Gregory Bed, by Antonio Citterio, covered in ‘Eleo 1189’,

Price on request

Buy Now at Flexform

Wrought Iron And Brass Bed Co. Lily Iron Bed Frame, double, black

• Best bed frame overall - Out for the Count Four Poster, £2,995 from Nix.
• Best upholstered bed frame - Rivas Bed, £3,595 from Soho Home.
• Best wooden bed frame- Claudine King Bed, £899 from Swoon.
• Best specialist bed frame- Atlas Bed Base, £499 from Simba Sleep.
• Best metal bed frame- Hampton Bed, £1,830 from Cornish Beds Co.
• Best budget bed frame - Chiltern Spindle Double Bed Frame, oak, £400 from Habitat.
• Best luxury bed frame - Lyndhurst Double Bed, £2,190 from Darlings of Chelsea.