Low platform beds have been surfacing in interior designers' projects and in houses of Instagram fame for months now. They are the antidote to more traditional raised bed frames and the fastest way to inject some Scandinavian cool into your bedroom. They offer nonchalant chic, undone charm and minimalism in abundance. So, if you haven't yet invested in one of the best low platform beds going, what are you waiting for?
What are the benefits of a low platform bed?
In smaller rooms, or rooms with low ceilings, low platform beds can give the illusion of more space. They don't appear to eat into the room as much as more traditional raised bed frames, offering more ‘empty’ space above the bed. However, whilst they may make changing your bedding much easier, they don't allow for much storage space. If that's a top priority for you, you would be better off heading to our gallery on storage or ottoman beds, many of which offer the same ‘look’ as low platform beds.
Best low platform beds to buy 2023
A retailer famed for selling boho clothing may not be your first port of call when searching for a stylish platform bed. However, you would be missing out on a fantastic selection of bedroom furniture should you overlook Urban Outfitters. The Ria Rattan Bed is our top pick. Pair with white sheets and a thick, cosy duvet.
This low bed frame from Made comes, quite unusually, with under bed storage. Featuring large drawers for ample storage space, the external bed base is made from walnut stained pine, whilst slats lie width wise. Top it off with a memory foam mattress and you’re away!
Get Laid Beds offer lovingly crafted furnishings, handmade in the UK. If you're after a bespoke low platform bed, this is where to head. The company offer every possible size, from small single bed to double, all the way to super Caesar, which spans an enormous nine by seven feet. Once you've settled on the size, you can choose from more than 15 solid wood options for a high quality, unique low platform bed.
If simple, clean lines are what you’re after, you won’t do much better than this slatted base bed from John Lewis. It comes with no headboard, so you can style this bed however you please, whether that’s with rumpled linen bedding or hotel-worthy white sheets.
This easy assembly wooden platform bed is part of Urban Outfitters' charming bedroom furniture range. Made of mango wood, this would be a stylish addition to any bedroom.
A classic and affordable pick, this solid pine platform bed is an easy way to refresh your bedroom interiors.
Where can I buy a low platform bed?
Surprisingly, many of our most trusted retailers do not offer low platform beds. Platform bed frames are common, but they often come with legs or a significant headboard. Urban Outfitters have the best choices, with rattan and wood platform beds available at a very fair price.
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