Today we have two basic choices in bed frames - the platform bed frames and the box spring bed frames. Among them, the former is the original type of bed frames, which may have evolved out of necessity such as to save the sleeping person from cold or from insect bites. If indeed any such things had happened, it must have happened long long ago; there is no way we can verify it now. These types of bed frames are so ancient that you even find them preserved inside the Egyptian pyramids along with all other pieces of furniture used in those days. Therefore, you see, in spite of a modern name its root lays in antiquity…

A platform bed frame is simply a bed frame that uses only a mattress. But, most of the old-style bed frames are actually box-spring bed frames, which have the frames, box springs, and mattresses working together to make up the actual bed. These types of beds were introduced in the mid 1960s and they dominated the world for quite a long time. However, of late, discerning buyers seem to prefer the platform bed frames to the other types.

If you are thinking of refurbishing your home, you can consider the platform bed frames without any hesitation. Today, they come in three styles.
• Contemporary - Just as all types of contemporary bedroom furniture, the contemporary platform beds too feature clean lines, neutral elements and solid color characteristics.
• Traditional - The traditional beds produce the traditional look and feel of that early Mission Style Furniture, but with a difference. While the genuine mission style beds were of box type, today you have them in platform style too.
Transitional - The transitional platform bed frames are the bridge between contemporary and traditional. They may reflect a more modern look, but at the same time may have delicate modern scrollwork contained within the headboard.

All said and done, in this age, the contemporary bedroom furniture has an edge over others. Such furniture will naturally suit contemporary architecture as well as decor. Today such furniture is sold in sets. However, you can also buy each piece separately. If you want to buy them separately, make sure that they are compatible in style as well as in materials.

If the existing décor or the furniture is traditional, you should go only with the traditional style of bed frames. Then again, the size of your room is also very important. Canopy beds may look quite fancy; but it will look clumsy if the room is too small. In short, you must have a holistic approach towards your bedroom décor rather than concentrating on each piece.

However, the contemporary canopy bed frames is unique by all means. If you choose carefully, they add individuality to your room. However, some beds of that kind are designed for outdoor use only. They don’t look good inside your bedroom. In fact, the golden rule behind a successful room decoration is the furniture should not be too big or too decorative for the room; it shouldn’t be either so insignificant in size and decor that it gets lost in the room.

Another important point is that, for perfect room décor, the less is better; there must be enough space left in the room for carrying out the day-to-day activities. For example, if you believe you will need more storage space than the room can actually afford, you can try the Captain’s Bed. It may be that this is the first time you have heard of the name, but it cannot be the first time you will be seeing it. You see, a captain’s bed is actually a platform bed with drawers and storage compartments built in underneath. People generally use them for storing bed linens and blankets.

Getting a bunk bed for the children’s room is also another way of saving floor space. In this type of bed, a number of platform bed frames can be stacked one above the other. This saves a lot of floor space in the room as it allows more than one person to sleep in the same room. Four pillars, one at each corner of the bed, support the upper beds. Ladders are provided to reach top beds and railings prevent the upper bed users from falling off in sleep. Therefore, they are safe as well as convenient.

Article by Sam Kiesel of BedFramesOnline, who is a specialist in beddings. For more information on bedroom sets and platform bed frames, visit his site today.

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