Storage Beds

The Ultimate Storage Bed Guide

Not familiar with what a storage bed is? Here’s a full guide to this amazingly practical and useful piece of furniture that you should consider if you have a small room layout.

What is A Storage Bed?

As the name suggests, a storage bed is a bed that comes with plenty of useful storage capacity – whether in the form of pull-out drawers, under the bed storage compartments accessible via a lifting mechanism, or shelving.

Why Should You Get a Storage Bed?

Wondering why you should opt for a storage bed instead of a normal bed frame? Well, here are some incredibly compelling reasons why:

• They provide plenty of space to store large bedroom essentials like beddings and more
• The storage space is out of sight, usually tucked away under the bed, so you don’t have to deal with clutter in the bedroom
• Due to the added storage compartments, storage beds are more stable and better at providing support
• Some storage beds offer customization in terms of compartments so you can decide how to design the storage space for your specific needs
• Some types come with upholstered and padded frames for extra comfort
• It fully utilizes the space under your bed, which means no more getting things lost under the bed

What Types of Storage Beds Are There?

Once you’re convinced about getting a storage bed, the next step is to decide which type you may prefer.

Ottoman Storage Beds

Ever seen a bed that can lift to reveal spacious compartments hidden underneath the mattress? That’s an ottoman storage bed for you!

Ottomans are a popular choice for small bedrooms due to the large storage capacity (usually large as the size of your mattress) and because they open upwards, and not sideways like drawers, and hence will not be constrained by the lack of floor space.

Worried about lifting a heavy mattress to get access to your items? Many new models now come with smart hydraulic lifting mechanisms or are even able to be remote-controlled.

Divan Storage Beds

Another common category of storage beds is divan beds. Usually upholstered with plush padded fabric, divan beds tend to have a base that’s the same size as the mattress it supports (a slight space-saving feature), padded headboards, and pull-out drawers.

These tend to come with plenty of customisable storage options – from multiple side drawers, end drawers, or even ottoman-style lift-up storage underneath the bed.

Wooden Bedframes with Drawer and Shelving Storage

Don’t need the plush upholstery that typically comes with Divan beds or the fancy mechanisms of the Ottoman? Then opt for no-frills wooden bed frames with storage compartments for significant cost savings, while being able to customize storage features to your heart’s content!

Prefer something compact and does not take up too much space, while blending perfectly with your minimalist Scandinavian or Muji-esque interior? That’s our LUNA Storage Drawer Tatami Bed Frame for you. A simple solid one-piece high box platform, it not only accommodates a trio of sliding drawers but also flip-up deep storage compartments. Comes in two colours – Walnut and Natural Wood.

Prefer to maximize storage compartments around your sleeping area? Opt for additional storage compartments with our LUNA Storage Drawer Bed Frame with Headboard instead. With sliding drawers, under the bed storage, and a headboard that offers open storage spaces for display and even a “locker” space from the side, you’ll be spoiled for choice when it comes to storage.

What To Consider When Deciding Which Storage Bed to Buy?

So how should you decide which type of storage bed to go with? Here are some simple considerations you might want to take note of before making your choice:

Ease of Operability

Depending on who will be using the bed, you might want to consider which type of storage compartment is easier to access.

For example, you might not want to consider an ottoman bedframe that requires strength to lift (if not remote-controlled) and may not be suitable for elderly users or those with back problems.

Drawers in a divan bed or wooden bedframe, on the other hand, are probably easier to use for anyone, including little children, but may not be feasible if the room does not have sufficient space for the drawers to open fully.

Type of Things You Plan to Store

Are you planning to store huge items like suitcases, beddings, and whatnot that require significant storage capacity that only require access only once in a blue moon? If so, an ottoman is the perfect choice as it usually comes with more storage capacity depth-wise.

On the other hand, if it’s for storing smaller items like clothes, toys, or things you tend to require easy and frequent access to, then drawers are probably your best bet. After all, you probably don’t want the hassle of constantly lifting the bed just to get to your stuff every day.

Budget

Ottomans tend to be the priciest of the lot, due to the mechanisms to lift the bed. Divans with drawers tend to be middle range due to the cost of the upholstery, whereas wooden bedframes tend to be the most affordable while still offering the flexibility of storage compartment customizations.

Personal Style

Ottomans and divans tend to come in upholstered fabrics versus wooden bedframes with matching storage that comes with a different aesthetic – so it’s really about which best fits your style and room décor.

Shop For Affordable Storage Beds at Lulu Furniture Today!

At Lulu Furniture, we offer plenty of storage bedframe options for you to choose from!

Whether you are looking for a simple storage drawer wooden bedframe to something more customizable with headboards and shelving, we’ve got it all! Head over to our website to start your search today!