Double Beds

Why choose a double bed?

Compared to a single bed, double beds give solo sleepers enough room to spread out and sleep comfortably at night. For couples, a double bed frame is large enough to comfortably fit two people, without splurging on an expensive bed or sacrificing space. At 4ft 6in wide all our double beds offer incredible comfort and space; enabling you both to get the best sleep possible.

Understanding that these beds often occupy a large amount of your bedroom and floor space, it’s important that you get the right-sized double bed frame for you and your home. That’s why we offer a wide selection of materials and construction designs. This choice includes regular double beds which measure 137cm in width and small double beds measuring 122cm wide, which are ideal for smaller sized rooms.

Our selection of double beds includes every style, from solid wooden frames that’ll add traditional elegance to your home, to the very latest TV and tech beds that effortlessly match more contemporary styles. We offer choice across every aspect of your bed, including comfort grade, colour, spring count, finish and brand.

Types of double bed frames

Double beds have always been incredibly popular and will continue to be so. They offer a middle ground size and a nice approach for both sleeping space and floor space, maximising your room while ensuring you get the best night’s sleep. However, there are plenty of styles of double beds with different features that can better suit your needs. Take a look at our quick guide to the most popular types of double bed frames below.

1. Double storage beds

If you want to maximise your bed space but have a smaller bedroom, then a double bed with storage is a great option. With built-in storage options, you don’t have to worry about fitting in additional furniture for your things as well as your bed.

A double divan bed base is a classic option that many people are familiar with. Divan beds have drawers in the base, which can hold plenty of items and are a great choice for seasonal clothing, extra bedding, or shoes. With most divans you can choose between two drawers and four drawers, depending on how much storage you need. Just remember that you’ll need room around your bed to fully open the drawers.

Another popular choice is a double ottoman bed. An ottoman is the best choice if you want to get as much storage space as possible as the whole mattress lifts up, giving you the entire area of the bed frame to store items. Our ottomans come in a range of materials and styles, and all have easy-to-lift mechanisms that mean using the storage space is quick and simple.

Learn more about your options for a double bed with storage from our storage bed buying guide, which goes into more detail.

2. Double upholstered beds

Fabric or leather upholstered beds are another popular choice for a double bed. This is because they come in a range of choices and can fit any interior style, so having a double bed frame means that you don’t have to cut back on style. Upholstered double beds provide a comfortable and stable place to sleep while adding a touch of luxury to your bedroom.

Available in a wide range of styles and colours including velvet finish fabric and leather, you can make a statement or have a neutral bed frame to suit your décor, such as a white double bed frame. You can even double up on style and storage, as some of our upholstered double beds come with ottoman storage.

3. Double wooden beds

For a classic look, a double wooden bed frame is a great simple and timeless choice. Our range includes a variety of colours from natural light and dark woods, fresh white wooden beds, and calming grey wooden beds, all of which can complement any bedroom colour and style. Wooden bed frames are one of the most popular material choices because they are sturdy and durable, so they provide great support for your mattress as well as look good.

How to fit a double bed in a small bedroom

Although a double bed is the perfect middle ground size and will fit most bedrooms, those with smaller rooms might think that upgrading from a single will compromise on space. Before purchasing a double bed frame, it’s worth measuring up to bring you peace of mind.

A double bed is typically 190cm (75 inches) long and 135cm (53 inches) wide. However, some of these beds creep over those estimates. That’s because they may have a frame at the side, a headboard, or even a TV base. Because of this, we recommend comparing your room dimensions with your bed. Check out our bed and mattress size guide for more information.

If you have a smaller room, to ensure your double bed fits, you’ll need to work out a pathway for you to walk comfortably around the room. As mentioned, our double beds with storage would be a perfect fit for those short on space, as these can help to maximise the space around the room. Choosing an ottoman double bed or under-bed storage boxes means you can opt out of a wardrobe, or an additional set of drawers. For more on space saving, check out the Space Saving Beds Buying Guide.

If you do find your double bed to be too big, but still want to upgrade from a single, consider a small double bed instead. If you realise you have more space than you initially thought, and want to take a step up, why not go for full luxury and opt for a king size or super king size bed?

Are double beds good on a budget?

Double beds are great for those on a budget, and for those who aren’t looking to splurge on a bed for a spare room. We offer great affordable and cheap double bed frames but don’t worry, just because these double beds are on the lower end of the price scale, they don’t compromise on quality. Metal and wooden double bed frames are a great choice, as are divan bases. Starting from around £199, you can find cheap double bed frames that’ll look great and last a long time.

However, because these double beds are great for budgets, don’t think that this means you’re losing out on style. Not all wooden and metal double beds are simple and functional, there are plenty that are incredibly luxurious too. Featuring ornate headboards, great storage systems and beautiful finishing details, there’s scope for making one of these double beds a fabulous centrepiece. White double beds are extremely popular as well, providing a neutral backdrop that allows your bedding to take centre stage.