Bedrooms are special spaces where we can unwind, fully relax and get the rest we need. Storage beds have a mattress that lifts up, meaning you can use the space underneath to store items. Alternatively, a storage bed might have drawers in the base for the same purpose. These beds provide the perfect solution for clearing away clutter or storing bulky items, leaving your bedroom a tidier and more peaceful place to sleep. Beds with storage are available in many different styles, sizes and types to suit your needs. But how do you know if a storage bed is the right choice for you?

Storage bed sizes

Every bedroom – especially small bedrooms – need as much storage as they can get. Luckily, Dreams stock every size from a small single bed with storage to a super king size bed with storage.

The most important thing to remember when choosing your bed size is to ensure you have enough room around the sides and foot of the bed to walk comfortably. The great thing about most storage beds is that, although they hold a lot, they are not bulky. So, a double bed with storage will look just the same as any standard bed, just with a hidden surprise.

Benefits of a bed with storage

As the name suggests, storage beds are built with compartments for you to keep items within the bed. Having a bed frame with storage frees up so much space in wardrobes, cupboards and shelves elsewhere in your bedroom.

Because storage beds have easy‐to‐use systems in place for you to either lift the mattress or use the drawers at the side, you can store absolutely anything you wish within them. Items like spare bedding, towels, shoes or seasonal clothing will sit comfortably underneath the mattress until you’re ready to use them. This means your room can stay looking neat and free from excess items and can also make more space in your wardrobes or airing cupboard.

Small bedrooms can benefit massively from having a storage bed. When space is already at a premium, any extra room that can be utilised is vital. Storage beds use the space that would have otherwise gone neglected between your mattress and the floor.

Types of storage bed

We’ve spoken briefly about what storage beds are, but what are the different types?

• Ottoman lift up storage beds – The mattress lifts up from the foot or the side of the storage bed with an easy‐to‐use mechanism. Perfect for rooms with not much space around the sides of the bed to open drawers.
• Divan beds – The base of the storage bed contains drawers for you to store your items.
• TV storage beds – Usually has an ottoman style lift up mattress and contains a TV in the foot‐ end of the bed, providing storage for both your things and your TV.
• Cabin beds – These beds are for kids and feature a mattress that’s raised higher than normal, with the space below used for a combination of shelves, desk space and storage.
• Mid Sleepers – Another storage bed most typically used for kids, midsleepers are similar to cabin beds but sit a little higher and have extra features.
• High sleepers – Also known as loft beds, these tall beds are great for maximising space in kids room. They make use of the floor space a bed with storage usually takes up. Expect extra cupboard storage and space for a desk or futon.

Our storage bed collection also features upholstered options in different fabrics such as leather, fabric are available in different colours such as beige and grey.

For more information on these beds or any of our other products, give us a call today on 0800 652 5090.