Sealy Divan Bases & Headboards

What types of Sealy divans can I choose from?

There are two bases in the Sealy collection: divan bases and ottoman beds. The Sealy Divan Bed Base comes with up to four drawers, two on each side, each 12cm deep. Good for clothes, books, spare pillows, the things that need to be close but not on show. The Sealy Ottoman Divan Bed Base opens from the end, with 25-26cm of internal storage beneath the mattress, which is considerably more space.

Not sure where to start? Our bed buying guide covers the basics, and the divan beds guide goes deeper on what makes a divan a solid long-term choice. It's also worth checking our storage beds guide if you're weighing up which type of storage works better for your room layout.

Are Sealy divan beds comfortable?

Yes. The platform's top base gives a solid, even surface for your mattress, which helps it perform as it should. The base itself doesn't add any softness or bounce, but that's actually a good thing. It maintains the feel of your mattress and prevents it from shifting. If you want to know more, our guide on whether divan beds are comfortable covers this in more detail.

How strong are Sealy divan beds?

Sealy divan bases are handmade in the UK and built on a timber frame with a solid platform top. Both of our Sealy beds come with Sealy's StayTight fabric to keep your mattress exactly where you put it. They're designed to be durable under regular use. For more details on load-bearing and long-term performance, take a look at our guide on how strong divan beds are.

Which Sealy headboard should I choose?

It usually comes down to how much of a statement you want to make:

• The Sealy Pavilion Headboard offers a bold design with six rows of deeply tufted buttons, and it sits flush to the floor. It suits larger rooms and people who want their bed to be the focal point of the room.
• The Sealy Shard Headboard is quieter but no less considered. Its signature fluted curves are padded and upholstered in your chosen fabric, with a strutted design that keeps it lightweight and easy to attach.
• The Sealy Tate Headboard sits somewhere between the two. Notched, full height, fully padded, with nine fabric options and a clean profile that works across a lot of different room styles.

For more styling ideas, our headboard inspiration guide and head-turning statement headboard ideas are worth a browse.

Do Sealy headboards work with other divan bases?

Sealy headboards are designed to pair with Sealy divan bases. The strutted headboards (Shard) attach easily to the base; the full-height models (Pavilion and Tate) sit flush to the floor and connect directly. If you're shopping for headboards, we have a wide selection that fits different bed frames.

What fabrics and colours are available?

Choose from velvet, wool, and tweed. The velvet-touch finish gives a soft, smooth feel and a slight sheen. Wool is warm and slightly textural, offering a natural level of comfort. Tweed adds a more structured, characterful look. All three come in beige, blue, brown, grey and silver across both the divan bases and headboards, so everything coordinates without any guesswork. Order up to three free fabric samples before you commit.

What size Sealy divan bed or headboard do I need?

Sealy divan bases are available in four sizes:

• Single Sealy beds (90cm x 190cm) work well for smaller rooms or younger sleepers.
• Double Sealy beds  (135cm x 190cm) are a solid choice for a guest room or a bedroom where space is tight.
• King-size Sealy beds (150cm x 200cm) give you a little more room to stretch out.
• Super king Sealy beds (180cm x 200cm) are the ones for anyone who's done compromising on space.

Headboards are available in all four sizes to match your base exactly, so there's no mix-and-match needed. Need more information? Check out our bed and mattress size guide.

Do I need to buy a mattress separately?

Yes. Sealy divan bases are sold without a mattress, so you can pair yours with whichever mattress suits you best. Browse the full Sealy mattress range to find your match, or explore bed and mattress sets if you'd rather sort everything in one go.

Ready to find your perfect Sealy bed at Dreams?

If you have any questions or want to see the fabrics in person before you order, visit one of our stores near you to explore the Sealy collection. When you're ready to buy, we offer free delivery on all orders, an optional assembly service so your bed is set up exactly as it should be, and a Bedcover service plan to keep it protected for years to come.