To create a sleep-friendly bedroom where you drift off to sleep with ease every night, you need the right bed. It’s not just a comfortable mattress but also a quality bed frame that provides both support and style.  

With several different types of bed frames available, buying a new bed requires some consideration to ensure you buy the right one. Some of the key consideration include: 

• Type of bed frame
• Determine the style of your bedroom
• Choose your bedframe size
• Quality of frame
• Storage and other requirements

The King Living Bed Collection offers a range of styles to suit different aesthetics and needs. In this guide to how to choose a bed frame, we explore five key considerations to help you make the right decision.

Types of bed frames

There are many types of bedframes available, each with their own unique benefits and visual style. 

• Wooden bed frames 
  Timeless and durable, wooden bed frames bring a natural warmth to any bedroom. A classic choice that complements both traditional and modern spaces. 
• Low profile beds 
  Sleek and understated, low profile beds create a clean, minimalist aesthetic. Perfect for achieving a contemporary, streamlined look. 
• Fabric beds 
  Soft, padded fabric finishes offer both comfort and style. Fabric beds add warmth and texture while allowing for endless customisation with colours and textures. 
• Leather beds 
  Sophisticated and refined, leather beds are easy to clean and effortlessly luxurious. 
• Platform beds 
  Simple, strong, and modern. Platform beds offer solid support without the need for a box spring, creating a low, grounded aesthetic. 
• Steel bed frames 
  Designed to provide a sturdy, durable base, steel frames are engineered for maximum strength and longevity. 
• Storage beds 
  Ideal for modern living, storage beds maximise space while keeping essentials tucked away and within reach. 
• Motion beds 
  Bringing tailored comfort to your fingertips, motion beds adjust to your perfect position, supporting rest, relaxation, and wellness.

Neo Bed in Club Charcoal.

Select a bed frame that complements the interior style of your room

1. Determine the aesthetic of your room

When choosing a bed frame, consider the aesthetics and style of your bedroom. When the bed frame aligns with your other bedroom decor, it can help create harmony in the space. A cohesive, polished look will also make the space more welcoming and inviting, creating a sense of peace in your bedroom. 

“We design bed frames to offer comfort and quality construction, and to become showstopping focal points in the room,” says Alinta Lim, King Living Senior Designer. “Your bed, like other furniture pieces in your home, should reflect your unique personality and design sensibilities.” 

Selecting a bed frame that complements the interior style of your room starts with understanding the overall aesthetic you want to achieve. Whether your space leans towards modern minimalism, relaxed coastal vibes, or a timeless aesthetic, the right bed frame can anchor and elevate the design.  

2. Select a frame style that matches the determined aesthetic

Once you've defined your room’s aesthetic, the next step is choosing a frame style that truly embodies that vision. Whether your space exudes modern minimalism, relaxed coastal vibes, or timeless elegance, the bed frame should echo these design principles. For instance, a wooden bed frame is ideal for traditional or rustic spaces, lending a warm, organic feel that anchors the room. In contrast, a sleek fabric headboard suits modern minimalism perfectly, offering softness and visual contrast without overwhelming the space. Look for silhouettes, details, and proportions that complement your decor and serve as a visual anchor for the room. A well-chosen frame style elevates your bedroom, ensuring that every element works together harmoniously to create a cohesive space. 

3. Select a material that compliments the aesthetic of the room

The material and finish of the bed frame play a crucial role in how it integrates into the room. For modern spaces, clean lines and sleek finishes, like the Neo Bed is ideal. Padded fabric headboards in neutral tones like grey or charcoal enhance a contemporary look without overpowering it. Coastal-style rooms, on the other hand, benefit from light, airy fabrics in shades of white or cream, paired with natural textures to create a relaxed feel. Traditional interiors often call for richer materials—think wooden frames, tufted headboards, or even statement pieces like the Adelaide Four Poster Bed, which add a sense of timeless elegance. 

Colour and fabric selection are equally important. Since the bed is often the focal point of the room, its colour should either complement the existing palette or offer a striking contrast. Neutral shades provide versatility, while bold tones can introduce personality.  

All King Living beds are made to order, ensuring you can tailor your bed with a wide range of fabrics, leathers, finishes, and accessories, ensuring it fits seamlessly within your design vision.

Jasper Bed in Byron Blush fabric and Natural Oak timber finish. 

Choose a bed that fits the size and space of your room

When you select your bed frame, considering how much space you need is more than choosing between a king, queen, or double-sized bed. Some bed frames are more compact than others, even for the same size mattress.  

First consider how much space you will need around the bed to move freely around the room. Ideally, leave at least 75-90 cm (30-36 inches) of clearance on each side of the bed and at the foot of the bed. This allows for easy movement, making the space feel open and functional. 

If your room is compact, a minimum of 60 cm (24 inches) on each side can still offer enough space to navigate. For larger rooms, extra clearance enhances a sense of luxury and spaciousness, especially if you plan to include additional furniture like bedside tables, benches, or dressers. Remember to also factor in door swings, windows, and built-in wardrobes when positioning the bed.  

The Jasper Bed is an ideal choice for larger bedrooms. Jasper features a grand footprint thanks to its platform base, which extends beyond the edges of the mattress. This design creates a bold, architectural presence in the room, making the bed a true statement piece. The extended platform not only enhances the bed's visual impact but also adds functional surface space with integrated timber shelving—ideal for placing bedside essentials like books or trays without the need for bedside tables. 

“It’s all about weighing up your styling desires with the available space and ensuring you find a bed frame that suits both,” adds Alinta. 

If you prefer or need a more slimline style, consider the Encore Bed. It offers a refined, minimalist design without compromising on comfort, and can integrate optional smart accessories. The bed's raised sculpted legs also help to create a sense of airiness and depth in the space. 

In a smaller bedrooms, beds with optional integrated Smart Accessories can remove the need for bedside tables. However, you should take into consideration the bed's complete dimensions when measuring your space. 

Best beds for small spaces:
 
The Neo Bed is a streamlined choice, with its clean lines and compact frame making it ideal for minimalist or smaller rooms. The Encore Bed also suits tighter spaces, offering a balanced design that doesn’t overpower the room, while the Delta Coast Bed brings a relaxed, coastal feel in a streamlined form, ideal for compact spaces. 

Best beds for larger spaces:
 
The Jasper Bed makes a strong statement with its grand footprint, where the platform extends beyond the mattress, anchoring expansive bedrooms. The Adelaide Four Poster Bed is designed for rooms with generous proportions, bringing a sense of grandeur and height, while the Horizon Bed, with its enveloping form, creates a luxurious retreat, perfect for master suites.  

When choosing a bed, consider not just room size but also delivery access. Platform beds, with their extended bases, may be harder to navigate through narrow hallways or stairwells, especially in apartments. Always check dimensions and access points to ensure a smooth delivery, or opt for modular designs that are easier to install in tight spaces. For peace of mind, King Living offers a convenient access check service.

Encore Bed in Richmond Tobacco.

Investing for the long-term

A bed frame is an investment in your sleep. A quality, sturdy bed frame not only enhances comfort but also stands the test of time. That’s why it’s essential to consider the materials and construction when choosing your bed. 

Engineered steel frames 
At the core of every King Living bed is a precision-engineered steel frame, designed for strength, stability, and longevity. Unlike timber-only frames, steel won’t warp or weaken over time, ensuring your bed remains solid and supportive—year after year. 

High-quality timber 
Solid, sustainably sourced timber adds natural warmth and durability. Quality timber frames won’t creak or crack, giving you peace of mind that your bed won’t fail you—especially in the middle of the night. 

Premium fabrics and leather 
Upholstered beds offer both comfort and style, but not all fabrics are created equal. King Living uses premium textiles and luxurious leathers that are durable, easy to maintain, and designed to retain their beauty over time. 

Headboards with removable covers 
The addition of removable covers enables you to replace or update your headboard style with ease, ensuring longevity. Whether reading, relaxing, or working from bed, a comfortable padded headboard also provides additional support. 

With a King Living bed, every element is thoughtfully designed for comfort, durability, and style—ensuring your bed supports you in every way that matters. 

“When you choose a King Living bed, you’re choosing exceptional craftsmanship and Australian design,” explains Alinta. “Our bed frames are meticulously crafted to deliver enduring quality, ensuring your investment in sleep is one that lasts.” 

Serenade Soft Storage Bed in Bowen Natural White.

Storage and other requirements 

The final consideration when choosing a bed frame is thinking about the practical requirements for your bed. If you are short on space, choosing a bed with built in storage under the bed is an excellent way to help maximise the space in your bedroom. Or would your back benefit from a bed platform that raises to minimise bending while making the bed? King Living storage beds are crafted with a simple gas lift to access the internal compartment or create an elevated position for easy bed making. 

King Living offers a collection of storage beds, including the Promenade Storage Bed, Jasper Bed, Delta Coast Storage Bed and Symphony® Storage Bed, 

If you are looking to create a more streamlined look in the bedroom, bed designs with integrated accessories like lights and side tables can remove the need for additional lamps and bedside tables. 

“Considered design is about ensuring a piece of furniture is not just aesthetically pleasing,” says Alinta. “It also needs to have practical design elements that makes living with it feel effortless.” 

Choose your bed frame with King Living

Explore the King Living Bed Collection and choose from designs to suit every style, preference and need.  

Visit your nearest showroom to experience the designs in person or discover more bed articles:

• King Living Bed Accessories: Streamline your bedroom interior design
• Storage bed comparison
• Design a bedroom sanctuary that's functional all year round