A bed frame has a strong influence on the look and layout of a bedroom. When choosing a new one, start with the space it needs to fit, then compare its style, material and options. Revival Beds’ collection includes handmade solid wood beds in oak or pine, with leather-upholstered options on selected designs.
Start with the room and the measurements
Measure the space available for the bed, including the route through hallways, stairs and doorways. Check the external frame dimensions on the product page as well as the mattress size it takes. A headboard, footboard or posts can make a bed’s footprint larger than the mattress. Allow space to open drawers, walk around the bed and use bedside furniture. If the room has a low ceiling or awkward access, check the model’s height and delivery information before ordering. Exact dimensions and options vary by design.
Choose a style that suits the room
The collection includes sleigh, four-poster, traditional, leather, New England and Metropolitan styles. A sleigh bed has curved headboard and footboard profiles; a four-poster adds vertical posts around the bed. Leather beds bring an upholstered finish to the headboard, while simpler wooden frames suit rooms where you want a quieter shape. Browse the solid wood bed collection, including sleigh beds, four-poster beds and leather beds.
Compare wood and finishes
Revival Beds’ solid wood collection is available in oak or pine, with finish choices depending on the design. Check each product page for the available wood and finishes. You can request wood samples to compare colours with the floor, paint and other furniture in your room.
Build the room scheme around what you want to keep
A wooden bed can provide a starting point for the room’s colours and textures, but every item does not need to match. Compare samples beside existing furniture, flooring and fabrics, in daylight and with your usual lighting.
You can combine wood with other materials and repeat a finish or colour in a few details. If you want a seasonal change, consider a different cushion cover, throw or curtain fabric before replacing furniture that still works for you. Keep bed drapes and other textiles within the chosen model’s intended arrangement and care instructions.
Check the options for the individual model
Before you decide, check the product page for the bed’s available sizes, external measurements, finish choices and other options, such as under-bed storage. Confirm that the frame and mattress sizes are compatible, and review the delivery information for your home. Do not assume that an option shown on one model is available on every bed.
Make a shortlist
Compare two or three frames using the same details: style, material, finish, external dimensions, access and available options. This makes it easier to see which design suits the room and how it will work day to day.
Explore the solid wood bed collection, book a visit to our Retford factory showroom, or request free wood samples before choosing a finish.
