bedframe

A bedframe is a rigid support structure that holds a mattress and keeps it elevated from the floor. It provides stability, aligns with the bed’s headboard and footboard, and often includes a base or slats to distribute weight and ventilate the mattress.

Common components include a headboard, a footboard, and side rails that connect the ends. A base or set of slats supports the mattress, sometimes with a central support or legs for added strength. Some frames include storage drawers, shelves, or under-bed space, and adjustable feet to stabilize on uneven floors.

Bedframes are made from wood, metal, or upholstered materials. Wooden frames use softwood or hardwood; metal frames are usually steel or aluminum and may feature tubular profiles. Slats may be solid wood, plywood, or composite.

Styles range from simple, minimal frames to elaborately carved or upholstered models. Common designs include platform, panel, sleigh, canopy, and loft variants, with finishes in natural wood, painted, or fabric coverings. Sizes align with standard mattress dimensions such as twin, full, queen, and king.

A bedframe should match the mattress size and foundation type. Some frames require a foundation, while platform frames provide built-in support. Slatted frames allow airflow and reduce moisture buildup; headboards and footboards are optional in many modern designs.

Historically, bed frames evolved from four-poster constructions to mass-produced wooden and metal frames in the 20th century, emphasizing durability, ease of assembly, and modularity.