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Start with size — it dictates everything else

Before falling in love with a headboard, measure your room. A bed that’s too large for the space will dominate it; too small and you’ll wonder why you upgraded. As a rule of thumb, leave at least 60cm of clear space on each side of the bed for getting in and out comfortably, and remember that the headboard adds height and presence beyond the mattress footprint.

If you’re torn between sizes, size up when the room allows it. Most couples who upgrade from a double to a king say the same thing: they should have done it years earlier. Our luxury beds collection covers everything from cosy doubles to grand emperor sizes.

Choose the right frame type for your life

Divan beds are the practical luxury choice. The upholstered base doubles as storage — drawers or an ottoman lift — which makes them ideal for UK bedrooms where space is always at a premium. Browse our divan beds if storage matters to you.

Bedsteads (frames) are about presence. A tall, upholstered headboard becomes the focal point of the room, and the open base makes a small room feel airier. If the bed is the centrepiece of your interior design, a statement bedstead is hard to beat.

Ottoman storage beds give you the best of both: the look of a bedstead with a cavernous storage compartment under the mattress, accessed with a gas-lift mechanism. Perfect for spare bedding, suitcases and everything else that needs a home.

Fabric: the detail you’ll touch every day

You’ll run your hand along your bed’s headboard every single night, so choose a fabric you love to touch. Plush velvets feel indulgent and catch the light beautifully; chenilles and woven linens are more understated and forgiving of everyday life. Every Beds Heaven bed is made to order, so the fabric and colour are your call. If you’re unsure, talk to us — we’ll help you choose.

Don’t forget the mattress partnership

A luxury frame with a tired mattress is like a tailored suit with worn shoes. When budgeting, think of the bed and mattress as one purchase. As a guide, your mattress should be replaced every 7–8 years, and a new bed is the natural moment to do it.

Check the practical details

• Delivery and access: measure your doorways, staircases and turns. We deliver across the UK and our team will advise if access looks tight.
• Assembly: our beds arrive with clear instructions and all fixings; most take two people under an hour.
• Base type: slatted bases suit foam and hybrid mattresses; solid or platform tops suit everything and feel firmer.

The short version

Measure first, size up if you can, pick the frame type that fits your storage needs, choose a fabric you’ll love touching every day, and budget for the mattress as part of the same purchase. Do that, and you’ll buy a bed you still love in ten years.

Ready to look? Explore the full collection — every bed is made to order in our Batley workshop.