Modern king bed with storage

King beds with storage

King size beds are the gold standard for luxury and comfort, but we often hear from customers that while they would like a king bed, their master bedroom might not be big enough for both the bed and other storage pieces such as a dresser, wardrobe or bookshelf.

Our advice? Reclaim wasted under-the-bed space with a storage bed and you might not need that dresser after all.

The best storage beds for small spaces deliver a wide range of storage possibilities including under the sides, in the footboard, and sometimes even tucked away in the front, back or sides of the headboard.

What is a storage bed?

A Storage bed adds drawers, cabinet doors, and/or open shelving to a standard size bed frame, making the most of what is typically unused space. A storage bed is an efficient, well organized alternative to a dresser or bookshelf in the bedroom.

Platform storage beds are in style because because they combine the clean, modern lines of a platform bed with efficient use of previously underused space. Because a platform storage bed does not require a box spring, it creates rooom for the maximum amount of storage. Storage beds make the most of under bed storage, replacing the typically dark and dusty under the bed area with clean, clutter free organization.

Storage beds can also include storage in the headboard that incorporates shelves, cabinets or cubbies into the bed or headboard space

What makes the best king platform storage bed?

We make storage beds in all standard sizes (mattress size guide) and king size is one of our most popular options - especially for people that use their beds for more than sleeping. The expansive dimensions of a king size storage bed make it perfect place to relax, read, watch TV and of course sleep! A king size platform bed can hold 600 or more pounds so there is plenty of capacity for multiple people and maybe even Fido too! Let's talk more about what you should look for in the best modern king beds with storage.

King size platform bed with storage no headboard

Perfect for people that prefer to push their bed up against a wall, a king size storage bed frame with no headboard makes efficient use space under the bed.

As a headboard on beds typically is 2 to 12 inches deep, a bed without a headboard can help save precious inches if you have a smaller size bedroom.

King bed frame with storage and headboard

Head and footboards are popular options for all of our beds because they provide a natural pillow support and a traditional bed shape. When it comes to storage beds with headboards, we have several options.

A tall headboard can help make a small bedroom look bigger! By emphasizing vertical space a tall headboard in a smaller size room will help draw the eye upward and help the room feel larger.

Storage Headboards

A storage headboard is typically 6 to 12 inches deep and adds a variety of storage options above the bed. Storage headboards are a great option for book lovers who can have a wide choice of reading materials at arm's reach. We have even made storage headboards with bookshelves in the back of the headboard for maximum storage capacity options.

Storage beds with traditional headboards

What is an Ottoman bed?

An Ottoman bed is a type of storage bed that uses a mechanical lift mechanism to raise the mattress from the foot-end of the bed frame and access a storage area underneath the mattress. There are several significant Ottoman storage bed problems that you should be aware of before making a purchase:

• • Ottoman beds break easily, especially when used daily
  • Both gas lift and hydraulic lift bed mechanisms wear out over time which will make it more difficult to lift the bed
  • It is easy to overload an Ottoman bed frame weight limits, leading to unstable and potentially dangerous operation
  • Customers report that ottoman beds are an inconvenient way to store items under the bed. People quickly tire of having to raise the entire bed to access stored items.

Are storage beds worth it?

If you have a small bedroom, a lot of stuff to sort and store or are just the kind of person who loves efficient organization, king size storage beds could be the perfect fit for you.

Storage beds from Solid Custom Heirlooms

Solid Custom Heirlooms is a 3-generation strong family business based in the small town of Vinton Ohio and dedicated to crafting fine made in the USA furniture from locally sourced hardwoods. The hardwood that is used in our furniture is sourced exclusively from the Appalachian region of the United States. We believe “Solid is Best” and use solid wood wherever possible in our designs.

We take pride in working with every customer to design and build furniture that best meets their needs. We gladly accept custom orders and discuss each piece and item of furniture with our customers. If you see furniture on our store or website and have an idea on how to customize it to make it best for you – please don’t hesitate to contact us to discuss your ideas.