The Best Double TV Beds for Modern Bedrooms

The best double TV beds for modern bedrooms share a few qualities: a clean outline, a footboard that hides the television neatly, upholstery that suits everyday use and a frame that fits a 135 x 190 cm mattress without taking over the room. In most UK homes, a double strikes the right balance between sleeping space for two and floor space for the rest of your furniture, which is why it remains the size most couples choose.

Rather than listing individual products, this guide focuses on the design details that make a double TV bed feel at home in a contemporary space. You can explore the designs we stock in our TV beds UK sale collection and see how they coordinate with the rest of our modern bedroom furniture UK range.

What makes a TV bed look modern

A modern bedroom tends to favour calm surfaces, restrained detail and a clear sense of proportion. A TV bed fits that brief when its footboard looks like a natural part of the frame rather than a box added to the end.

Look for these features:

• Flush lid. When the television is lowered, the top of the footboard should sit level and neat.
• Consistent upholstery. The same fabric across headboard, rails and footboard gives a unified look.
• Simple headboard. Plain panels, shallow channels or a gentle curve feel more contemporary than heavy ornament.
• Slim feet or a plinth base. Either can work, as long as the frame looks grounded and balanced.

Headboard shapes for modern rooms

Low panelled

A low headboard keeps the room feeling open and suits bedrooms under eaves or with a window above the bed. It also lets art or a mirror take the space above.

Tall and flat

A tall, flat headboard becomes a feature wall in its own right. In a room with plain walls it adds height and structure without fuss.

Curved

Soft, rounded headboards have become a familiar part of modern interiors. They temper the straight lines of wardrobes and windows and work well in velvet or boucle style fabrics.

Channel stitched

Vertical channels add texture and rhythm, giving a plain colour more interest. They pair well with minimal bedside furniture.

Fabrics and colours

Woven fabrics in grey, stone and oatmeal are the most versatile. They sit comfortably with white walls, oak floors and most bedding colours, and they are forgiving of everyday marks.

Deeper shades such as slate blue, forest green or charcoal make a double bed a clear focal point. They work best when the walls are pale and the rest of the furniture is kept simple.

Velvet brings a soft sheen and depth of colour. Faux leather offers a sharp, tailored look and is the easiest to wipe clean. Each finish suits a modern room; the choice depends on how much texture you want and how much care you are happy to give.

If you are still weighing up finishes, our range of double fabric beds UK sale shows a wide spread of colours and weaves on standard frames.

Fitting a double TV bed into a typical UK bedroom

A double TV bed frame is larger than the mattress, mainly because of the deeper footboard that houses the lift. Before ordering, mark the full frame size on the floor and check three things: that you can walk past the foot of the bed comfortably, that wardrobe doors and drawers open fully, and that the door does not hit the frame.

Many UK main bedrooms place the bed against the wall opposite the door, with a window to one side. That layout usually leaves the foot of the bed facing open floor, which is helpful for viewing. Try to avoid positioning the raised screen directly opposite a bright window, as glare can make daytime viewing uncomfortable.

Check where your sockets are. The electric lift needs mains power near the foot of the bed, and a cable route along the skirting keeps things neat.

Double TV beds in smaller rooms

Many UK homes have a second bedroom that is only just large enough for a double bed. A TV bed can still work in that space, and it often makes the room more useful by removing the need for a separate television stand.

Choose a design with slim side rails and a footboard that is not overly deep, so the frame stays close to the size of the mattress. A low headboard and a pale finish help the room feel larger. Push the bed into a corner if you only need access from one side; that frees up a clear strip of floor for a narrow chest or a chair.

Check the distance from the footboard to the opposite wall carefully. In a small room, the raised screen can feel quite close, so sit on the floor at the head end of the taped outline and imagine the television in place before you commit.

Storage choices

Modern bedrooms often aim for fewer pieces of furniture, so storage built into the bed can be valuable. An ottoman base offers a large storage well for bedding and luggage. Drawers suit items you need daily but require clear floor space beside the bed. A plain slatted base is lighter and keeps airflow beneath the mattress.

If the bed handles bulky items, a wardrobe can focus on hanging space. Our modern wardrobes UK range includes sliding door designs that suit rooms where a hinged door would clash with the foot of the bed.

Screen size for a double

The footboard on a double TV bed limits the width of television it can hold. The product listing gives a maximum screen size and weight for each design. Measure your television across its full width, including the bezel, and compare it with that figure.

Think about viewing distance too. Sitting up against the headboard, you look along the length of the mattress to the screen. For most people, a screen sized within the bed’s limit feels comfortable at that distance.

Styling around the bed

Keep bedside furniture slim and simple so the bed remains the anchor. Matching cabinets either side give a symmetrical, ordered feel, while a single cabinet and a small chair on the other side create a relaxed balance.

Layer bedding in two or three tones that pick up the colour of the frame. A rug that extends beyond the sides of the bed softens the floor and frames the sleeping area. Lighting from bedside lamps or wall lights gives a gentler evening glow than an overhead fitting, which helps when the television is in use.

For more ideas on how modern bedrooms are being put together, our article on bedroom furniture trends to try in UK homes covers shapes, colours and materials that pair well with upholstered beds.

A calmer evening routine

One of the quieter benefits of a TV bed is how it changes the end of the day. With the screen hidden, the bedroom reads as a place to rest rather than a second living room. Raising it becomes a deliberate choice, and lowering it signals that the evening is winding down.

Many people find it helps to set a simple habit: lower the television before turning off the main light, then read or listen to something quietly for a few minutes. The footboard lid closes, the room looks tidy, and there is no glowing standby light at the end of the bed.

Warm, low lighting supports this routine. Bedside lamps with soft bulbs, or a dimmer on the main light, make the transition from watching to sleeping feel more natural. Keep phone chargers and remotes in a bedside drawer so the surfaces stay clear.

Small details like these are what make a modern bedroom feel considered rather than simply new.

Practical checks before you choose

• Confirm the overall frame size against your room.
• Check maximum screen size and weight.
• Choose a mattress within the recommended depth so the footboard does not block your view.
• Measure stairs and doorways against the largest box.
• Plan a socket near the foot of the bed.

Once you have the measurements, you can compare double TV beds side by side at Furniture in Fashion, with free delivery to most UK mainland postcodes.

Frequently asked questions

Is a double TV bed big enough for two adults?

For most couples, yes. A double takes a 135 x 190 cm mattress, which is the most common size for shared beds in UK homes.

Does a TV bed take up more room than a normal double?

Slightly. The footboard is deeper to house the lift, so the overall frame is longer than a standard double bed frame.

Which headboard style feels most modern?

Low panelled, curved and channel stitched headboards all suit modern rooms. Choose based on ceiling height and how much texture you want.

Can I add storage to a double TV bed?

Many designs include an ottoman base or drawers. Check the product page for the storage type and internal dimensions.

Can a double TV bed work in a small second bedroom?

Often, yes. Choose slim side rails, a low headboard and a pale finish, and check the distance from the footboard to the opposite wall before ordering.