A king size TV bed takes on an urban loft feel when it is paired with raw, honest materials: exposed brick or concrete toned walls, black metal accents, warm leather or tactile woven upholstery and a restrained palette of charcoal, tan and soft grey. Keep the layout open, let the bed stand confidently in the space and use industrial lighting to add warmth. The television disappears into the footboard, so the room keeps the uncluttered, architectural quality that defines loft style.
Loft interiors grew out of converted warehouses and factories, where generous space, tall windows and structural details were the main attraction. You do not need a real warehouse to borrow the look. Our modern king size TV beds UK include faux leather, fabric and velvet frames that adapt well to this style. Here is how to give one an urban loft twist in a typical British home.
Loft style is about honesty in materials and a sense of space. Brick, concrete, steel, reclaimed timber and glass are its building blocks. Colours are usually muted, with warmth coming from leather, wood and low, amber light. Furniture tends to be solid and simple, with few decorative flourishes.
Clutter works against the look. That makes a TV bed a natural fit, as the screen hides away when you are not watching, leaving a clean line across the foot of the bed.
Loft style celebrates scale. A UK king size mattress measures 150 x 200 cm, and a king size TV bed frame is larger again, with a substantial footboard and headboard. In a room with space to spare, this size gives the bed real presence without feeling oversized.
If your bedroom is more modest, a king can still work as long as you keep the rest of the furniture minimal. Check the external dimensions carefully and allow at least 60 cm on each side and a clear walkway at the foot.
Planning the bed together with storage and seating also helps. Our modern bedroom furniture UK sale collections include pieces with metal frames, darker woods and clean lines that suit an industrial scheme.
Leather is the classic loft material. It brings warmth to hard surfaces and develops character as it is used. Faux leather offers a similar look with easy care, which suits a bed you will touch every day. Cognac, tan and chocolate tones look especially good against brick and concrete. Black faux leather gives a sharper, more graphic look. Our king size leather beds UK sale range shows how these finishes work on a larger frame.
A textured weave in charcoal, slate or graphite gives a softer interpretation of loft style. Look for fabrics with a visible weave, which echo the roughness of brick and timber. Lighter greys balance a room with dark walls.
Velvet is less traditional for lofts, but a deep shade such as midnight blue or bottle green can give the look a more luxurious edge, especially paired with brass or blackened steel accents.
Exposed brick is the signature loft backdrop. If you do not have original brick, brick slip tiles or a brick effect wallpaper can create a similar feel, though wallpaper suits rented homes better. Concrete effect paint or plaster gives a cooler, more contemporary look.
If you prefer simplicity, paint the wall behind the bed in a deep, matt shade such as charcoal, soft black or a dark smoky green. This creates the mood of a loft without new materials.
Keep other walls lighter so the room does not feel enclosed. Warm greys and off whites work well.
Black or gunmetal metal is essential to the loft look. It can come through bedside tables, lamp bases, mirror frames, curtain poles and hardware.
Bedside cabinets with metal frames and wood or glass tops pair well with a king size TV bed. They feel light enough to balance the bed’s weight while carrying the industrial theme. Our modern metal bedside cabinets UK include designs that suit this style.
For larger storage, consider a wardrobe or chest of drawers in a darker wood or with black metal handles. Our guide to industrial wardrobes for narrow UK bedrooms looks at storage that carries the loft look into smaller rooms.
Loft floors are typically wide timber boards, polished concrete or dark tiles. If you have carpet, a large flatweave or low pile rug in charcoal or rust can help shift the mood.
A rug under the bed also softens the acoustics. Loft style rooms with hard floors and bare walls can sound echoey, particularly when the television is on. A substantial rug, curtains and upholstered pieces all help absorb sound.
Lighting is where loft style really comes alive. Exposed filament bulbs, metal cage pendants, adjustable wall lights and black task lamps all suit the look.
Wall lights either side of the headboard are both practical and atmospheric. Swing arm designs let you angle the light for reading and push it back when the television is up. A pendant with a metal or smoked glass shade adds focus above the bed or in a corner.
Use warm bulbs throughout. Cool white light can make concrete and metal feel cold. When watching television, dim the main light and rely on low, warm sources to reduce glare.
Large steel framed windows are a loft hallmark. If your windows are standard, you can echo the look with black curtain poles and simple, unlined linen curtains in grey, oatmeal or charcoal. For a sharper finish, black roller blinds inside the frame keep things minimal.
Bedding should feel relaxed and tactile. Washed linen in grey, charcoal or rust, a chunky knit throw and a leather or wool cushion work together naturally. Avoid fussy prints and frills.
Loft interiors rely on a few strong pieces rather than many small ones. A large black and white photograph or abstract print above the bed, a single sculptural plant such as a fiddle leaf fig and a stack of books on a bedside cabinet are usually enough.
Keep the top of the footboard clear. The television needs room to rise, and accessories placed there could be knocked or block the lift.
Real lofts are often open plan, with the bed sharing space with a living or working area. Even in a conventional bedroom, borrowing this idea of zones can make the room feel more considered.
The bed forms the main zone, defined by a large rug and a pair of wall lights. A second zone might be a reading corner with a leather armchair and a floor lamp, or a dressing area with a freestanding mirror and a metal clothes rail. Keep each zone simple, with one or two pieces, so the room retains its open feel.
If your bedroom is part of a larger open space, open shelving or a slatted room divider can separate the bed from a living area without blocking light. Avoid placing the divider directly behind the footboard, as the television needs clear space to rise and you will want an unobstructed view.
Think about circulation too. Loft style rooms feel best when you can walk freely around the bed. Keep the paths between the door, the bed and any wardrobe clear and generous.
A common mistake with industrial interiors is letting the room become cold. Brick, concrete and steel need balancing with warmer elements. Leather, wood, wool and linen all soften the look. Plants bring life, and warm lighting does a great deal of the work after dark.
The king size TV bed itself can be the warmest element in the room. A tan or cognac frame, layered with soft bedding and a heavy knit throw, gives the hard surfaces around it a welcoming counterpoint.
A king size TV bed needs a mains socket within reach and a clear route for cables. Plan where these will go before assembly, and tidy cables along the back of the frame with ties. Leave enough slack in the television leads for the full travel of the lift.
Check that your screen is within the maximum size listed for the lift, measuring its width without the stand. Make sure the mattress is a correct king size so it does not push against the footboard.
Measure doorways and stairs before ordering. Most TV beds arrive flat packed, but the footboard section can still be large. For full size guidance, our article on UK king size bed dimensions and room sizes explains how much floor space a king needs.
You can explore king size TV beds, bedside storage and industrial inspired furniture at Furniture in Fashion, with free delivery to most UK mainland postcodes.
Faux leather in cognac, tan or black is the most classic choice. Textured woven fabrics in charcoal or slate offer a softer alternative, while deep velvet adds a more luxurious note.
Yes. A deep matt wall colour behind the bed, black metal accents, warm leather and industrial lighting all create the feel without any building work.
A king size mattress is 150 x 200 cm, and the frame is larger. Allow around 60 cm on each side and a clear walkway at the foot so you can view the screen comfortably.
Swing arm wall lights, metal pendants and lamps with warm filament bulbs suit the style. Dim the main light when watching television to reduce glare.
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