Storage shortages are a familiar story in UK homes. Many bedrooms lack built in wardrobes, and the rooms themselves rarely allow for large freestanding storage. A modern bed designed with this in mind can solve more problems than any other piece of furniture in the room.
At Furniture in Fashion we have watched storage beds grow from a niche product into the leading choice for British bedrooms. The reason is simple. They use space that already exists and turn it into something genuinely useful.
The ottoman frame has become the quiet hero of British bedrooms. The full base lifts upward on hydraulic struts to reveal a deep storage area large enough for bedding, suitcases and seasonal clothing. The frame works in any size of room because it needs no clearance on the sides. Several styles in the beds collection use this mechanism.
Where the room has clear floor space along the side of the bed, drawer frames offer quick access without lifting anything. Two or four drawers run on smooth runners and slide out smoothly. They suit rooms where storage is needed daily rather than seasonally, and they work especially well in family bedrooms where children’s clothing or toys need to come out and go back several times a day.
A side lift base opens horizontally rather than from the foot. This is useful in rooms where the bed runs along a long wall and the foot of the bed sits close to a wardrobe or door. The mechanism is just as quiet and stable as a foot lift base, and the storage volume is similar.
Some modern beds now include shelving or compartments inside the headboard. This is useful for books, glasses, charging cables and other small items that would otherwise sit on a bedside table. The result is a tidier bedside zone and smaller bedside cabinets than usual.
A built in TV bed removes the need for a separate media unit and frees a section of wall. In a small bedroom, this can make the difference between a cluttered room and a calm one. The screen rises from the foot of the bed and stays out of sight when not in use, leaving the room visually quiet during the day.
Modern bunk beds have evolved into thoughtful pieces that include drawers under the lower bunk and shelving in the structure. Where two children share a room, this kind of frame can replace a wardrobe and a bookshelf at the same time, leaving the rest of the room free for play and study.
Storage frames work best with mattresses that suit the base type. A pocket sprung or rolled foam mattress is generally suitable for both ottoman and drawer bases. Very heavy traditional mattresses can make lift mechanisms harder to operate, so check the recommended weight limits before buying.
A storage bed works best as part of a wider plan. A single matching wardrobe and a slim chest of drawers from our bedroom furniture collection complete the room without overcrowding it. The aim is to give every item a place rather than to fit as many pieces as possible into the space.
Use under bed storage for items you need only occasionally. Keep daily essentials in drawers or bedside cabinets at hand height. Sort the storage seasonally so it remains useful rather than becoming a forgotten dumping ground. The full storage bed range is at Furniture in Fashion.
Modern hydraulic struts make ottoman beds easy to lift, even when the storage area is full. Most users find them effortless to use daily.
A standard double ottoman bed offers around 800 litres of storage, enough for spare bedding, suitcases and seasonal clothing.
Yes, provided the bed meets UK safety standards, the ladder is sturdy and the lower drawers are not climbed on.
Pocket sprung and foam mattresses suit most storage bases. Always check the weight and depth recommendations from the manufacturer.
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