15 Stylish Ways to Use King Size TV Beds at Home

A king size TV bed can do far more than hold a mattress and a hidden screen. Used well, it can turn a main bedroom into a calm retreat, give a guest room a reason to linger, or create a cosy evening space in a loft. The fifteen ideas below cover the look, the layout and the practical side of living with one, from colour and texture to placement and storage. Each works in an ordinary UK home, and most need nothing more than thoughtful styling.

A king mattress measures 150cm by 200cm, which gives two adults generous room while still fitting into most main bedrooms. Our king size TV beds UK come in fabric, velvet and leather effect finishes, so these ideas can be adapted to whichever design suits you.

Setting the Mood of the Room

1. Create a hotel style retreat

Dress the bed in crisp white or soft grey bedding, add two rows of pillows and fold a single throw across the foot. Keep surfaces nearly bare: one lamp and one book on each side. With the screen lowered into the footboard, the room has the quiet, ordered feeling of a good hotel. A neutral headboard keeps the effect calm.

2. Plan a proper film night bedroom

Choose blackout curtains or blinds, swap bright overhead light for low lamps and keep a basket of blankets nearby. Raise the screen, settle back against the headboard and the bedroom becomes a small private cinema. A padded headboard matters here, since you will lean against it for a couple of hours.

3. Give the guest room a sense of occasion

A king TV bed in a spare room makes visitors feel looked after. Add a small tray with a carafe and glasses, a spare phone charger and a few magazines. Guests can relax in the evening without feeling they need to stay in the living room. The rest of the room can stay simple, and our bedroom furniture UK range includes compact pieces that suit spare rooms.

4. Make a loft room feel like a hideaway

Loft conversions often have sloping ceilings and tucked away corners. Place the bed with the headboard against the tallest wall, and the footboard where there is enough height for the screen to rise. The result is a snug, enclosed space that feels separate from the rest of the house.

Working With Colour and Texture

5. Layer tones of one colour

Pick a single colour family, such as warm greys or soft greens, and use several shades of it: a mid tone headboard, a lighter wall, deeper cushions and a pale throw. Tonal layering looks sophisticated without much effort, and it suits rooms with limited natural light.

6. Set a pale headboard against a dark wall

A pale fabric or velvet bed in front of a deep navy, charcoal or forest green wall creates strong contrast. The headboard almost glows against the darker paint, and the room gains depth. Keep bedding light to carry the contrast through.

7. Mix soft textures

Combine the upholstery of the bed with other materials: washed linen bedding, a chunky knit throw, a wool rug and a velvet cushion or two. Texture adds interest in a way that colour alone cannot, and it makes the bed feel more inviting to sink into.

8. Go monochrome with one metallic

A black or white leather effect bed with crisp monochrome bedding has a sharp, modern feel. Add a single metallic finish, such as brushed brass lamps or a chrome mirror frame, to stop it feeling stark. Our modern king size leather beds UK include finishes that suit this look well.

Arranging the Room

9. Build a feature wall behind the headboard

Wallpaper, wall panelling or a painted block of colour behind the bed creates a natural focal point. Keep the feature to the width of the bed and bedside cabinets, so it frames the arrangement neatly. A panelled wall painted the same shade as the headboard looks especially polished.

10. Use mismatched bedside pieces

Rather than identical cabinets on each side, try a small chest on one side and a round table on the other. Keep the heights similar so the arrangement feels balanced. This gives the room a collected, relaxed character rather than a showroom look.

11. Add a bench or blanket box at the foot

A bench gives you somewhere to sit while putting on shoes and a place to lay out tomorrow’s clothes. With a TV bed, leave a small gap between the bench and the footboard so the screen rises freely. Choose a bench a little narrower than the bed for neat proportions.

12. Create a dressing corner nearby

If there is space, a dressing table near the window gives natural light for getting ready and separates that activity from the bed. Our dressing tables UK sale include compact and mirrored designs that sit well alongside a king size bed.

13. Position the bed to face the view

Where you can, set the bed so the footboard faces the window. With the screen lowered, you wake up to the garden or the sky. With it raised, you have a clear view of the television against a calm backdrop. If glare is an issue, lined blinds solve it in the evening.

Practical Ways to Live With It

14. Make it the weekend family spot

Many families find that a king TV bed becomes the gathering point on a slow Saturday morning, with children piling in to watch something before breakfast. A wipeable or textured fabric helps here, and a washable throw over the foot protects the upholstery. Keep a basket of extra cushions nearby for small visitors.

15. Keep the room clutter free with hidden storage

Some king TV beds combine the lift with an ottoman storage base. Use it for spare duvets, seasonal clothing and suitcases, and the rest of the room stays clear. Even without built in storage, a TV bed removes the need for a separate television unit, which frees floor space for other pieces.

A Few Styling Principles to Keep in Mind

Whichever ideas you choose, a few principles help the result feel cohesive.

• Choose two or three main colours and repeat them across the room
• Keep the area in front of the footboard clear so the screen can rise
• Plan cable routes before the bed arrives, so leads run neatly to a socket
• Balance a substantial bed with bedside pieces of similar visual weight
• Use layered lighting rather than relying on one ceiling light

It is also worth remembering that a TV bed is a long term piece. Choose a frame finish that you will still enjoy after the bedding has changed several times. Cushions, throws and wall colour are where you can follow passing ideas.

Seasonal changes are an easy way to refresh the room without touching the bed itself. In winter, add a heavier throw, a wool blanket and deeper cushion colours such as rust, plum or forest green. In summer, swap to light linen bedding, a cotton throw and paler accents. The frame stays the same, but the room feels new each time, and the hidden screen keeps the look uncluttered whatever the season.

Thinking About Size and Space

A king size TV bed is longer than a standard king bed because the footboard houses the lift. Before choosing, check the external dimensions and make sure there is a comfortable walkway at the foot and on each side. In most main bedrooms this is straightforward, but in a smaller room or an older house with chimney breasts, careful measuring makes the difference.

If you would like more inspiration for the wider room, our article on bedroom furniture trends to try in UK homes looks at shapes, finishes and layouts that pair well with a statement bed.

Final Thoughts

A king size TV bed is a practical piece that also gives you plenty of room to express your style. Whether you want a hotel calm bedroom, a cosy film night space or a guest room that impresses, the ideas above can be mixed and adapted to suit your home. Start with one or two, live with them for a while, then add more as the room evolves. You can explore our full range of king size designs at Furniture in Fashion, with free delivery to most UK mainland postcodes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size room do I need for a king size TV bed?

Measure the external length and width of the bed, then add enough room to walk around it comfortably, roughly 60 to 70cm where you pass regularly.

Can I put a bench at the end of a TV bed?

Yes. Leave a small gap between the bench and the footboard so the screen can rise without obstruction.

Which finish is most practical for a family bedroom?

Faux leather wipes clean easily, while textured fabrics hide everyday marks well. A washable throw adds extra protection.

Do king size TV beds come with storage?

Some do, combining the television lift with an ottoman base. Check the product details if storage is important.