Beds Glossary: Every Term You Need to Know

Bed descriptions are full of terms that can be confusing when you are trying to compare options. This beds glossary explains the words you are most likely to meet when shopping for a bed in the UK, grouped into clear themed sections. We begin with bed sizes, from small single and small double to king size and super king, and explain why external dimensions matter when you plan a room. We then cover frame styles such as divans, ottoman beds, sleigh beds, platform beds, cabin beds, high sleepers, trundle beds and TV beds, along with headboard details including buttoning, channel tufting and wingback designs. You will also find clear explanations of bases and supports, from sprung and solid slats to centre rails and gas lifts, the main mattress types including pocket sprung, open coil, memory foam and hybrid, and common materials and finishes such as bouclé, veneer and high gloss, so every listing makes sense....