How to Choose Metal Beds for a City Flat

Choosing a bed for a city flat involves challenges that a house rarely presents. There may be a small lift, a narrow communal stairwell or a fire door that only opens partway. Bedrooms are often compact, storage is always in short supply, and neighbours on the other side of the wall or below the floor will notice a creaking frame. A well chosen metal bed answers these demands neatly. It travels in slim sections, leaves the room feeling open and can provide valuable storage space underneath. In this step by step guide we start at the front door of the building, explaining how to measure the route in. We then cover sizing for real flat bedrooms, using the space beneath the bed, keeping the frame quiet for neighbours and matching the finish to the available light. Finally, we look at headboard proportions, studio layouts and how to bring a compact bedroom together....