Metal Double Beds Under £150: Great Value Picks

A good metal double bed does not have to stretch your budget, provided you know which features genuinely matter. In this guide we explain how to find real value in a simple frame. We start with the situations where a modestly priced double makes most sense, such as guest rooms, first homes, rented flats and teenage bedrooms. We then set out the essentials you should never compromise on, including close slat spacing, a supported centre rail, bolted joints and an even powder coat, before listing the extras you can comfortably do without. You will find a short guide to the styles that tend to offer the most for your money, from simple spindle frames to low profile and gently curved designs. We also explain why the mattress deserves its share of the budget, how to fit a double into a small bedroom with bedside furniture, and simple styling, assembly and care habits that keep a modest frame looking considered....