{"id":780,"date":"2020-06-01T18:30:34","date_gmt":"2020-06-01T18:30:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.theinside.com\/blog\/?p=780"},"modified":"2021-10-07T21:07:24","modified_gmt":"2021-10-07T21:07:24","slug":"what-is-upholstered-bed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.theinside.com\/blog\/what-is-upholstered-bed\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is an Upholstered Bed?"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><strong><u>What is upholstery?<\/u><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>First things first. Before we get into specific types of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theinside.com\/c\/bedroom-furniture\/beds\">upholstered beds<\/a>, it\u2019s important to understand what is meant by the term \u201cupholstered\u201d. Fortunately, it\u2019s pretty straightforward.<\/p>\n<p>Upholstery refers to any piece of furniture (beds or otherwise) that is covered in fabric. Specifically, an upholstered bed includes a textile covering on top of a layer of padding that collectively make up the soft, cushioned parts of a bed.<\/p>\n<p>The textile coverings themselves can vary greatly \u2013 from a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theinside.com\/products\/modern-platform-bed-queen-ocean-velvet-chrome-legs-7901\">performance velvet<\/a>, to a mohair, to a printed cotton, to a faux leather. Imagine any type of fabric that you\u2019d find on a piece of furniture, and you can probably find an upholstered bed in that material.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-783\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theinside.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ArtDecoBed_2_Lifestyle-1-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"585\" height=\"585\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><b><u>Why upholstered beds?<\/u><\/b><\/h2>\n<p>There\u2019s a number of reasons why upholstered beds are so popular. Here\u2019s a few perks that may help you determine whether an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theinside.com\/c\/bedroom-furniture\/beds\">upholstered bed<\/a> is right for your lifestyle and aesthetic:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Comfort: <\/strong>If you\u2019re someone who often reads, watches TV, or uses a computer in bed, a plush upholstered headboard will greatly increase your comfort and coziness compared to, say, a wooden headboard. By opting for a bed with built-in cushion, you won\u2019t be stuck propping piles of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theinside.com\/c\/home-decor\/throw-pillows\">pillows<\/a> around your neck each night.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Soft visual effect:<\/strong> If your existing bedroom furniture is <em>not<\/em> upholstered \u2013 for example, a pair of wooden nightstands or wooden dresser \u2013 an upholstered bed can inject your bedroom with a sense of softness and serenity.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Texture, color, pattern:<\/strong> If you want to infuse texture, color or pattern (or all of the above!) into your bedroom, an upholstered bed is the easiest way to do so. And that doesn\u2019t mean your bed needs to become a statement piece \u2013 adding a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theinside.com\/products\/modern-platform-bed-queen-moss-velvet-chrome-legs-7894\">neutral, earthy velvet<\/a> or a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theinside.com\/products\/modern-platform-bed-queen-black-ticking-stripe-by-sf-girl-by-bay-chrome-legs-7830\">subtle stripe<\/a> can read as a neutral while incorporate a layer of visual interest and depth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b><u>Types of upholstered beds<\/u><\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Not all upholstered beds are created equal \u2013 in fact, far from it. Here are the primary types of upholstered bed frames that you\u2019ll frequently encounter.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theinside.com\/products\/modern-platform-bed-queen-sand-velvet-chrome-legs-7925\"><strong>Platform Bed<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Platform beds are perfect for people who want easy installation, as they don\u2019t require a box spring. Because there is no box spring required, the beds offer a modern, low-to-the-ground look. The resulting style is very clean and streamlined.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-784\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theinside.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/TailoredPlatformBed_Lifestyle-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"597\" height=\"597\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Storage Platform Bed<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Storage platform beds are great for people who live in a small space, or just generally a space that lacks enough storage. We\u2019d opt for a guest room where people aren\u2019t sleeping regularly, as you can stow the winter coats or heavy-duty duvet in warmer months. And as above, no box spring required.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theinside.com\/products\/square-back-bed-queen-coral-onyx-rossetta-by-old-world-weavers-19604\"><strong>Standard Bed<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>A standard bed is just a regular bed that requires a box spring. This universal silhouette is truly the most versatile style-wise. While it\u2019s tough to edge a platform bed towards a traditional aesthetic, a standard bed could look modern <em>or<\/em> traditional (or somewhere in between!). It all depends on how you decorate the rest of your space. Also, since you can opt for different box spring heights, you also have more control over the height of your mattress.<\/p>\n<p>There are also a number of details that can elevate the standard bed. For example, instead of sewn finished seam, some standard beds have decorative nailheads, called a nailhead trim. These types of details add a level of visual contrast (in this case, a polished nickel or brass) beyond the textile texture, color or pattern.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-785\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theinside.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Instagram_SqBack-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"608\" height=\"608\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theinside.com\/products\/modern-wingback-bed-queen-grey-faro-by-sf-girl-by-bay-3125\"><strong>Wingback Bed<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a statement bed that feels really luxe and substantial, evoking the vibe of a fancy hotel suite, you may opt for a wingback bed. Its name refers to the wings on either side of headboard protrude several inches, and they tend to have a taller profile that further adds to drama. But there\u2019s also a great functional component \u2013 the wingback was originally designed as a chair characteristic, optimal for napping because the wings support your head.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-786\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theinside.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Instagram_Winback-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"610\" height=\"610\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Canopy Bed <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This is one of the most romantic-feeling beds. The canopy is designed to take a layer of textiles (such as bed curtains or mosquito netting) to create protection and coziness. Nowadays, a lot of people forgo bed curtains, but the canopy bed often evokes a more traditional vibe. These beds tend to have a metal bed frame because they support bed curtains, and then often have upholstered headboard component.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sleigh Bed<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A sleigh bed is a more traditional style, whose presence of a footboard (think: opposite of a headboard) evoke the image of a sleigh. While they are generally made out of wood, upholstered options do exist, and often feature button tufting to give it that heavy traditional look with extra cushion and volume.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Panel Bed<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A panel bed refers to a specific upholstery treatment that creates seams to give the bed a paneled effect, which can feel very glam and luxurious. A panel bed is especially impactful in a fabric like velvet.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-787\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theinside.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/SquareBackBed_2_Lifestyle-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"612\" height=\"612\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Between all these different styles of upholstered beds, there is truly something for everyone. After choosing the frame that achieves your desired look (step 1), you can layer this with the texture, color and pattern that speaks to your personal style (step two). Your upholstered bed is guaranteed to transform you bedroom into the place you don\u2019t want to leave and can\u2019t wait to come home to.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is upholstery? First things first. Before we get into specific types of upholstered beds, it\u2019s important to understand what is meant by the term \u201cupholstered\u201d. Fortunately, it\u2019s pretty straightforward. Upholstery refers to any piece of furniture (beds or otherwise) that is covered in fabric. 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