Cheap Platform Beds

What is a Platform Bed?

A platform bed features wooden slats designed to hold the mattress in place and requires no box spring. Once widely used in Europe and Asia as an economical way to raise a mattress off the floor, platform beds are becoming increasingly popular in the United States.

Some of the many advantages of platform beds include:

• Since you won't use a box spring, you'll save money whenever it’s time to purchase a new mattress.
• People who suffer from allergies say that using a platform bed to eliminate the need for a box spring that can harbor dust mites results in a significant improvement in their symptoms.
• A platform bed is often easier to move up stairs and around tight corners than a traditional bed set.
• Platform beds are closer to the ground than traditional beds. This makes it easier for people with mobility issues to climb in and out of bed.
• Many platform bed designs have greater under the bed storage space than you’d expect from a traditional bed. Some styles even have the option of allowing you to purchase extra storage drawers if needed.
• The clean and contemporary look of a platform bed is appealing in many modern home décor schemes. The lower profile of a platform bed can also help to visually open up a small living space.

Buying Cheap Platform Beds

In many ways, searching for cheap platform beds is like buying any other piece of discount furniture for your home. A few ideas to consider:

• January and July are typically the best times to purchase clearance models at most furniture stores, since new merchandise is scheduled to arrive in these months.
• Furniture store backrooms are often a great place to search for bargains.
• Some major furniture stores have a separate store devoted to overstock merchandise that may include platform beds.
• Check out the selection at local thrift shops and consignment stores. If possible, ask an employee to give you a call if a platform bed arrives that meets your specifications.
• Try purchasing a gently used platform bed at a moving sale, yard sale, or estate sale.

Whenever you’re purchasing a major piece of furniture, remember the importance of comparison shopping. Don’t buy the first item that catches your eye! Look around until you’re certain you’ve found the bed you love at the best possible price.

Shopping Online for Platform Beds

If you prefer to shop online, there are a number of Web sites offering cheap platform beds. For example:

• Platform Beds and More is a great resource for affordable furniture that doesn’t scrimp on style.
• Platform Bed Showroom is a nicely organized site that lets you search for a new bed by price, size, or style.
• Simply Platform Beds has wood, metal, and upholstered platform beds in a number of different styles and prices.
• Everything Furniture has a large assortment of platform beds in a variety of price ranges.
• Overstock sometimes has great bargains on platform beds.
• Eco Furniture has platform beds that are good for both your wallet and the planet.

While shopping online is very convenient, you’ll want to make sure you read the site’s terms of service carefully before making your order. A platform bed can be very heavy, so shipping and handling charges are often rather expensive. Some companies also have delivery restrictions that may affect where you can receive your package.

Making Your Own Platform Bed

If you enjoy creating unique furniture and are blessed with basic woodworking skills, you may want to consider saving money by making your own platform bed. To learn more about this option, LoveToKnow Save suggests visiting the following links:

• How to Build a Platform Bed
• How to Build a Platform Bed for Less than $50
• Build Your Own Platform Bed for $100
• From Junky to Funky