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With increasing urbanization, compact living means maximizing storage without compromising on style. Storage beds offer an ingenious solution, marrying comfort of sleep with smart storage to keep bedrooms uncluttered fast. If you’re living in a smaller apartment or simply trying to achieve more of an organized space, choosing the right bed with storage can sow dramatic results.
Types of Storage Beds
Ottoman Storage Beds
Ottoman Storage beds feature a hydraulic mechanism for a lift that opens the mattress and tends towards a large storage space or compartment underneath. These types of beds are great for keeping heavy items, such as blankets, luggage, or seasonal clothing.
✔ Pros: High storage capacity; Sleek design.
✖ Cons: Requires clearance space for lifting mattress.
Bed with Drawers
These beds tend to have a built-in drawer at the side or foot end in order to quickly and conveniently store everyday necessities, such as shoes, books, or bedspreads.
✔ Pros: Easy access, no lifting required.
✖ Cons: Limited depth compared to an ottoman bed.
Platform storage Beds
These typically low beds include various compartments or under-bed space to put bins/boxes.
✔ Pros: Chic and modern, versatile storage options.
✖ Cons: Less storage than ottoman beds.
Lift-Up Storage Bed
Mechanism to operate is either similar to the ottoman bed or employs other styles but with a smoother hydraulic lift that gives you effortless access.
✔ Pros: Very spacious; easy to open.
✖ Cons: Pricey compared to the basic drawer bed.
Important Considerations When Shopping for Storage Bed
Storage Capacity
- Ottoman beds have the largest but weighty storage solutions.
- Drawer beds are good for extra capacity; near-at-hand access.
Bedroom Size & Layout
- Good storage capacity-acco beds in a small bedroom.
- Very spacious beds with side drawers feel at home in bigger rooms.
Easy Access
- Hydraulic lift beds gain you deep storage but need clearance.
- Drawers work better for practical everyday use.
Style & Design
- Modern hidden-storages blend in nicely with any minimalist design.
- Classic drawers are a look-all-out in a conventional scheme.
Budget
- Cheap storage bed are drawers; therefore, cheap.
- Big hydraulic beds are very expensive but offer great storage.
Challenges & Trade-offs
Space versus Accessibility: Generally more storage; more lifting required (ottoman beds).
Cost versus Functionality: Higher-grade models function more smoothly, yet at a premium.
Why Go Furnished for Your Storage Beds?
Go Furnished is the storage bed specialist in space-saving furniture for bedrooms. Our selected range of storage beds generally represents functionality, style, and affordability. It further offers options, from ottoman beds with great space-saving aptitude to minimalist platform beds featuring hidden storage, for every requirement.
FAQs
Q: What is the best storage bed for a small bedroom?
A: Ottoman storage beds or beds with drawers are ideal as they maximize space without extra furniture.
Q: Are hydraulic lift beds durable?
A: Yes, good hydraulic mechanisms can last for years, but before purchase, check their warranty and reviews.
Q: Can I use under-bed storage without a storage bed?
A: Yes, but built-in storage beds would provide a less obtrusive and roomier solution.
Q: How much weight can a storage bed hold?
A: Most support 50-100kg in storage but check the specifications from the manufacturer.
Q: Are storage beds more expensive than regular beds?
A: Some do, but in the budget segment, storage beds (like those based on drawers) have a very economical option.
