Single beds – our pick of the best
Looking for single beds? From timeless metal bedsteads to traditional divans, we’ve picked a selection of our favourite single beds
For a comfortable and luxurious guest bedroom opt for an upholstered divan bed complete with a soft headboard and pocket-sprung mattress. Divan drawers are perfect for storing spare blankets and sheets in a small bedroom. Or for a little country style, a metal bed frame in an antique white or pewter finish teamed with a classic quilt will create a cosy look. A simple, minimal style is a good choice for a dual-purpose space, such as a spare room that needs to work as a study as well as an occasional guest room, and if you're buying for a child or teenager’s bedroom, choose a design that will grow with your child’s changing tastes. Take a look at our pick of the best designs.
1. Oliver Single Bed and Lewis Mattress
Specifications
Choose the Oliver single bed to capture a vintage look that's perfect for kid's or guest bedrooms. This bed comes with the Lewis Mattress included in the price, which has 800 pocket springs. Colour duck egg. Powder-coated steel and aluminium castings with a beech sprung slatted base.
Oliver Single Bed and Lewis Mattress, £375, Feather and Black
2. Adorable Tots New Hampton Grooved Single Bed
Specifications
This single bed with two drawers is made with dovetail joints and is hand-painted with a durable paint to give a perfect hardwearing finish.
Adorable Tots New Hampton Grooved Single Bed, £525, House of Fraser
3. Sealy Solo Large Single Divan Bed
Specifications
This extra-long, extra-wide single divan bed has a micro-quilted mattress that sits on top of a sturdy divan base covered in light-grey, soft-feel material. Two storage drawers. Headboard not included.
Sealy Solo Large Single Divan Bed, £449, Furniture Village
4. House by John Lewis Jamie Single Bedstead
Specifications
Give your bedroom a cutting-edge feel and look with this modern upholstered bedstead. With a smoothly curved detail headboard and no footboard, it creates an illusion of open space. The sprung slats also provide great support for your mattress and help you to get a restful night's sleep. Mattress not included. Self assembly required. Colour Grey.
House by John Lewis Jamie Single Bedstead, £299, John Lewis
5. Hastings Pewter Single Bed Frame
Specifications
This stunning single Victorian-style bed frame with an attractive pewter finish has been designed with a sweeping top rail and shell design detail. With hand-poured castings and sprung slats.
Hastings Pewter Single Bed Frame, £675, Laura Ashley
6. Radius Oak Single Bed
Specifications
This understated and timeless Radius oak single bed is made from lacquered solid oak and oak veneer and features rounded corners, joined in traditional methods. Radius is a standard UK size bed frame W90 x L190cm. This bed is designed for an UK size mattress, sold separately. Solid oak and oak veneer.
Radius Oak Single Bed, £495, Habitat
7. Hygena Single Walnut Bedframe
Specifications
Refresh and modernise your bedroom with this Hygena wooden bed frame and headboard, in a Mocha glass finish. Perfect if you want to create a great-looking bedroom without breaking the bank.
Hygena Single Walnut Bedframe, £160, Homebase
8. Finley Single Bedstead
Specifications
Finley has been designed to fit into smaller, more compact bedrooms. This design is part of the Loft collection, a contemporary mix of white lacquer, with natural timber turned handles and feet.
Finley Single Bedstead, £199, Marks and Spencer
9. Arley Single Wooden Bed Frame
Specifications
This gorgeous single bedstead is perfect for a guest room when you have friends or family to stay. The sprung slatted base provides great support for your mattress and greater comfort for you. The tongue-and-groove design of the headboard and foot end adds stylish charm. Solid wood construction with sprung slats. Stone white lacquer finish.
Arley Single Wooden Bed Frame, £399, Furniture Village
10. MiBed Hayton Pocket Spring Adjustable Single Divan Bed
Specifications
This outstanding single bed lets you find the perfect position for your head, legs or hips – all at the touch of a 6-button handset. Equipped with twin, splash-proof motors and a superior, 5-part adjustable frame, this pocket sprung divan gives you complete and automatic control over its movement. Together with superior technology, the Winsford offers a selection of integrated side or end drawers for extra storage.
MiBed Hayton Pocket Spring Adjustable Single Divan Bed, £899, Furniture Village
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