Bed, is not Just Furniture for Sleeping

Bed is the furniture that is specially designed as the place to lie down, relax, or sleep, but actually he has more role. As the main furniture in the bedroom, the bed is also coloring and building the aesthetic of the room. We can find beds in any model, type, and looked in the market that purposed to bring the aesthetic value instead of the functional. Many models are available, such as the sleigh bed, poster bed, day bed, etc. Beds are also available in many styles, such as antique, modern, simple, etc. Each style and model brings his own uniqueness and beauty. The bed frames are made from various materials: wood, engineering wood, metal, and combinations of them. Each one provides a different appearance to cater to the preferences of the users.

There are several sizes of beds available to fulfill his functional purposes, such as Twin, Twin XL, Full/Double, Queen, and King sizes of the bed. Each size offers different dimensions to accommodate varying preferences and needs. 

The bed components 

Basically, a bed consists of 2 main components: the mattress as a place to lay down and the frame as the support for the mattress. But there are a lot of parts in the bed that are combined together to make a complete product. 

• Headboard

The headboard is the board at the head of the bed. It can serve both functional purposes to support the mattress, but more important is to build the aesthetic of the bed. Headboard is providing wide panels that become the main attention for the look of the furniture. 

• Footboard

Similar to the headboard, the footboard is the vertical panel or board at the foot of the bed. The footboard panel is smaller than the footboard, and model and color usually follow the footboard. 

• Side Rails

Side rails are horizontal components that connect and unify the headboard and footboard, enclosing the mattress and providing additional support to the bed. 

• Slats

Slats are horizontal supports that provide a foundation for the mattress to rest on. Some bed frames have built-in slats that eliminate the need for a box spring.

• Legs or Casters

Bed legs or casters are attached to the bed frame and provide elevation, allowing air circulation under the bed and making it easier to move the bed if needed.

• Box Spring

A box spring (also known as a foundation) is a supportive base that is often placed beneath the mattress. It helps absorb shock and distribute weight evenly to enhance mattress durability and comfort.

• Mattress

The mattress is the essential part of the bed where you sleep. Its function is to create a comfortable sleeping surface. It is designed to offer a cushioned and soft layer that allows a person can comfortably lie down on it. The mattress is covered with a bed sheet to protect it from the dust or other dirt. 

Tips to select and choose the bed.

Currently, there are many options of beds available in the market. The furniture industry is offering various types of beds, each with its own advantages. This is certainly very beneficial for users, as they have a wide range of choices for beds to use. However, the abundance of choices often leads to confusion, especially when furniture sellers tend to offer the product superiority. 

Here are some guides when you choose the furniture bed for your room

• Make sure it is functionally well

The main purpose of installing the bed in the room is to be used as a place to lie down and sleep. Make sure you choose the right bed according to your needs. Use a mattress with the flexibility and hardness that suits your needs. Try and feel the mattress; make sure it brings comfortability to you.

• Make sure it bring the look according to your room decoration 

The bed is also needed as the aesthetic builder for your room. Define the style of your decoration theme, then choose the bed style according to the room decoration. 

• Consider the size 

Check and carefully measure the size of the room; make sure your bed fits with the room. The big size bed may be good for the big room, but it can make the room full and cramped for the small room

• Consider the maintenance

Everything needs to be maintained and cleaned periodically. Bed sheets and pillowcases need to be washed and replaced regularly. The mattress and frame might also need to be cleaned from dust or dirt that accumulates on their surfaces. The space under the bed should also be swept and cleaned to prevent the accumulation of dust underneath, which could potentially affect health. 

When you choose a bed, make sure it does not make complications in cleaning or maintaining.