The highlight of every bedroom involves the quality and size of the bed. How big is your bed? Is it bouncy or firm? Will it be able to accommodate two persons? Is it made of wood, or other materials? Which do you value more: style or comfort? Such questions help you to check if your bed is perfect for your lifestyle or not.
There are so many beds to choose from, but nowadays, sleigh beds are on the rise because of their unique designs and premium materials. Sleigh beds are perfect for spacious bedrooms, and fit well with the furniture tastes of the rich and the famous.
Sleigh beds first emerged during the 1800s, during the French-American Empire. Sleigh beds are said to emulate the Empire style prevalent in that era, which follows furniture and architecture of the Greeks and Romans. Greek and Roman architecture focused on majestic pillars, picture-perfect statues, and wide, sculpted arches.
Sleigh beds follow these ancient styles by incorporating designs on the headboard and foot board. Great for a classical look, sleigh beds are designed with a curved or scrolled headboard and foot board. The foot boards of sleigh beds are usually as high as the headboard. Although it has a simple design, there’s a kind of sophistication you can’t find in other beds.
Materials used in modern sleigh beds include wood, steel, aluminum, and iron. Such sturdy materials ensure that the sleigh bed is made to last despite wear and tear. Traditional sleigh beds, on the other hand, are all made up of thick wood, and possess more curved headboards and foot boards.
You can find sleigh beds that are modern, traditional, and casual and are available in different sizes. A king sleigh bed is absolutely great in a big room because you can still enjoy the space while having the comfort of sleeping in a huge bed.
A king sleigh bed gives you an unparalleled sense of comfort and style, which you can show off to your visitors or room mates. To help you choose a king sleigh bed, I wrote some of the top-rated ones below.
- King Size French Sophie Sleigh Bed – Made with solid Honduran mahogany wood, this bed was created by hand and used old techniques to give you only the highest quality. It has a traditional look that can make an old room seem rich in history. If you have the budget and the room to fit, this three thousand dollar king sleigh bed just might be the one for you.
- Louis Philippe Black Finish Queen or King Sleigh Bed Bedroom Furniture – The mixture of classical and modern design can be seen in this Louis Philippe bed. Unlike some expensive beds, this one is sold for only about $400. Because it’s big and the design is simple, it can be great for a bachelor living in an apartment.
- Crawford Furniture American Harvest Collection Sleigh Bed-King – This is absolutely great. The way the bed was made is excellent. Depending on the temperature, the oak wood can shrink or expand so it won’t split. You can use this bed for a lifetime; it was really made to last. The style is fit for any home because of its versatile design.
- Beckenham 9-Piece Sleigh Bed Set – Pulaski 626170 – Once you buy one of these, you no longer have need for other bedroom accessories. The set all has it: a bed, nightstand, and mirror among others. Simply looking at it, without even trying, will make you fall in love. The bed set is suitable for any kind of home, but I think adults mostly use it because of its more mature style.