A complete guide to buy a bed
Well done! You found our crash course about buying a bed. Ready? Let’s go. The first thing to consider is what size works based on where the bed will live and who will sleep in it. Most IKEA bed frames come in several sizes, from single and full/double to queen and king size.
2. Mind the structural musts
- When buying a bed, always check the product details and good-to-know information for specifics about midbeams and bed slats.
- Most double beds require a steel SKORVA midbeam to stabilize the frame and keep the mattress in place. It’s typically included in the bed’s price but packaged separately.
- Most queen and king-size bed frames need bed slats to support the mattress. A standard LURÖY slatted bed base is typically included in the price of wooden, metal and upholstered bed frames but is often packaged separately.
3. Choose a mattress
- Be sure the size of your mattress will fit your chosen bed frame. Check the product measurements for length and width when you buy a bed.
- The height of a mattress mainly depends on personal preference. But a bed can seem disproportional if its mattress is too thick or thin. Consider how much of the mattress will be visible with a headboard, a footboard or a mattress base.
- Consider the overall height of your bed from the floor to the top of the mattress. It should be easy for you to get in and out of bed.
- Want help choosing the right mattress? Check out our mattress buying guide.
4. Care for your investment
- Chances are, it’ll take you 1-3 weeks to choose and buy a bed. Taking care of your dream bed respects the time, energy and money you’ve spent. Your future self will thank you, too.
- A mattress protector prolongs the life of a mattress while keeping away stains and dirt. Some are waterproof. They’re all removable and machine-washable. (We recommend washing monthly.)
- If your upholstered bed frame, mattress base or mattress has a removable cover, wash it regularly.
- Maintain your bed frame by tightening screws once in a while.
- Broke a slat? Missing a bracket? You can often replace damaged or lost parts. Learn about our spare parts service.
