Bedroom Furniture UK: What to Buy and What to Check

Bedroom furniture is a long-term purchase. A good bed and wardrobe will outlast several sofas. Understanding materials and construction helps avoid spending money on pieces that fail prematurely.

Bed Frames

Solid oak frames start around £400 to £600 for a double and last considerably longer than MDF or particleboard alternatives. Pine frames cost £200 to £400 but are softer and mark easily. Upholstered frames add comfort but the fabric eventually needs attention and can be harder to clean.

UK Bed Sizes

Single: 90cm x 190cm
Double: 135cm x 190cm
King: 150cm x 200cm
Super king: 180cm x 200cm

UK sizes differ from European. Allow 60cm on each side of the bed for circulation. A super king in a small room is uncomfortable to navigate daily.

Mattresses

Pocket sprung mattresses reduce motion transfer better than open-coil springs. Aim for at least 1,000 pocket springs in a double. Memory foam suits joint pain but sleeps warm. Medium-firm suits most sleepers.

Wardrobes

Freestanding wardrobes cost £150 to £300 for basic flat-pack and £600 to £1,500 for solid wood pieces. Fitted wardrobes use space more efficiently. Flat-pack fitted systems (Ikea PAX etc.) cost £500 to £1,500. Custom joinery starts at £1,500 and can reach £5,000+ for a full room.

Materials

Solid wood: most durable, most expensive
Veneer over MDF: adequate if well made
Particleboard: cheap, heavy, poor screw retention — common in budget flat-pack
Plywood carcasses: stronger than particleboard, better for quality mid-range

Bed Frames

UK Bed Sizes

Mattresses

Wardrobes

Materials

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