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1 Headboard shape: Wednesday

Headboard position adjusts to suit your mattress height

2 Headboard finish: Grey linen
3 Frame finish: Teak stain
4 Leg type & height: Standard

Pitched, Flare, Extra High and Extra High Retro legs make the overall height, with a deep mattress, to over 60cm. Great for storage, but beware this makes it tall

Cylindrical, Geometric, Average and Standard Retro legs are the normal height legs that you would expect on a normal bed

5 Leg finish: Teak stain
6 Underbed storage: 0 boxes

Single beds can accommodate 1 drawer, small doubles and larger can take 1 drawer on each side. Your drawers will be either 18cm or 26cm high, depending on your chosen legs and finished in your leg colour.

7 SIZE: double

We design our beds slightly smaller than the mattress, so that the mattress overhangs the sides & end by up to approximately 3/4 inch (1.9cm). With the legs tucked underneath the frame so that there are no protruding corners, you save that extra little bit of space & keep them out of the way of your knees & toes!

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Beds & underbed storage

Solid structure
  • This bed has 9 solid Golden Pine slats: 2.1cm thick and 14.5cm wide. With less than a 7cm gap between each slat, your mattress will be firmly supported, permanently!

    Super king size beds have a solid centre beam support.

General details

Our space saving 'Minimalist' beds are made with Golden Pine and crafted using traditional carpentry methods to ensure they are both sturdy and stylish. Choosing this design helps you get the most out of your available space and even upsize your mattress without taking up extra space. With the legs tucked underneath the frame and no protruding corners, there’ll be no more bruises from bumping into the bedframe! And it’s so much easier to tuck your sheets in! These beds are slightly smaller than the mattress so that the mattress overhangs the sides and end by up to approximately 1.9cm (3/4”), maximising the size of the mattress allowed in smaller rooms. And if you like simple, stylish design this classic space-saver ticks all the boxes.

The ‘Traditional’ design allows you to choose any combination of looks from our range of top-quality water-based stains, water-based paints and selection of Belgian linens, soft jean cottons or easy clean velvets. You can mix and match the colour and finish on the headboard, frame and leg options to create your own unique look that suits you and your bedroom!

We ensure the quality and ethical production of every aspect of our beds from start to finish. We don't ship products thousands of miles, enabling us to control the quality of the FSC wood, the type and quality of mattress fillers, the workmanship, the limited packaging that is reused and the free services - deliveries, assembly, returns and the removal of old beds and mattresses with recycling. Your bed will be skilfully handmade with traditional carpentry methods in our environmentally friendly London workshop, ensuring it is solid, comfortable, beautiful and will stand the test of time. All delivered directly to you from our Workshop by our committed staff.

We recycle 98% of our waste and use only water-based finishes on our FSC® certified wood and with our beds coming in sections, they can fit into all homes with no need to worry about narrow hallways or stairs!

The beds

  • Guaranteed for 16 years.
  • Free delivery and assembly (geographical exclusions and some surcharges apply).
  • Free recycling of your old frame (on a like-for-like basis).
  • 100 Day Free Trial with money back and we collect from where it was delivered.
  • If you are out of our postcode delivery area, please call us to help you arrange a delivery with couriers or to arrange a workshop collection.

Dimensions

  • Height to the top of the bedframe that the mattress sits on varies according to the leg or bed design you choose.
  • We make special sizes upon request. Some retailers supply non-standard UK sizes, so please be sure to check your mattress is approximately the same size as our mattresses, give or take 2.5cm (1”). If you don't see the size you are looking for, please call us on 020 3927 7777 to discuss custom made options.
Oxford headboard

If you're looking for a luxuriously high headboard, then the Oxford headboard is the ideal choice. Slightly reclined, with rounded edges, this design will bring a grandeur to your bedroom and is the perfect angle for you to sit up and relax with your favourite book. Or if curved is your cup of tea, choose the equivalent elegantly rounded Bristol headboard. 

Choose from one of our satin wood finishes, which beautifully enhance the natural grain of the wood, or enrich the look of your bedroom décor with our range of water-based paints. And for even more colour and comfort choose from our eye-catching range of Belgian linens, soft jean cottons or luxurious velvets.

The reclined headboard has adjustable height settings. Our drivers will be happy to do this for you before the final assembly of your bed, free of charge. 

These headboards can also be fixed straight with no recline, if required. This must be requested when ordering and will not be adjustable.

Dimensions 

Height: 76cm (30”)
Width: 2.5cm (1”) wider than the mattress

This Oxford and Bristol headboards will add 10-12.5cm (4-5”) to the total length of your bed frame.

Please note that our headboards are not stained, painted or upholstered on the back, and neither is the headend, as these parts are generally not visible. However, if your arrangement is different and these parts are visible (i.e. your bed will be in the middle of your room) please let us know when purchasing. Fees may apply. Our reason for this: We aim to reduce unnecessary use of any chemicals and proudly stand by our commitment to be as environmentally friendly as possible.

Sunday headboard

The Sunday is a timeless classic and remains our most popular headboard, set at the perfect angle for sitting in bed and reading your favourite book. And if you fancy something a little more curvy, we have the equivalent rounded Wednesday headboard.

Choose from one of our satin wood finishes, which beautifully enhance the natural grain of the wood, or enrich the look of your bedroom décor with our range of water-based paints. And for even more colour and comfort choose from our eye-catching range of Belgian linens, soft jean cottons or luxurious velvets.

The reclined headboard has adjustable height settings. Our drivers will be happy to do this for you before the final assembly of your bed, free of charge. 

These headboards can also be fixed straight with no recline, if required. This must be requested when ordering and will not be adjustable.

Dimensions 

Height: 54 cm (21")
Width: 2.5 cm (1") wider than the mattress

This Sunday and Wednesday headboard will add approximately 10-12.5cm (4-5") to the total length of your frame.

Please note that our headboards are not stained, painted or upholstered on the back and neither is the headend, as these parts are not visible. However, if your arrangement is different and these parts are visible (i.e. your bed will be in the middle of your room) please let us know when purchasing. Fees may apply. Our reason for this: We aim to reduce unnecessary use of any chemicals and proudly stand by our commitment to be as environmentally friendly as possible.

Camden headboard

For those who want a shorter upright headboard we have the sharp and stylish Camden or create a softer feel with the gently curved Kentish

Choose from one of our satin wood finishes, which beautifully enhance the natural grain of the wood, or enrich the look of your bedroom décor with our range of water-based paints. And for even more colour and comfort choose from our eye-catching range of Belgian linens, soft jean cottons or luxurious velvets.

These headboards are only avaiable in a fixed straight position. 

Dimensions 

Height: 30cm (12”)

Width:  2.5 cm (1") wider than the mattress

This Camden and Kentish headboard will add approximately 10cm (4") to the total length of your frame.

Please note that our headboards are not stained, painted or upholstered on the back, and neither is the headend, as these parts are generally not visible. However, if your arrangement is different and these parts are visible (i.e. your bed will be in the middle of your room) please let us know when purchasing. Fees may apply. Our reason for this: We aim to reduce unnecessary use of any chemicals and proudly stand by our commitment to be as environmentally friendly as possible.

Modern headboard

The smart 'Modern' is our lowest headboard, perfect for positioning under a low window or in attics and eves. The clean, minimalist design adds a contemporary edge to any bedrooom.

Choose from one of our satin wood finishes, which beautifully enhance the natural grain of the wood, or enrich the look of your bedroom décor with our range of water-based paints. And for even more colour and comfort choose from our eye-catching range of Belgian linens, soft jean cottons or luxurious velvets.

These headboards are only avaiable in a fixed straight position. 

Dimensions 

Height: 20 cm (8” )
Width:  2.5 cm (1”) wider than the mattress

This Modern headboard will add approximately 10cm (4") to the total length of your frame.

Please note that our headboards are not stained, painted or upholstered on the back, and neither is the headend as these parts are generally not visible. However, if your arrangement is different and these parts are visible (i.e. your bed will be in the middle of your room) please let us know when purchasing. Fees may apply. Our reason for this: We aim to reduce unnecessary use of any chemicals and proudly stand by our commitment to be as environmentally friendly as possible.

Platform (no headboard)

Our platform bed is simplicity itself! With no headboard you keep the footprint of your bed to a bare minimum.

Please note that our headends are not stained, painted or upholstered as these parts are generally not visible. However, if your arrangement is different and these parts are visible (i.e. your bed will be in the middle of your room) please let us know when purchasing. Fees may apply. Our reason for this: We aim to reduce unnecessary use of any chemicals and proudly stand by our commitment to be as environmentally friendly as possible.

Legs

'Pitched' & 'Flare' legs (underbed storage available) 

  • Clearance: 30cm (12”)
  • Floor to the top of frame (slats): 37cm (14.5”)

'Cylindrical' & 'Geometric Flare' legs (underbed storage available)    

  • Clearance: 22 cm (9”)
  • Floor to the top of frame (slats): 30 cm (12”)

'Block' legs

  • Clearance: 15 cm (6”)
  • Floor to the top of frame (slats): 22 cm (9”)

Special leg lengths

  • We can customise the heights of our legs if required. Please contact our sales team for details.
Finishes & Fabrics

When you customize your bed, you can select from the following:

Stains

We offer many beautiful wood-enhancing stains that are completely water-based and safe for the environment, people and our pets. Our stain finishes include Black, Oak, Medium Oak, Teak, Red Mahogany and English Oak. All of these stains have a two-part high-quality final lacquer finish applied to enhance the grain and longevity of our beds.

Paints

Our premium water-based paint is applied within a controlled environment for lasting quality. The finishes are safe for the environment, people and our pets. 

Fabrics

We hand-upholster our frames and headboards with top-quality 100% Belgian linen, soft jean cotton or easy-clean velvet fabrics fitted by our upholsterers using quality fillers. Available in various eye-catching colours.

Varnish

Select 'varnished' and we will use clear lacquer but no staining, giving a clean, natural protected finish.

Unfinished 

Select 'unfinished' to leave your bed sanded and 'ready to finish' so you can apply your own desired finish.

Underbed Storage

Add our storage boxes for a sleek, tidy bedroom.

All the Minimalist beds apart from the low 'Block' leg version, have the clearance height underneath the frame to accommodate our storage boxes. Designed specifically for our beds, these boxes offer the perfect place to hide away clothes, extra bed linen, shoes, bags and toys. They are available in any of our beautiful wood-enhancing finishes to match your bedframe and are water-based and therefore safe for our environment, children and pets.

The chosen stain will cover the external faces of these sturdy boxes, designed to slide smoothly across a carpeted bedroom floor. For smooth sliding on wooden floors, we simply add a felt strip on the sliders. We assemble the drawers* and apply the felt for free on delivery: you will need to maintain or replace the felt, when required.

The underbed storage boxes are meticulously crafted in our environmentally friendly London workshop using traditional skills and techniques by the expert hands of our carpenters.

Dimensions

¾ length storage boxes:

  • Length: 140cm
  • Height:  26cm with Tall legs or 18cm with Medium legs
  • Depth:  50 cm

Given the dimensions above, this allows for 1 storage box under a single frame and 2 (1 on each side) under a small double bed or larger.

*The drawers are supplied flat-packed with a simple bolt-together design.

What Our Customers Say

Caroline E

Review originally posted on Trustpilot

We got great service at our visit to the show room. Staff were friendly and welcoming (to us and to our small dog!). David gave us a lot of attention even though it was busy and we hadn’t made an appointment. He answered all our questions and it was good to see all the beds in person after I’d researched online. Ordering and paying was super simple and I’m excited about getting my new bed. Our old bed was from Warren Evans (only getting rid of it because we need a bigger one), so I feel confident that the new one will be sturdy and of high quality. Thank you!

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    I was 17 in 1978 when I started hand making beds here in London, building beds that last and using sustainable natural materials has always been my core requirement. We became the first FSC certified timber bed makers in the UK, and in caring for the woods that we use, we influenced the bedding industry to reduce the use of rain-forest and other ancient forest woods!

    Sadly most of the UK's beds and mattresses are really skimpily made of poor quality, unethically sourced materials. I focus on craftsmanship and environmentally sound practices to make beautiful products that last; I like delivering good quality, service and value. 

    Since 1978 I've been handmaking lasting quality beds here in London.

Observer Ethical Awards Presented by Lucy Siegle & Colin Firth

  • Photo of Lucy Siegle, David Attenborough and Colin FirthDavid Attenborough Lifetime achievement award
  • Photo of Lucy Siegle, Warren Evans and Colin FirthWarren Evans Best ethical retailer

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  • "All the staff were most helpful and the quality of the beds is excellent."
  • "Wonderful customer service to help us find the right bed for our mattress."

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