Platform Storage Beds
With nuclear families becoming more and more common nowadays, the urban crowd has shifted residence from sprawling independent houses to apartments. Thus, finding the middle ground between space utilization and tasteful décor has become a challenge. However, that does not mean that creating extra storage space has to be an expensive affair. For anyone looking for a reasonable yet aesthetic storage solution, platform storage beds offer the perfect solution.
As most people are aware, a regular bed consists of a headboard, a footboard, side rails, a mattress and a box spring. The problem is that a bed of this kind leaves little space underneath it; space which can be well utilized otherwise. Platform storage beds take care of this problem effectively.
The idea of platform storage beds was first used by sailors and astronauts whose needs to conserve space are critical. Ship designers fulfilled this critical need by simply raising the mattress by a few cubic inches and making slight design modifications to the beds.
The design of platform storage beds completely do away with the need for a foundation or box spring creating a space under the bed which can be used as a storage space. The best platform storage beds are constructed of wood and metal, usually without a foot or headboard for a sleek look. Since they do not have a box spring, the bed frame has slats or a solid base to support the mattress. Nowadays leather platform storage beds are also becoming quite popular.
A platform storage bed offers two ways of storing; drawers or lift-tops. A platform storage bed with drawers has built in cabinets with handles that enable them to be pulled out. Lift tops storage beds are like chests with lids which often have hydraulic hinges to make it easier for the lid to be lifted. On raising the lid, an extensive amount of room is revealed under the bed which is ideal for storing seasonal items, extra bedding and pillows.
Platform storage beds are quite easy to maintain. As opposed to a bulky box spring, a storage bed needs only a futon mattress which is enough to make it comfortable for use. This kind of bed has gained a wide popularity among interior decorators as they create an integrated decor in any space and complements all other furniture pieces. As opposed to lofts, they are much easier to access making platform storage beds the ideal option for modern homes.
Platform storage beds are available at most retailers. From traditionalist designs to chic creations, platform storage beds add a dramatic look to your bedroom.