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Iron beds are a sturdy, long-lasting option for a master or guest bedroom if you like a slightly more industrial style. Though their construction is sturdy, they don't lack style, some offering ornate details at the head and footboards. The great thing about beds is that they offer handy storage space beneath to stash away boxes. From contemporary to timeless, we have a superb selection of the best iron beds available.
Zinus Lorelai metal platform bed frame
Metal slats for great support
With neither a headboard nor a footboard, this bed can help even a small bedroom feel spacious.
Pros:
- Under-bed storage space
- Contemporary lines
- Supportive metal slats
Cons:
- Assembly required
- Support bars can bend a little
The Zinus Lorelai metal platform bed frame is our top pick. Its minimalist design has fuss-free lines that are ideal for a modern bedroom. This bed doesn't have a headboard or footboard, so it can work well in loft-style sleeping spaces. It’s compatible with a spring, memory foam, or latex mattress, enabling you to create your preferred set-up. There’s also room underneath for storage boxes to ensure your room stays clutter-free. Several size options are available to fit your space perfectly.
Novogratz Bushwick metal bed
Shapely head and footboard
Choose from several color options with this eye-catching bed.
Pros:
- Multiple colors and sizes available
- Durable and sturdy
- 6 or 11-inch clearance underneath
Cons:
- Needs to be assembled
- Some parts could be of higher quality
The bed has a headboard and footboard that slope away at either side, plus rounded finials on the posts that give it plenty of decorative detail. It has a center rail and legs to provide additional support, plus rails that run the width of the frame to accommodate your mattress choice. You can also choose from a 6 or 11-inch base height so the bed’s comfortable to access. Assembly may reveal the questionable quality of some fixtures, but this bed looks so nice that it's forgiven; you won't be able to see the lesser-quality bits anyway.
DUMEE metal bed frame
Multiple fab finishes available
This bed will provide strong mattress and occupant support and looks really good too.
Pros:
- Multiple finishes available
- Supports 350 to 550 pounds
- Offers space for storage below
Cons:
- Home assembly
- Instruction manual print size is tiny
The DUMEE metal bed frame maximizes the lifespan of your mattress with 11 supportive metal slats. The headboard and footboard feature finials that make this one of our more decorative picks, while the low height of the footboard can help make a compact room feel more open. You'll need to assemble this lovely design, but please note that the instruction manual's small font can be a little annoying, but it's nothing that zooming in with your phone won't fix.
DHP Modern metal canopy platform bed
A starkly simple design
This modern metal bed frame has a simplistic look that can easily be dressed up.
Pros:
- Multiple finishes available
- Can be dressed up
- Underbed storage
Cons:
- Unadorned
This iron bed has a modern design with clean, square lines and a minimalistic headboard for your pillows to rest upon. It is available in multiple sizes and finishes to accent any décor. We're fans of this elegant white version, but you could also opt for a glamorous gold, sophisticated gray, no-nonsense black, or a whimsical pale pink. While this works as a standalone canopy bed, you can adorn it with drapes for a more gentle, romantic look or even twist fairy lights around the frame for some charming illumination.
TUSEER metal bed frame
Generous storage space below
This bed can charm any bedroom space with its lovely scalloped details.
Pros:
- Multiple finishes available, including gray silver
- Generous below-bed storage
- Prevents mattress slide
Cons:
- Assembly is difficult
If you like the style of an iron bed but prefer a light-reflective finish, the TUSEER metal bed frame is a design you’ll appreciate. The gray-silver color will help bounce light around the bedroom to brighten the space. (There are also other finishes available to complement your style.) To tidy spare linens and out-of-season clothes, you can fit decent-sized storage boxes in the 13-inch area underneath the bed. Although you’ll need to assemble this frame—it will take you at least an hour—no extra tools are required.
BOFENG metal bed
Lasting good looks in several finishes
The sturdy, boxy bed is designed to provide good mattress support.
Pros:
- Metal frame, side rails, and legs
- 12-inch clearance below
- Steel slats
Cons:
- Two people required for assembly
Looking for an iron bed with a traditional aesthetic to create an enduring style? The BOFENG metal bed fits the bill. The headboard and footboard have classic credentials. The bed is made with steel slats so your mattress won’t sag, and it shouldn’t squeak either. And there’s room to stash some essentials underneath with a 12-inch clearance. This handsome iron bed frame comes in twin, full, and queen sizes.
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Why you can trust Real Homes
The Zinus Lorelai metal platform bed frame is the best, most practical iron bed you can buy. Ideal for small rooms, its headboard-less design doesn't take up a lot of space. It has handy storage underneath, too.
The Novogratz Bushwick metal bed is a decorative design that makes a great focal point. It has an attractively curved head and footboards to bring some elegance to any sleeping space.
The TUSEER metal bed frame is available in several finishes, but we love the gray-silver color. It is ideal for those who want a practical bed but without a heavy look.
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