If you have a bed and you are looking to pick up a Frame for it to help support everything, Ikea may just be the place to go.  Ikea sells all kinds of different bed frames in all sorts of different designs and sizes. Some bed frames are definitely better than others.

In order to help you be able to tell the difference between a quality bed frame and one that is not so good, we have come up with a buyer’s guide as well as a list of our picks for the top Ikea bed frames on the market.

Buyer’s Guide:

How many legs should an Ikea bed frame have?

If you have a warped floor, weigh a fair bit yourself, have a heavy mattress or plan to sleep more than one person on the bed, you may want to consider getting a design that supports the middle of the mattress and that doesn’t just have a four leg design.

Four legs(Ikea well-known Hemnes Bed Frame) are generally the traditional standard for things like tables and you should expect any quality frame to use at least four legs in its design.

It is important to look at where the legs are located in order to make sure that the box spring and mattress are properly supported.

Improperly placed legs, even when there are more of them are not going to be able to hold up very well under a lot of weight. The more legs the better, but always check to make sure they are in a good and stable position on the frame.

What should I look for in terms of slats on an Ikea bed frame?

Slats or bars that go across the length or width of the frame is extremely important in terms of being able to support the mattress.

The more slats and the less space between the slats, the better the frame is going to be, One of the famous frames from Ikea named “Brusali”, which contains more than 25 slats of birch on the bottom.

If there are too large of gaps between the slats, you are going to find that your mattress will sag in those areas over time and the unit will not be as comfortable to use.

The smaller the gaps are, the lower chance of this occurring over time. Sometimes it can take a lot of years especially if a box spring is used on top of the unit, but it is nonetheless important to keep in mind.

How do I know what size of Ikea bed frame I need to purchase?

If you are unsure what size of an Ikea frame you need in order to be able to support the bed that you have purchased, you are going to want to make sure that you measure your bed.

A bed frame is only designed to be able to fit certain sizes and buying the incorrect size can make for a mattress that slides off of the frame, which can cause an injury.

If you don’t want to go through the hassle of measuring your bed, you can also look to see if your mattress has a tag on it or if you kept the original receipt for the mattress, you may also find that the size of the mattress is on there.

Is storage an important aspect for an Ikea bed frame?

Storage is not something that a lot of companies consider when it comes to creating a bed frame. Under a bed isn’t really the ideal place to store your favorite items as it generally gets dusty and dirty over time.

However, if you want to make sure that you have a large amount of storage underneath your bed, you may want to check to see what height the frame sits at to get an idea of what you can store underneath.

Different people have different needs than others and it is entirely reasonable to suit your storage needs if that is something that you deem is important to you.

Just be aware that it is highly unlikely that you are going to find a frame that has drawers and built in storage on the bottom portion of a frame.

It is very likely that you are going to have to find your own storage boxes or means of storage that fits underneath the bed frame.

Are the feet on an Ikea bed frame important?

Yes, the feet are extremely important for an Ikea bed frame. Unless you want your floors all scratched up and damaged, you are going to want to check to see what the feet are like on the bottom of the frame.

You will almost always find that feet on a bed frame are of a rubber coated design, but it is always a good idea to check as you will come across some that are on rollers.

Rollers may work for some people, but you do run the risk of scratching up your floors if you buy one of these units, unless you have carpet down on the floor.

How do I know what Ikea bed frame will look good in my household?

The best thing about bed frames is that once they set up, you hardly even notice that they are there. With that being said, you may want to find a design that hides its corners well and that has legs that are fully underneath the box spring on the unit.

If you do this, you shouldn’t have problems with almost any Ikea bed frame as far as the style of the bed frame goes.

Almost all bed frames come black or in a dull color, which is something that you are going to want to keep in mind when deciding things like the colors of your sheets and pillows.

It is always a good idea to keep the color of the room in mind when you are searching for a new frame in order to see if the colors are something that appeals to your tastes.

Product Reviews:

1.    Ikea Full Bed Frame Solid Wood

If you are looking to get a really cheap bed frame and are interested in getting something that has a natural look to it, you may be interested in what this unit has to offer. This is a very nice Ikea frame that can come with or without assembly. The unit is made out of solid wood and is untreated, which allows you to be able to stain the wood or paint the wood any color that you like.

Pros:

•    The ability to be able to paint the unit any color that you like is ideal for someone who doesn’t know what color they want
•    Setup of this bed is relatively easy, with professional installation available if you need it
•    The unit is made out of solid pine wood, which helps to make the unit more stable and durable
•    The bed frame has a classic look to it, which appeals to a broad audience
•    The frame is designed to be able to fit any full-size bed that is available on the market
•    Slatted bed base is ideal for support even with the low budget price of this frame
•    Since pine is used in the design rather than metal or harder wood, this is a relatively lightweight design

Cons:

•    The unit does not come with a paint or stain on it and you will have to do it on your own
•    Pine is a relatively easy wood to split if you aren’t careful with this frame

As long as you don’t mind painting or staining this unit on your own time, you are going to be pretty happy with what you end up with. The unit has a very low price tag and even with the price of paint or stain, you are still looking at a very low cost bed frame.

If you want to save some money and don’t need a fancy bed frame, you should definitely make sure that you take a careful look at this Ikea bed frame. Just make sure that you buy a full size mattress for the unit as that is the only kind that it is capable of supporting.

2.    Ikea Leirvik Bed Frame

If you want to stay away from wood frames and go with something that has a bit more of a proven long term track record for durability, you should check out this iron bed frame. This is a very high quality unit that will allow you to be able to have a comfortable sleep each and every time. The best thing about this design is that it is painted in a coating, which definitely helps to improve the durability of the unit.

Pros:

•    The bed has a moderate price tag, which does make it affordable for a wider base of people

Cons:

•    Since the unit uses a metal design it definitely is not lightweight and when the unit is together it actually weighs about a 100 lbs, which can be hard to move around
•    Due to the moderate price tag of this product, it may be a tad bit out of reach for some people

As long as you can afford the higher price tag that this product is, you are going to be pretty happy with what you end up with. This is a really nice design and although the unit may be a tad bit on the heavier side of things, it certainly fits well in a lot of different environments.

If you don’t mind spending some extra money on a product in order to pick one that is of a durable metal design, this is most definitely a top quality option and one that you should make sure that you consider.

3.    Ikea Malm Black-brown Full Size Bed

If you have a really high budget and want to get the best of the best as far as bed frames go, you should check out this black-brown bed frame. The unit is made out of a real wood design and actually has height adjustment built into it. This is a classic looking frame that looks good in almost any environment.

Pros:

•    The unit measures up with the length at 78 and ¾ inches, a width of 59 inches a footboard at 15 inches and a headboard that is 39 and 3/8 inches
•    The design uses real wood veneer, which is capable of making this frame last for a very long time
•    The unit has adjustment capabilities on the sides, which will allow you to be able to use beds that are of varying thicknesses
•    The black-brown design doesn’t look out of place regardless of the environment that it is placed in
•    A very sturdy unit that has support throughout the entire duration of the frame

Cons:

•    The higher price tag that this frame has may have this unit out of reach for some people
•    The unit is quite heavy, which does make it rather difficult to move

If you are looking for a frame that is in the high price range and you want to find something that is capable of fitting any mattress that you choose, you may just want to pick out this design.

Thanks to the adjustable side walls on the frame it makes it a whole lot easier to be able to use thicker mattresses or thin mattresses with this design.

The unit may be a high price, but if you want something sturdy that you don’t have to worry about you should consider purchasing this quality frame.

To Conclude:

We hope we have helped to inform you about Ikea bed frames and that you now feel as though you will be able to purchase one. Ikea bed frames are ideal if you want to save money on a frame without sacrificing quality.

There are so many options to choose from and a ton of different style designs. The hardest part of bed frames is making sure you put them together properly, but once you get it all together you should be good to go. Best of luck in your search and hope that you get yourself an awesome bed frame.

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