What Are the Benefits of a Wooden Bed?

Higher Legs and Storage

• Wooden bed frames often have higher legs because the bed does not have to accommodate a box spring. One benefit from this is the additional storage space available underneath the frame itself. Attach wooden drawers to the wood frame using sliding tracks so you can slide out drawers for additional storage. If you don't want the extra storage, cleaning underneath the bed is relatively easy as vacuums and mop heads reach underneath the frame for an optimal clean floor.

Environmental Benefits

• Those who are environmentally friendly and wish to promote a healthier world can feel good about having a wooden bed. The beds are recyclable, meaning a wood frame can be taken apart and used productively again, perhaps as a new bed frame. Unlike metal frames, wooden frames also decay much, faster meaning less energy and effort are required to keep the environment clean.

Weight and Rearrangement

• Some wooden bed frames are lighter than metal or box spring frames, meaning they are easier to move around in case you want to rearrange your bedroom. Heavier wooden frames can be moved but may leave scratches on your hardwood floors or cause the carpet to be wavy. Lighter wooden bed frames can be picked up by a couple of friends or family members and placed in the desired spot.

Paint and Stain

• Another benefit is the ease of altering the color and appearance of wood. Wooden furniture, including bed frames and nightstands, are simple to decorate using your chosen paint color or stain. If you have built the wooden bed out of cheaper wood that has a slightly different color than your existing wooden furniture, simply add a few layers of the appropriate colored stain to create a cohesive look.