From all-wood to steel-frame options A well-constructed, aesthetically pleasing bed (don?t forget the mattress!) can elevate not only your sleep but the entire atmosphere of your bedroom, arguably the most sacred of spots in your home.
And because it?s one of the largest pieces of furniture in your entire abode, choosing the right one from the myriad options available on the market can be a daunting?and not to mention, expensive?task.
To help you with your quest, we?ve sleuthed the 10 best king- and queen-sized beds (plus a daybed) from stores like Ikea, Macy?s, and Pottery Barn in a variety of styles and designs, ranging from simple platforms and tufted headboards, to steel-frames and sturdy all-wood options. Everything costs under $1,000 and starts as low as $200. Whether you?re a midcentury minimalist or a stalwart traditionalist, we?ve got you covered?or, bedded, if you will.
Wayfair

Wayfair, Grain Wood Furniture Shaker Platform Queen Bed, originally $399.99, on sale for $335.99
Made of 100% solid pine wood, this sturdy Craftsman-inspired bed from family-run business Grain Wood Furniture in Virginia is rustic in the best way.

Ikea, Gjöra Queen Bed, $349
This birch bed frame combines an unfinished surface with a four-poster style that also calls to mind a canopy bed, but without the height. You can paint, wax, or oil it to customize it just so, and even decide the orientation of the bed. Use the high end to hang a curtain or cl...