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 a handful of the best king- and queen-sized beds out there in a variety of styles and designs, ranging from simple platforms and tufted headboards, to steel-framed and sturdy all-wood options. Everything costs under $1,000 and starts as low as $153. Whether you?re a midcentury minimalist or a stalwart traditionalist, we?ve got you covered?or, bedded, if you will.
Laurel Foundry Modern Farmhouse Platform Queen Bed

Wayfair | $299.99
This bed is more traditional with its molding and paneled headboard, but its bluish-gray finish adds just the right amount of pep?and prep?to a cozy room.

Sadie Platform Queen Bed

Urban Outfitters | $399
Simple does it with this minimalist platform bed made of tropical mahogany and sengon tekik wood. The frame is chunky but elevated, offering some flexibility for storage underneath if necessary.

Stanley Canopy Queen Bed

Wayfair | $228.99
What?s more extra than a canopy bed" The preferred style of royalty (at leas...