We all love to get a good night's sleep and with the hectic lifestyles we live choosing a bed to suit your home and your budget can seen a little daunting.
As with any type of furniture or furnishings the are some basic principles and logic which need to be considered.
The size of the bed not only has to fit inside the bedroom and still provide sufficient space to walk round, also has to fit the size of the person who will be using it.
Singles: Typically children's styles are designed for one person and are available in two standard sizes, 2ft 6'' and 3ft.
The larger of these two sizes are also the ideal choice of those who prefer twin beds rather than a double size.
Singles are also a preferred choice in many guest rooms as they enable friends to share a room and not a bed! Doubles: Double sizes start at 4ft 6'' and although commonly used in master bedrooms these are now being seen in teenager's rooms as well as single people's room as they provide ample sleeping space for either one or two people.
Queen Size: These styles are slightly larger than a standard double and are a great choice if you need or like a little more space to move around.
They are also perfect for a modern master bedroom which isn't very large.
King size: Not many years ago this was the largest size double bed you could purchase, offering plenty of space for two to sleep comfortably and being ideal for larger bedrooms.
King size beds were viewed by many as the top of the range in style and design, making a real statement in a bedroom.
However, today this size has been superseded by super king size beds, varying in actual width and length size but typically 190 cm (6ft) wide with generous length of 218cm.
All of the sizes, from single to super king size are available in a wide range of styles and designs, from classical wooden to metal beds and even sleigh styles.
The frame choices are also wide and varied, designed to suit different types of interior design styles and budgets.
If you're looking for a practical and robust bed for children metal beds are a great choice, especially the bunk styles or those which have a bed at the top and compartments for computers and games consoles underneath.
Both styles are great space savers in smaller rooms.
The designs and styles for double sizes range from the sleek, clean lines to suit contemporary interiors to those with a Victorian style, completed with brass bed posts, to make a stunning focal point in a bedroom with a Victorian theme.
Which ever size or style you are looking for metal beds are available online at discount prices.
However, don't think that because they're online they are inferior or older designs, far from it! With the continuing increase in the popularity of shopping online manufacturers and retailers are keeping one step of the current and emerging trends within the world of metal beds by offering a variety of metal beds which can be delivered straight to your door.