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Which Type of Built-in Storage Bed Is Right for My Home?

Find out whether to opt for a bed with simple box storage or a hydraulic cover, with drawers or headboard cabinets

Pooja Khanna Tyagi
Pooja Khanna Tyagi18 January 2021
Houzz India Contributor. An Architect , Interior Designer, Valuer, a Marathon Runner, and love Writing Poetry and Creative Stories on Building Design. Have been practicing since the year 2000 with specialization in the field of Corporate Interiors with projects extensively published in journals of national repute. Recently honoured with the reputed A3 Foundation award for Journalism for the year 2016. Currently practicing and residing in Delhi. Website: www.khannaenterprise.com, Email: poojakhanna224@gmail.com, M:9891993392
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Beds with built-in storage are becoming popular because they are functional, space-saving units that offer extra storage in the bedroom without eating up more space. This guide will tell you about the different types of storage beds that are available in the market and which option is most suitable for your bedroom.
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Storage beds
Storage beds are available in a variety of designs, which can complement diverse types of bedroom size and decor. Here are the different types of beds with built-in storage:
  • Beds with box storage are divided into two compartments so that each section of the bed can be accessed by holding up the cover and mattress of that particular side.
  • Hydraulic beds come with an easier-to-use hydraulic lifting and closing mechanism for the cover, which allows the top of the bed to open completely.
  • Storage beds are also available with drawers in the front or the sides of the bed.
  • Beds with headboard storage have shelves, niches or small cabinets built into the headboard.
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Advantages
  • The main advantage of having a storage bed is that it makes efficient space utilisation of the empty space beneath the bed. This space can be used for storing extra items and seasonal clothing. The headboard storage type makes only a small additional footprint on the floor.
  • Storage beds are a great way to create a clutter-free bedroom because it reduces the quantity of furniture that is required for bedroom storage and the room is easier to clean.
  • A storage bed imparts a clean, neat and well-organised look to the bedroom. Unlike conventional bed frames, the extra items of the home do not get pushed under the bed.
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    Disadvantages
  • The main disadvantage of a hydraulic bed and a box storage bed is that for accessing the storage the mattress will have to be lifted along with the cover. Though the hydraulic lift bed is easier to open compared to a manual-lift box bed, it is still very heavy when the bed mattress is on top of it, so the lid should not be lifted by senior citizens or children as it may cause back strain.
  • Storage beds are bulky and heavy. Therefore, they are difficult to move, even to a different location within the home, especially if full of storage. They may not be a good idea for people who often move house.
  • There is usually a small gap between the floor and the base of the bed, which may collect dirt or liquid spills and is difficult to clean.
  • Storage beds require periodic maintenance, as the knobs, handles and hinges become loose over time. The track rollers of the drawer may get damaged and the drawers may not open or close properly.
  • Storage beds are costly in comparison to conventional bed frames that have no provision for any storage.
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Which type of storage bed offers maximum storage?
  • A hydraulic bed and beds with box storage offer maximum storage because the entire volume beneath the mattress can be filled. Additionally all the storage can be accessed in one go and we can see all the contents of the bed together.
  • Beds with drawers or with a storage headboard offer limited storage.
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In which type of bed is the storage easy to access?
  • A bed with drawers is one of the most practical storage options as the storage can be easily accessed by all age groups. The best part about drawers is that they can be used for keeping regularly used items.
  • Headboard storage functions as a bookcase and it is ideal for storing books, decorative pieces and some frequently-used items so that they are easy to access. This is a great way to keep the side tables free of clutter.
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Which type of storage bed is suitable for a compact bedroom?
  • If the bedroom is compact and there is minimum circulation space around the bed then it is advisable to go for a bed with box storage or a hydraulic bed because the lid of the bed lifts up vertically.
  • Do not go for a bed with drawers as it will be inconvenient to open and there will not be enough space to pull out the drawers horizontally.
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Which type of storage bed imparts a clean and clutter-free look?
  • A hydraulic bed, a bed with box storage and a bed with drawers look neat and give a clutter-free look.
  • Beds with headboard storage should be neatly organised otherwise they will look messy as open shelves are prone to the accumulation of dust and clutter.
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