8 Different Types of Beds: Finding Your Perfect Match

8 Different Types of Beds: Finding Your Perfect Match

Looking to transform your bedroom but feeling overwhelmed by endless bed options? Whether you're maximising space, creating your dream room, or prioritising comfort, we'll help you discover the perfect bed frame—minus the confusing jargon or complicated choices.

1. Platform beds: Where style meets simplicity

Looking for a sleek design that works in any room? Platform beds offer clean lines and modern appeal without needing a box spring, as the mattress sits directly on a solid or slatted surface. Many platform bed styles include accessible storage space underneath, making them popular bed frames for master bedrooms, kids' rooms and guest rooms.

Comfi's upholstered wood  fabric Bed Base is lightweight but built for durability. With sizes ranging from single to California king, anyone can enjoy top-quality sleep support. These beds are available in three contemporary finishes: Black, Midnight, and Dune. We also offer the Luxe Bed Base, available in a cool Stone tone.

2. Sleigh beds: Classic elegance

The curved headboard and footboard of a sleigh bed bring traditional charm to your bedroom. While classic versions feature upholstered or solid wood designs like mahogany or oak, modern interpretations offer more contemporary profiles such as metal, wicker or rattan.

3. Panel beds: Timeless appeal

With their distinctive headboard and footboard panels, these beds create a strong focal point in any bedroom. A panel bed adds texture and depth to bedroom décor, making it one of the most versatile bed styles.

4. Storage beds: Smart solutions for modern living

Transform your bedroom organisation with a bed that works twice as hard. These bed designs feature convenient drawers or lift-up compartments to store extra blankets, seasonal items, or anything you'd like to keep handy but hidden.

Comfi's Drawer Bed Base and Luxe Drawer Bed Base are perfect for big and small rooms alike. They combine style with practicality, offering generous storage options to maximise space. Choose between left- and right-opening drawers for singles and king singles, or get a foot-end drawer when you buy a queen. Our bigger sizes are split into two bases, making it easy to move your new bed in.

5. Bunk beds: Practical vertical solutions

Perfect for kids' rooms, sleepovers or creating extra guest space, traditional bunk beds maximise floor space by stacking two beds vertically. Today's bunk bed designs often include a built-in desk, trundle, shelves, or improved ladder accessibility for convenience and safety.  

6. Daybeds: Flexible functionality

Daybeds serve dual purposes as a couch and a bed, making them perfect for multi-purpose spaces. Many designs include a trundle underneath for additional sleeping space when accommodating guests.

7. Murphy beds: Space-saving innovation

A Murphy bed, or wall bed, offers the perfect solution for small spaces. These innovative designs fold away when not in use, creating more room for smaller homes.

Comfi's Clever Bed pairs practical innovation with commercial-quality Melteca panels and effortless operation. It's particularly suited to a studio apartment or a guest room. Our double- and queen-size Clever Beds include a mattress, simplifying the purchasing process.

8. Adjustable beds: Customised comfort

These types of beds allow you to adjust the head and foot positions electronically, offering customised comfort for reading, watching TV, sleeping or addressing specific health needs.

Tips for choosing the best bed style for your needs

Before choosing your bed frame, measure your room carefully. Allow at least 75cm around the sides and foot of the bed for easy movement, and don't forget to account for opening drawers and doors. Common bed sizes in New Zealand include:

Ready to shop for your perfect bed?

At Comfi, we believe choosing your perfect bed shouldn't be difficult, so we keep our options simple. Our New Zealand-made beds are available in three styles: the basic Comfi Bed Base, the deluxe Drawer Bed Base, and the foldaway Clever Bed. Each bed comes factory direct, guaranteeing you get the best price without any middlemen.

Interested in trying out our range of beds and mattresses in person? Visit our Sleep Hub in Parnell Road for  30 minutes of stress-free sleep-testing with no one else around. Explore our mattress collection online today.