| Iron Bed Information, Tips on Selecting an Iron Bed
| Timeless, Elegant, Solid – an Iron Bed is a perfect addition to any bedroom.
Hand forged by iron artisans, to combine sophistication and style, incredibly sturdy and built to last a lifetime, an iron bed will share years of memories with you and your family.
Whether you're looking for a daybed, loft bed, canopy bed, or sleigh bed, we are sure to have an iron bed styled to meet your needs. We even have iron beds for your dog! Why should any cherished member of your family settle for anything less than a strong, quality wrought iron bed.
We know there are many considerations you may have when buying your iron bed "sight unseen". We have tried to address those concerns in this section, but please remember
you can always call us at 866-438-4766 to talk to one of our experts.
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Our beds are available as headboards only, or as complete bed sets; each complete bed includes the headboard, footboard, bed frame, and in some cases a canopy. All Iron Accents beds use standard size mattresses as described below
Frame Dimensions for our Iron Beds:
We represent the finest iron bed manufacturers, like Stone County Ironworks, Village Smith, Fashion Bed Group, Lamani and Southern Splendor. Each of them conforms to the current U.S. standard for the common sizes available. The following chart details those dimensions. Please note that bed height may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Also, there may be some very slight variance in bed frame sizes due to their hand-crafted nature. However, both mattresses and iron bed frames are built to have some degree of flexibility in order to fit together. Here are the current U.S. standards for bed frames:
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 |  | | 3) Twin Beds
(also known as Single)
Twin size beds are most often used in children's rooms and guest bedrooms. It's a narrow bed that's easy to make and can fit almost anywhere.
Overall: 39" wide x 75" long
| | |  | | 4) Full Size Beds
(also known as Double)
are just 15" wider than a Single/Twin bed. This won't leave much elbow room for 2 adults, since each person will have only 27" of width (vs. 39" for one person in a Twin bed). Too, a Double bed is only 75" long which may be too short for some adults.
Overall: 54" wide x 75" long
| | |  | | 5) Queen Beds
are 6" wider and 5" longer than a Double size bed. These added inches can make all the difference in comfort, but each adult still has 9" less than if they slept alone in a standard Twin bed. However, a Queen is a good choice for guest rooms and smaller master bedrooms, and for couples who prefer close quarters.
Overall: 60" wide x 80" long
| | |  | | 6) King Size Beds
Standard King beds are about 18" wider though the same length as a Queen bed. A King bed comes with one mattress and two half-width box springs to be more manageable when moving.
Overall: 76" wide x 80" long
| | |  | | 7) California King Beds
(also known as Western King)
California King size beds are 12" wider than a queen but a few inches longer than a king. This size may be the best choice for taller adults. Bedding may be labeled either "California King" or "Western King". Like the Eastern King, the California King bed set comes with one mattress and two half-width box springs to be more manageable when moving.
Overall: 72" wide x 84" long
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Buying a 'headboard only"
Some of our suppliers, such as Stone County Ironworks, sell their "headboard only" designs with the frame included in the price. Other manufacturers, like Fashion Bed Group do not sell the bed frame with the headboard. Therefore, if you want a frame with your headboard (assuming you do not already have one) you will need to purchase it separately.
Some General Notes on Bed Sizes
All manufacturers create their bed frames a bit longer than the mattress leaving several inches to spare beyond the mattress to allow room for bedding. This design gives extra room for bedding to flow over the ends unencumbered, and is done intentionally as bedding and linens, especially heavier styles with lots of filling, can take up several inches beyond the head and foot of the mattress.
Please also note that some manufacturers, such as the Fashion Bed Group, design their “King” beds using "Universal components”. This means that a “Universal headboard and/or footboard” is used with both Eastern King Frames and California King Frames. This “Universal headboard/footboard” fits the Eastern king frame but when you pair it with the California King frame (which is longer and narrower) it will have an extra two inches of frame on each side of the rail. Most people find that this difference is hardly noticeable, especially when bedding has been added. However, if you think this may bother you, and you are ordering a California King bed, please check with Customer Service to determine whether a Universal King headboard/footboard is used with the bed you are interested in.
DESIGN GUIDELINES
A lower bed makes a room look larger than a higher bed and creates a less formal appearance.
Most beds are designed so that the top of the mattress is 16" to 24" from the floor.
For maximum comfort, the bed should be 6" to 8" longer than the height of the person that will be using it.
Mattress and box spring dimensions often differ from the "standards" so measure them before designing the bed frame.
The top of the headboard should be at least a foot above the top of the mattress. If a footboard is planned, aesthetics are enhanced by making it shorter than the headboard.
Once you find the iron bed you have been looking for be sure to browse the rest of our site for other great bedroom items such as metal wall art, iron chairs and curtain rods. As always, if you have any questions, feel free to contact us directly.
Enhance Your Bedroom with Our Iron Beds
[Posted on April 27]
Perhaps one of the most underrated, yet one of the most important possessions in a person’s lifetime is their bed. Sleep is undoubtedly vital to your overall health and well-being, but it’s also extremely important to feel good while you’re lying in your bed or are in your bedroom. What better way to feel your best whether you have just woken up or are trying to drift off to sleep than in a stylish and timeless iron bed. This is why you can’t go wrong with the many iron beds that we offer here at Iron Accents.
The qualities of an iron bed seem endless. We offer iron beds that are hand-forged by iron artisans, which give the bed a unique personality that no other bed can share. The beds that we offer are not only incredibly beautiful, but they are also extremely strong, and built to last for the many years to come. One of the great reasons to purchase your iron bed at Iron Accents is our selection. We Offer iron beds in styles such as a canopy bed, a day bed, a loft bed, or a sleigh bed and more. It should also be mentioned that these beds can accommodate different sizes, such as twin, double, queen, king, and, if you are looking for maximum space, California king size. No matter what your specific desires are, an iron bed from Iron Accents can be the perfect piece of furniture offering both form and function
At Iron Accents, we are known throughout the industry for offering some of the highest quality wrought iron furniture and accessories. Our iron beds are just one of the products that we offer which have received rave reviews. If you are looking to enhance your bedroom, you can’t go wrong with one of our iron beds. We offer such as large selection of different styles to choose from that finding the right iron bed is easy when it comes to Iron Accents. We invite you to browse our selection of iron beds today, and while at our site, please take some time to view our many other fine pieces of wrought iron furniture and accessories. As always, if you have any questions or comments, feel free to contact us directly.
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