In most cases, buying a bed frame involves buying an entire bed. Some furniture retailers include a bed frame whenever a new bed is purchased. In many cases, buying a new mattress also includes a new bed frame. However, the need to purchase a bed frame alone may also arise. Special and closeout buys on new beds or mattresses generally do not include bed frames. Other situations may warrant buying just a bed frame such as if an existing bed frame should break.

There are a few considerations to keep in mind when buying a bed frame. The two most commonly found types of bed frames are metal and wooden. Either one is suitable, but no matter what construction a bed frame is the primary concern is whether or not your head board, and foot board if applicable, will properly attach to the bed frame. Most headboards can adjust to fit bed frames that vary slightly in height. By measuring ahead of time, you can be confident that your new bed frame and existing headboard will work together.

Another consideration when purchasing a bed frame is the size of the mattress. While obviously you would purchase a bed frame to fit your existing mattress, consider whether you want to plan ahead as well. Some bed frames are adjustable in their width. A twin may adjust to a full and a full may adjust to a queen sized bed frame. Bed frames for children’s beds and guest bedrooms are excellent examples of when the need to change beds may be in the near future. If there is a possibility you will want to use a different sized bed down the road, then consider buying an adjustable bed frame.

In addition to ensuring everything will work together, consider whether or not you want to use the space under the bed for storage. If this is the case, then either buy a bed frame high enough to accommodate storage boxes or consider buying a platform storage bed. Rather than using a traditional bed frame, a storage bed is a box-type bed frame that includes drawers. More often than not, these types of bed frames are sold as a separate piece of bedroom furniture or are included in a bedroom furniture package.

While shopping for a bed frame shouldn’t be a daunting task, be sure to take the time to look for what you want while keeping in mind what you already have. Finding a bed frame to suit your needs and fit your existing pieces should be rather easy. Check local furniture retailers after shopping online to get an idea of various styles and features. In many cases, if they don’t have what you want they may be able to order it.