Platform Beds with Storage Drawers
Many people today are looking for ways to add storage to all areas of their home, including the bedroom. Take advantage of the unused space underneath the bed by adding a platform base that features 4-6 large drawers for storage.
How are the Drawers Built in Platform Beds with Storage?
The drawers of our storage platforms are solid wood, handcrafted using dovetailed drawer box construction. This ensures a long-lasting joint that maintains drawer strength and durability.
Our standard drawer slide is a full extension, side mounted slide. We also offer an anti-slam, soft-closing drawer slide upon request.
Do I Need a Box Spring with a Platform Bed?
Storage drawer units feature a solid platform on top of the drawers. The platform fully supports your mattress. This eliminates the need for a separate box spring.
Start by browsing our extensive gallery and find a headboard style that you like. All styles are available in multiple sizes including Full, Queen, King and California King size. Some styles are available as Twin size beds for kids' rooms as well.
When you find a bed style, consider the platform base options. We offer three different platform storage base layouts. Make it your own! Pair any headboard style with the platform base of your choice.
The first storage base has two drawers built into the siderail on each side of the bed. The drawers are approximately the size of standard dresser drawers. The siderails sit off the floor and the drawers are less conspicuous than other storage base options. This siderail drawer unit attaches to any of our footboards, standard height or low profile.
Next, we offer a siderail storage drawers that are extra deep. These drawers extend all the way to the floor for maximum storage space. Bonus points for eliminating the need to vacuum under bed! This siderail will also attach to any footboard, standard height or low profile.
The last storage platform option is a combination of drawers built into the siderail and the footboard. Two drawers extend from the foot of the bed, with another large drawer built into each side. This unit is available only with a low-profile footboard.
All three of the drawer layout options allow clearance at the head of the bed for nightstands. Drawers will open smoothly without having to move your bedside tables. Custom units are available with an extra drawer instead of the allowed nightstand clearance upon request.
The difference in bed size will affect the size of the drawer space. King beds are 16" wider than queen size, which adds to size of footboard drawers built into the width of the bed.
Versatile Drawer Platform Beds
Storage beds are a wonderful option for children's rooms. The drawers in the base promote independence with clothing storage that small children can access easily. Keep toys organized as well in the spacious drawers.
Another common use for storage beds is in a small guestroom. The drawers can store extra linens, seasonal items, craft supplies and pretty much anything, while keeping the guest room clutter free.
At Dutch Craft Furniture, local Amish craftsmen build each bed using a variety of hardwoods. Wood options include Red or White Oak, Maple, Cherry, Hickory, Elm, Walnut and Reclaimed Wood. Every bed is available in your choice of wood and stain or paint color.
What is the Best Solid Wood for a Platform Bed?
Choosing the best wood for your platform bed is all about personal style preference. Every wood type we offer is a hardwood and will last for many years with proper care and environment.
Maple is a popular wood choice for platform beds. The subtle grain texture and naturally light color tone of the wood stains well, looking beautiful in a wide array of colors. Light gray and tan stain colors blend well with farmhouse style home design.
Are you looking for a white platform bed? Maple is our top wood recommendation for painted platform beds. The subtle grain in the wood results in a smooth painted finish.
Dark stains like Ebony, Gunsmoke, and Dark Knight on Maple wood create a sleek modern feel on a platform bed.
Cherry wood is similar in texture and hardness to Maple wood. The main difference is the undertone of the wood. The natural redness in Cherry wood will add warmth to light stain colors. The rich appearance of Cherry is best highlighted with medium dark stains like Golden Brown, Michael's Cherry or Cocoa Light.
Red and White Oak have a prominent grain texture, especially showcased on light to medium stains. A bedroom with carpeting and no other wood grain will gain richness and warmth by adding an Oak platform bed. The grain is less pronounced with dark stains like Ebony and Brown Velvet.
Hickory wood is the hardest wood option we offer. The Janka scale rates it at a hardness of 1820. Naturally, Hickory has a slight rustic appeal with lots of color variation from light to dark.
For a more rustic look, choose a clear finish or light stain on Hickory wood and ask for boards with knots. We will fill all knotholes before finishing. To minimize the rustic appearance, choose medium stain colors and request select grade Hickory wood.
Elm is the closest thing Ohio forests offer to an exotic looking wood. The feathery grain texture of Elm wood is best showcased in a medium stain color like Michael's Cherry.
Modern platform beds look stunning in Walnut wood. The natural grayish brown color tone of Walnut wood is most often sealed with a natural, clear finish. Light stains like Cocoa Light and Driftbury even out the color variation without taking away from the natural beauty of the wood.
Some platform bed styles are available using Reclaimed Barnwood. Locally sourced reclaimed wood is a mix of Red and White Oak. The texture of Reclaimed wood is something only time can create! Reclaimed wood is available in a variety of stain colors.
The finish used on all wood types is a catalyzed conversion varnish. This finish is heat resistant, waterproof, and UV resistant.
Can I Have My New Platform Bed Delivered?
Delivery is available on our furniture throughout the contiguous United States. Local crafters build these platform beds in four parts. All delivery includes our team bringing the bed into your home and fully assembling it. Delivery time and pricing varies by location.
For more information about our solid wood platform beds, contact a member of our team today. We are happy to answer any questions you may have or to provide a quote for options not shown online. Ask about our options regarding an adjustable bed base to use with the platform drawer units. Refresh your bedroom and eliminate clutter by adding a platform bed with storage today!