Have Americans gotten over thinking that ‘bigger is better?’ Yes, we still like to put loud speakers in our big trucks from time to time, but we also keep a smart car in the shared garage beneath our townhouse, for days when our ankles just aren’t up for a cycling commute. The correlation between […]
Sleeping Advice for Senior Citizens
Last updated: July 28, 2016 It is common knowledge that sleeping well is very important. In a previous blog post entitled ‘The 12 Benefits of Sleeping Well’ we talked about the general impact it had on people of all ages. In this post we’ll look at sleeping advice for senior citizens and how a few […]
6 Tips to Create a Unified Master Bedroom Design
There are no hard and fast design rules when it comes to colors and textures in master bedrooms and master bathrooms. Some people see the subtle divide between master bedroom and master bathroom as an opportunity to change things up a bit with disparate color schemes and furniture styles. Most, though, prefer the master bedroom […]
How to Babyproof Your Platform Bed
Platform beds are great to look at because of their symmetry, sharp lines, and solid surfaces. This creates a very aesthetically pleasing experience. Unfortunately, these very same qualities can cause concern for parents of babies and small toddlers. Once they get up and start walking around, toddlers seem to bump their heads into everything. This […]
What Is a Bunkie Board?
At Platform Beds Online, we sometimes get questions from customers asking us “What is a bunkie board?” Bunkie Board is not very common, but it IS very useful to platform bed owners. Ever looked at a bed and thought to yourself: “my mattress requires a flat surface with no gaps, but this platform bed has […]
Coolest Dad Builds Floating Star Wars Bed
Elegant. Magical. Futuristic. These are the qualities people associate with the Star Wars films. Reddit user Ghostfaceace was able to incorporate these qualities into his latest DIY project that has gone viral. He paid homage to the films by recreating the classic Landspeeder owned by Luke Skywalker. Floating platform beds are all the rage in […]
Best Floating Platform Beds For Modern Bedrooms
Floating platform beds have a unique look that makes them the centerpiece of any modern bedroom design. Appearing to float in mid air, the mysterious and alluring qualities of these beds are the reason they are so popular. When lit from underneath with LED lighting, they create a futuristic look that goes well with the […]
Affordable Platform Beds: Storage Beds Under $1,000
A storage platform bed combines the benefits of a platform bed with the space-saving benefits of adding an extra closet to your bedroom. These beds offer plenty of organizational space for people who prefer clean and uncluttered interiors. Since items are neatly stored away under the bed, they are kept easily within reach. If you […]
Bedroom Design Tips: Warm or Cool Colors?
The use of color in the bedroom is useful for creating a specific mood and triggering emotions. Much like an artist chooses his or her colors carefully, so too must a homeowner carefully select the right color palette for the bedroom. Decorating with color is an excellent way to flex those creative muscles and make […]
Affordable Modern Furniture: Platform Beds Under $2,000
Shopping for a new home or apartment can be hard on your wallet. The cost of modern bedroom furniture can be very intimidating for first time buyers. For lovers of modern design aesthetics, platform beds are a must have bedroom centerpiece. Lucky for them, we have put together a list of our ten best platform […]